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. The Grayslake list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung washers and other brands.
Who Works on Samsung Washers Near Grayslake
40 repair companies serve Grayslake from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Waukegan (6), Vernon Hills (4), and Buffalo Grove (4). Nearest on the list: A Absolute Appliance Repair, around 3.9 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Grayslake names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grayslake. 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 | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.9, 4.0, 4.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
The leading options for Grayslake are Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (31.1 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Washer
What a Samsung Washer Technician Deals With
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Samsung Washer Error Codes
| 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 |
| HC / HE | Heater error. 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 |
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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Grayslake
Owner Care for Samsung Washers
- 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
- 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.
What Samsung Washer Repairs Cost
A Samsung washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
What Grayslake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Grayslake 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Grayslake
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Samsung washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Grayslake, IL
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Why does my Samsung washer show an error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
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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.