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 McMinnville, 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.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near McMinnville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of McMinnville. 2 list an address in McMinnville, and other nearby bases include Salem (7), Beaverton (6), and Tigard (5). Nearest on the list: Les' Appliance Services., around 1.5 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. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from McMinnville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.8, 12.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
Closest matches for McMinnville: Samsung Washer & Dryer Repair Gresham (41.1 miles away, based in Gresham, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (87.6 miles away, based in Hood River, 4.3 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ATS Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Les' Appliance Services. (1.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 54 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
Samsung Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LC / LE | Leakage error: the leak sensor has detected moisture and the unit tries to drain. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| tE | Temperature sensor error. 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
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
Most Samsung dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- 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
Around McMinnville
Most dishwasher calls in McMinnville 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near McMinnville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: McMinnville, OR
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is this Samsung customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dishwasher?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
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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.