A Samsung dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Washougal list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dishwashers and other brands.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Washougal
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Washougal. 1 of them are based in Washougal itself, and other nearby bases include Vancouver (16), Portland (8), and Gresham (5). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. 1 of them mentions Samsung in their listing or website. NW Appliance Repair in Vancouver is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Washougal. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Washougal. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.4, 3.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
Closest matches for Washougal: Samsung Washer & Dryer Repair Gresham (7.9 miles away, based in Gresham, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.5 miles away, based in Hood River, 4.3 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (81.8 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (88.6 miles away, based in Madras, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
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
Common Samsung Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
Brand guides: Samsung Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
What Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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 Washougal
Most dishwasher calls in Washougal 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Washougal Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Washougal, WA
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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.