Most Samsung washer repairs in Chillum involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Chillum, 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.
Who Works on Samsung Washers Near Chillum
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chillum. The rest are spread across Washington (20), Silver Spring (7), and Hyattsville (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. No company within 90 miles of Chillum mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chillum. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.0, 1.1 |
First up for Chillum: Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.0 stars from 1,337 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); L and Sons Appliance Repairs LLC (5.1 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews); Refresh Appliance Services (3.5 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Washer
What Makes Samsung Washer Repairs Different
The washer will not run until the door is detected as closed and locked, and a latch problem or laundry caught in the door triggers the dC/dE/dS/dL/FL door codes. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes
Samsung washers have a Calibration mode that resets weight detection and water-per-cycle settings, recommended after installation or adjustments and as a spin test with an empty drum. Source: Samsung US Support - Washer installation and calibration
Samsung Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Washer not spinning. Samsung says to clean the pump filter on front loaders, check that the drain hose sits at the right depth and height without kinks, and then run Calibration mode with an empty drum. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washer won't spin
- Washer leaking. Samsung says to check the water supply hoses, their connections and o-rings first, then look for hair or debris in the door gasket and make sure the door closes fully. Source: Samsung US Support - Fix a leak in your Samsung washer
What Samsung Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| 4C2 / 4E2 | Hot water is coming in on the cold side, usually because the inlet hoses are swapped. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| bE | Motor speed sensor error (bE2 on some models means a stuck button instead). 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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
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
- 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
Brand guides: Samsung Washer Not Spinning, Draining or Unlocking.
Budgeting for a Samsung Washer Repair
Most Samsung washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Chillum Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Chillum 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Chillum
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Chillum, MD
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Samsung Washer Repair Near Chillum
Write down any error code your Samsung washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Chillum technician bring the right parts.