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 Sartell, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Sartell
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sartell. Other nearby bases include St Cloud (6), Sauk Rapids (2), and Richmond (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Samsung by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 4.3 miles from Sartell. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.3, 4.4, 4.6 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
The leading options for Sartell are Sears Appliance Repair (53.3 miles away, based in Willmar, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M & H Appliance and Home Furnishings (4.9 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 1,054 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master Trade Services Inc (4.4 miles away, based in Sauk Rapids, 4.4 stars from 16 reviews).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
Samsung requires the drain hose to have an air gap or high loop, and a unit sitting on its own drain hose is the most common cause of drain trouble after installation. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is not draining
On AutoRelease models the door opens automatically in the last 5 to 15 minutes of the cycle, and an unlevel unit or a blocking cabinet can stop it from opening. Source: Samsung US - AutoRelease door does not open automatically
Samsung Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher leaking. Confirm it is a real leak by wiping up and running a new cycle, then turn off power and inspect the water supply hose, drain hose connection and door seal. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is leaking or has a leakage error code
- Dishwasher not starting. Press the Power button first, then check the circuit breaker and any wall switch that controls the dishwasher. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher will not turn on
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CE | Communication error between the control panel and the rest of the unit. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| OC / 0C / oE | Over-level error: more water in the tub than expected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 3E | Incoming water is too hot; the hot supply should not exceed 176°F. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Samsung Dishwashers
- 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
- Run an empty cleaning cycle with a dishwasher cleaner or white vinegar (never mixed with detergent), and avoid bleach in stainless tubs. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher has an odor
Brand guides: Samsung Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Samsung dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Sartell Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Sartell 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.
Questions to Ask a Sartell Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Sartell, MN
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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.