Samsung owners in Cave Spring usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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 Cave Spring
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cave Spring. Other nearby bases include Roanoke (9), Christiansburg (2), and Salem (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Cave Spring names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Appliance Medic./, around 1.0 miles out. The 15 rated companies in range average 3.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cave Spring. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 2.3, 2.8 |
At the top of the Cave Spring list: Sears Appliance Repair (39.1 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Peerless Appliance Services (9.2 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (5.7 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.1 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
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 starting. Press the Power button first, then check the circuit breaker and any wall switch that controls the dishwasher. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher will not turn on
- 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 1E | On Waterwall models, a clogged filter; on rotary models, the interior is overheating. 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Samsung Dishwashers
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dishwasher Repair
Most Samsung dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Cave Spring
Most dishwasher calls in Cave Spring 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Cave Spring
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- 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: Cave Spring, VA
Is my Samsung dishwasher worth repairing?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Do you work for Samsung?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Cave Spring technician bring the right parts.