Most Samsung dishwasher repairs in Buckhannon involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Buckhannon, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Buckhannon
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Buckhannon. The rest are spread across Fairmont (3), Bridgeport (2), and Morgantown (2). Nearest on the list: Appliance Tech, around 13.2 miles out. No company within 60 miles of Buckhannon names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Buckhannon is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.2, 19.2, 20.2 |
First up for Buckhannon: Sears Appliance Repair (83.9 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shannons Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Bridgeport, 4.9 stars from 440 reviews); Abe's Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Clarksburg, 5.0 stars from 67 reviews); Speedway Appliance (19.2 miles away, based in Nutter Fort, 4.6 stars from 345 reviews, 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 leaking. Confirm it is a real leak by wiping up and running a new cycle, then turn off power and inspect the water supply hose, drain hose connection and door seal. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is leaking or has a leakage error code
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| LC / LE | Leakage error: the leak sensor has detected moisture and the unit tries to drain. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 1E | On Waterwall models, a clogged filter; on rotary models, the interior is overheating. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What Gets Fixed on a Buckhannon Dishwasher Call
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.
What Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Samsung dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- 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.
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
What Buckhannon Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Buckhannon 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Buckhannon
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Buckhannon, WV
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Buckhannon
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.