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.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Samsung directly.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near La Grange
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of La Grange. 1 list an address in La Grange, and the rest are spread across Austin (12), Bastrop (5), and Brenham (3). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from La Grange. 1 of them mentions Samsung in their listing or website. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. La Grange is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from La Grange. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 19.9, 27.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
The leading options for La Grange are Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAC Appliance Repair (36.0 miles away, based in McDade, 4.9 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Brenham and Bryan/College Station, TX (33.6 miles away, based in Brenham, 4.6 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elite appliance repair (19.9 miles away, based in Weimar, 4.4 stars from 32 reviews).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Different
A leakage (moisture) sensor under the dishwasher triggers LC or LE codes and keeps the drain pump running until the moisture clears. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is leaking or has a leakage error code
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
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
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 9E | Low water level: not enough water entered the tub. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| CE | Communication error between the control panel and the rest of the unit. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 5C / SC / 5E / SE | Drain error: the dishwasher cannot drain; follow the not-draining steps. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a La Grange Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- 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.
What Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Samsung dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dishwasher Call
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around La Grange
Most dishwasher calls in La Grange 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a La Grange Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: La Grange, TX
Which La Grange technicians work on Samsung?
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a La Grange technician bring the right parts.