Samsung owners in Lathrop usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Lathrop, 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 Washer Technicians, Lathrop CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lathrop. 1 of them are based in Lathrop itself, and the rest are spread across Stockton (12), Tracy (11), and Modesto (9). Distances run up to about 21 miles. No company within 90 miles of Lathrop mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Ronnie on the Spot, LLC is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Lathrop. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lathrop. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.9, 4.2 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
First up for Lathrop: Sears Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Tracy, 4.5 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meno's Appliances (19.2 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.9 miles away, based in Stockton, 4.3 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Samsung washer you have before you call. Samsung makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your Samsung Washer
What a Samsung Washer Technician Deals With
Samsung top loaders are leveled by checking that the pulsator sits centered under a shallow fill of water, while front loaders are leveled by rocking the cabinet and adjusting the feet. Source: Samsung US Support - Washer installation and calibration
Samsung Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Off balance, shaking. For UE/Ub unbalance codes, Samsung says to spread the laundry out, close the door and restart, and to follow the won't-spin steps if it keeps happening. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes
- Door won't lock. For door codes, Samsung says to make sure the latch is secure, no laundry is caught and the door is fully closed. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes
What Samsung Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| OE / OC / 0E / 0C | Overflow: too much water in the tub. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| 9C1 / 9C2 | Voltage error; the washer should be on its own circuit with no extension cord. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| UE / Ub | The load is unbalanced; redistribute it and restart. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
Full list: Samsung Washer Error Codes Explained: 4C and More.
Samsung Smart Care has the washer show a diagnostic code that the owner scans with a phone camera or enters in Samsung's app, which explains the code and suggests next steps. Source: Samsung US Support - Use Smart Care on your Samsung washer and dryer
Signs Your Samsung Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Washers
- Use the least HE detergent that gets clothes clean and never fill past the MAX line in the dispenser. Source: Samsung US Support - Detergent usage
- Leave the door (or lid) and the detergent drawer open between uses so the washer can air out and resist mold and mildew. Source: Samsung US Support - How to clean your Samsung washer
Brand guides: Samsung Washer Not Spinning, Draining or Unlocking.
Budgeting for a Samsung Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Lathrop
Most washer calls in Lathrop come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lathrop
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Lathrop, CA
Why is my washer leaking?
Why won't my washer spin?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
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Write down any error code your Samsung washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Lathrop technician bring the right parts.