If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Fergus Falls, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Fergus Falls MN
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Fergus Falls. Other nearby bases include Fargo (5), Alexandria (2), and Moorhead (2). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 25.6 miles out. 1 of them mentions Samsung in their listing or website. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Fergus Falls is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fergus Falls. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 25.6, 31.0, 38.3 |
First up for Fergus Falls: Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Wahpeton, 4.2 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (53.3 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (44.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.6 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guy FM (50.3 miles away, based in Moorhead, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
Samsung dishwashers use one of three filter setups (a removable fine filter, a twist-lock cylindrical micro filter, or a non-removable filter), and an incorrectly reassembled filter can cause drain or overflow errors. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
A leakage (moisture) sensor under the dishwasher triggers LC or LE codes and keeps the drain pump running until the moisture clears. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is leaking or has a leakage error code
Common Samsung Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not cleaning. Check first for power loss, an error code or blinking lights, then confirm detergent is dispensing and dissolving. Source: Samsung US - Dishwasher cycle ends before dishes are clean
- Dishwasher not drying. Use rinse aid, open the door slightly after the cycle (AutoRelease models do this automatically) and confirm hot water at 120 to 149°F. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 5C / SC / 5E / SE | Drain error: the dishwasher cannot drain; follow the not-draining steps. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| HE | Heater error: interior temperature is not being read correctly. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What Gets Fixed on a Fergus Falls Dishwasher Call
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Clean the filter and drain area whenever debris builds up, and reassemble the filter so it locks in place. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
- Set the water heater so water reaches the dishwasher at 120 to 149°F, and run hot water at the sink to check how fast it heats. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher has an odor
Brand guides: Samsung Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dishwasher Repair
A Samsung dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Fergus Falls, MN
Most dishwasher calls in Fergus Falls come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Fergus Falls
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fergus Falls, MN
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Is this Samsung customer service?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Samsung repair.