If your Samsung washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Ann Arbor, 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.
Independent Samsung Washer Technicians, Ann Arbor MI
Within 30 miles of Ann Arbor there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Ann Arbor, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Romulus (3), and Dearborn Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Anytime Ann Arbor Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Ann Arbor. None of the repair companies near Ann Arbor name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 2.6 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Ann Arbor list: Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (18.2 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.1 miles away, based in Novi, 4.6 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (24.9 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Samsung Washer Repairs Different
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
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 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
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 |
| 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 |
| 3C / 3E | Motor error; on some models 3E instead points to a voltage problem. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
Full list: Samsung Washer Error Codes Explained: 4C and More.
Signs Your Samsung Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Washers
- Run Self Clean or Pure Cycle about once a month, and promptly when the Self Clean reminder lights (after about 20 washes on top loaders, 40 on front loaders). Source: Samsung US Support - How to clean your Samsung washer
- 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
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Local Notes for Ann Arbor
City of Ann Arbor Water Treatment Services, which supplies Ann Arbor, reports hardness of hard; total hardness averaged about 130 mg/L (about 7.6 grains per gallon), ranging roughly 96-170 mg/L, in the city's 2019 water quality report. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: 2019 Water Quality Report - City of Ann Arbor
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Ann Arbor
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Ann Arbor, MI
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Samsung washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.