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. Below are independent repair companies serving Bangor, 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 Bangor
We found 10 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Bangor. 2 list an address in Bangor, and the rest are spread across Veazie (1), Holden (1), and Carmel (1). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. None of the repair companies near Bangor 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: Tom's Appliance Service, around 1.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 10 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Bangor is inside its regular service area.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.1, 4.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
First up for Bangor: Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Tom's Appliance Service (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (45.6 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 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.
Know Your Samsung Washer
What Makes Samsung Washer Repairs Different
On front loaders the pump (debris) filter sits near the bottom front behind an access panel, and a clogged filter keeps the washer from draining and therefore from spinning. Source: Samsung US Support - How to clean your Samsung washer
Common Samsung Washer Problems
- Door won't lock. For door codes, Samsung says to make sure the latch is secure, no laundry is caught and the door is fully closed. 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
What Samsung Washer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
Full list: Samsung Washer Error Codes Explained: 4C and More.
Samsung Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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.
What Samsung Washer Repairs Cost
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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- 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)
Laundry Notes for Bangor, ME
Most washer calls in Bangor 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 Bangor Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair Samsung washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Bangor, ME
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Which Bangor technicians work on Samsung?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.