If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The University City list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near University City
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of University City. 1 of them are based in University City itself, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (24), Hazelwood (3), and Florissant (3). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. Nearest on the list: All American Appliance and HVAC Services, around 0.5 miles out. No company within 30 miles of University City names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from University City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.3, 1.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
The leading options for University City are Sears Appliance Repair (69.0 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (73.1 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.3 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (2.9 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (5.2 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.9 stars from 5,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
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 noise. For humming, buzzing or grinding, clean the drain filter and drain pump opening first, since something caught in the pump is the usual cause. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is too noisy
- Dishwasher odor. Clean the interior, including the filter, drain area, nozzles and door seal, then check that hot water reaches the unit. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher has an odor
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 3C | Pump operation error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 1E | On Waterwall models, a clogged filter; on rotary models, the interior is overheating. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 7E | Waterwall reflector cannot move correctly. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in University City
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
- Remove and clean the spray nozzles with a small brush, soaking them in white vinegar if the holes are clogged. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What University City Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in University City 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in University City
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: University City, MO
Which University City technicians work on Samsung?
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
Is my Samsung dishwasher worth repairing?
Other Dishwasher Repair in University City
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near University City
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.