If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Chapel Hill NC
Within 30 miles of Chapel Hill there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Chapel Hill, and other nearby bases include Durham (13), Raleigh (10), and Cary (6). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Chapel Hill names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina, about 3.3 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chapel Hill. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 5.3, 6.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
The leading options for Chapel Hill are Sears Appliance Repair (48.5 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Called To Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Mebane, 4.9 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JNJ Dryer Vent Cleaning (21.4 miles away, based in Holly Springs, 5.0 stars from 3,144 reviews); AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (3.3 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| bE / 6E | A stuck control panel button was detected. 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 |
| 1E | On Waterwall models, a clogged filter; on rotary models, the interior is overheating. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Chapel Hill 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
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 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 repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Chapel Hill
Most dishwasher calls in Chapel Hill 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Chapel Hill Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chapel Hill, NC
Do you work for Samsung?
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How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Chapel Hill
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Samsung dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.