If your Samsung washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Samsung Washer Technicians, Kemp Mill MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kemp Mill. The rest are spread across Silver Spring (13), Bethesda (5), and Kensington (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the repair companies near Kemp Mill name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Five Star Silver Spring Appliance Repair, around 1.5 miles out. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kemp Mill. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.6, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
Closest matches for Kemp Mill: InterTech Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (2.8 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (2.8 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.0 stars from 1,337 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 Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Off balance, shaking. For UE/Ub unbalance codes, Samsung says to spread the laundry out, close the door and restart, and to follow the won't-spin steps if it keeps happening. 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
Samsung Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| UE / Ub | The load is unbalanced; redistribute it and restart. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| 4C / 4E / nF | Water is not filling properly; check hose connections, kinks and that the supply valves are open. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| tE | Temperature sensor 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 left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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.
Samsung Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Samsung washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
What Kemp Mill Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Kemp Mill 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.
Questions to Ask a Kemp Mill Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Kemp Mill, MD
Why won't my washer spin?
Is my Samsung washer worth repairing?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Samsung Washer Repair Near Kemp Mill
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.