A Samsung dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Portage, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Portage
Within 60 miles of Portage there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and Duncansville (2). None of the repair companies near Portage name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Schafer's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 7.4 miles from Portage. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 39 businesses. Portage is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.4, 10.4, 13.1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 51 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Portage are Martin Appliance (21.5 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); R & R Appliance Parts and Repair LLC (14.5 miles away, based in Johnstown, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frank Mincin's Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Duncansville, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Johnstown, 4.2 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
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 not draining. Samsung says to first clear the sink drain and garbage disposal (removing the disposal cap on a new disposal), then check the drain hose for kinks, crushing and an air gap or high loop. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is not draining
- 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 3C | Pump operation error. 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 |
| 9E | Low water level: not enough water entered the tub. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What Gets Fixed on a Portage Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
- 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
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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- 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
Dishwasher Notes for Portage, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Portage 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Questions to Ask a Portage 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?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Portage, PA
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Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Portage
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.