If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Staunton, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Staunton VA
Our data shows 30 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Staunton. 3 of them are based in Staunton itself, and the rest are spread across Charlottesville (4), Lynchburg (4), and Fishersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. Nearest on the list: Roberts' Appliance Service, around 2.0 miles out. 1 of them mentions Samsung in their listing or website. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Staunton is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.1, 2.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 30 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
At the top of the Staunton list: Sears Appliance Repair (57.0 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (5.9 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews); HomePro Elite Services (16.9 miles away, based in Bridgewater, 5.0 stars from 30 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
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 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 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
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CE | Communication error between the control panel and the rest of the unit. 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 |
| 3E | Incoming water is too hot; the hot supply should not exceed 176°F. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Staunton
Owner Care for Samsung Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Staunton
Most dishwasher calls in Staunton 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 Staunton
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Staunton, VA
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Do you work for Samsung?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Staunton
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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.