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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
Who Works on Samsung Washers Near Waimanalo
Our data shows 38 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Waimanalo. The rest are spread across Honolulu (19), Kaneohe (3), and Aiea (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Waimanalo mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Square Repair is the nearest, roughly 4.4 miles from Waimanalo. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waimanalo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 4.6, 6.1 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 38 |
The leading options for Waimanalo are Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Kaneohe, 4.8 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Hawai'i (18.0 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.4 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.6 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Samsung Washers Are Built
On front loaders the pump (debris) filter sits near the bottom front behind an access panel, and a clogged filter keeps the washer from draining and therefore from spinning. Source: Samsung US Support - How to clean your Samsung washer
Samsung Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 |
|---|---|
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| 5C / 5E / nd | The washer is not draining or drains too slowly. 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 |
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
Samsung Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Waimanalo
Keeping a Samsung Washer Running
- 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.
Samsung Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Samsung washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for Waimanalo, HI
Most washer calls in Waimanalo 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Waimanalo
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Waimanalo, HI
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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 Waimanalo technician bring the right parts.