If your Samsung washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Ukiah list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Who Works on Samsung Washers Near Ukiah
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Ukiah. Other nearby bases include Santa Rosa (7), Fort Bragg (2), and Lakeport (1). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 17.7 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Ukiah mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 12 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Ukiah is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.7, 19.4, 35.1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 13 |
The leading options for Ukiah are Sears Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in Lakeport, 4.6 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.1 miles away, based in Clearlake, 4.3 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.9 miles away, based in Fort Bragg, 4.7 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.7 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 136 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
How Samsung Washers Are Built
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 washers require HE detergent, and the company warns that regular, organic or natural detergents can damage the machine. Source: Samsung US Support - Detergent usage
Common Samsung Washer Problems
- 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
- Washer odor. Samsung says a sewage smell can mean the drain hose is pushed too far into the drain, while a mildew smell calls for an empty spin to clear standing water before cleaning the washer. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine or laundry smells bad
Reading a Samsung Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| HC / HE | Heater error. 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 |
| dC / dE / dS / dL / FL | Door error: the door is not detected as closed and locked (on some models dC can also flag an unbalanced load). 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
When to Call for Samsung Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Ukiah
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
- Run Self Clean or Pure Cycle about once a month, and promptly when the Self Clean reminder lights (after about 20 washes on top loaders, 40 on front loaders). Source: Samsung US Support - How to clean your Samsung washer
Brand guides: Samsung Washer Not Spinning, Draining or Unlocking.
What Samsung Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Ukiah Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Ukiah 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).
Questions to Ask a Ukiah Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Ukiah, CA
Why does my Samsung washer show an error code?
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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.