Samsung owners in Fairfax Station 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.
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Fairfax Station
Within 30 miles of Fairfax Station there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Fairfax Station, and other nearby bases include Fairfax (15), Centreville (6), and Burke (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. The closest is Queens Appliances Repair, about 0.7 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Fairfax Station mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.7, 2.0 |
At the top of the Fairfax Station list: Nova Fix Appliance (3.6 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Vacuums (4.0 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 996 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S&E Appliance Repair LLC (5.3 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.7 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
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
Common Samsung Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a Samsung Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 3E | Incoming water is too hot; the hot supply should not exceed 176°F. 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 |
| HE | Heater error: interior temperature is not being read correctly. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Fairfax Station
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Fairfax Station
Most dishwasher calls in Fairfax Station 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Fairfax Station
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fairfax Station, VA
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dishwasher?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Fairfax Station
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Fairfax Station
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.