If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Mechanicsville list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Samsung directly.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Mechanicsville VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mechanicsville. 5 of them are based in Mechanicsville itself, and other nearby bases include Richmond (27), Ashland (3), and Glen Allen (2). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Advantage Appliance Repair Pro is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Mechanicsville. No company within 30 miles of Mechanicsville names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mechanicsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.0, 2.2 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
First up for Mechanicsville: Sears Appliance Repair (69.9 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (15.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (7.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews).
Samsung Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
Samsung dishwashers use one of three filter setups (a removable fine filter, a twist-lock cylindrical micro filter, or a non-removable filter), and an incorrectly reassembled filter can cause drain or overflow errors. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
Samsung Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 4C / 4E | Water supply error: incoming water pressure or temperature is outside requirements. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| bE / 6E | A stuck control panel button was detected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Mechanicsville
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
- 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:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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)
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Mechanicsville, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Mechanicsville 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.
Questions to Ask a Mechanicsville Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Mechanicsville, VA
Why are my dishes still wet?
Which Mechanicsville technicians work on Samsung?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Mechanicsville
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Mechanicsville
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Samsung dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.