A Samsung washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving San Jose, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Samsung directly.
Samsung Washer Repair Near San Jose
Within 30 miles of San Jose there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 36 list an address in San Jose, and the rest are spread across Campbell (4). The closest is A Go Home Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near San Jose name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Jose. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 1.9 |
Closest matches for San Jose: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.3 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West San Jose and Campbell (5.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Samsung Washer Repairs Different
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- Washer not filling. For the 4C/4E/nF codes, Samsung says to confirm the hot and cold hoses go to the right inlets, are not bent, and that the supply valves are fully open. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes
- Washer won't start. Samsung says to confirm the washer is plugged into a grounded outlet on its own dedicated circuit without a surge protector, check the cord and look for a tripped breaker. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washer power issues
Reading a Samsung Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 5C / 5E / nd | The washer is not draining or drains too slowly. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| 3C / 3E | Motor error; on some models 3E instead points to a voltage problem. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| HC / HE | Heater error. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
Full list: Samsung Washer Error Codes Explained: 4C and More.
Samsung Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Samsung Washers
- Clean the front load pump filter at least monthly or about every 40 washes, whichever comes first. Source: Samsung US Support - How to clean your Samsung washer
- 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
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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around San Jose
San Jose Water (SJW), the main water utility for much of San Jose, which supplies San Jose, reports hardness of varies by source blend: about 119 ppm average for Valley Water treated surface water, about 155 ppm for local mountain surface water, and about 364 ppm average (155-545 ppm) for groundwater. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: San Jose Water 2025 Consumer Confidence Report (CPUC)
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).
Before You Book in San Jose
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Samsung washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: San Jose, CA
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Samsung Washer Repair Near San Jose
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Samsung repair.