Most Samsung washer repairs in Auburn involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Auburn list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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.
Samsung Washer Repair Near Auburn
Within 30 miles of Auburn there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Auburn itself, and other nearby bases include Portland (5), Turner (1), and Gray (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Auburn mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The Appliance Guys is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Auburn. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Auburn. 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 | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 1.8, 3.0 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
First up for Auburn: Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guys (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 365 reviews); Brown’s Appliance Service (1.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 62 reviews); Wayne's Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Turner, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Samsung Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Samsung Washer Technician Deals With
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
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
- 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
- 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
What Samsung Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 5C / 5E / nd | The washer is not draining or drains too slowly. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| PE | Clutch position error. 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
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Samsung 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What Auburn Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Auburn 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Auburn Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Auburn, ME
Why is my washer leaking?
Do you work for Samsung?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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 Auburn technician bring the right parts.