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. Below are independent repair companies serving Princeton, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Samsung directly.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Princeton
19 repair companies serve Princeton from within 60 miles. 3 list an address in Princeton, and other nearby bases include Christiansburg (2), Oak Hill (2), and Peterstown (1). The closest is Stutler Appliance & Refrigeration./, about 0.4 miles away. None of the companies within 60 miles mention Samsung by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Princeton 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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 3.7, 4.5 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
First up for Princeton: Sears Appliance Repair (66.9 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Modern Appliance Repair Services LLC (4.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews); Tri-County Appliances (19.6 miles away, based in Peterstown, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews); Stutler Appliance & Refrigeration./ (0.4 miles away, 3.8 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
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 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
- Dishwasher noise. For humming, buzzing or grinding, clean the drain filter and drain pump opening first, since something caught in the pump is the usual cause. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is too noisy
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 9E | Low water level: not enough water entered the tub. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 3C | Pump operation error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 7E | Waterwall reflector cannot move correctly. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
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:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
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
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Princeton
Most dishwasher calls in Princeton 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.
Questions to Ask a Princeton Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Princeton, WV
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Princeton technician bring the right parts.