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.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung washers and other brands.
Independent Samsung Washer Technicians, Mount Rainier MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mount Rainier. The rest are spread across Washington (25), Hyattsville (3), and Takoma Park (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. No company within 90 miles of Mount Rainier mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Mister Budd Appliance, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mount Rainier. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 2.1, 2.1 |
Closest matches for Mount Rainier: Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); L and Sons Appliance Repairs LLC (3.3 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews); Vision Appliance Repair LLC (5.0 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 626 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Washington, 4.9 stars from 41 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.
Samsung Washer Lines and Features
How Samsung Washers Are Built
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
Common Samsung Washer Problems
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| LE / LC / 1E / 1C | Water level or leak error: moisture where it should not be, or a faulty water level sensor. 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 |
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
Signs Your Samsung Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Gets Fixed on a Mount Rainier Washer Call
Owner Care for Samsung Washers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Local Notes for Mount Rainier
Most washer calls in Mount Rainier 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 Mount Rainier Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Mount Rainier, MD
Do you work for Samsung?
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my Samsung washer show an error code?
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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 Mount Rainier technician bring the right parts.