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 South St. Paul, 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, South St. Paul MN
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of South St. Paul. Other nearby bases include St Paul (8), Minneapolis (5), and Bloomington (4). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. Ollom Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from South St. Paul. No company within 90 miles of South St. Paul mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South St. Paul. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.2, 2.3 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
The leading options for South St. Paul are Super Care Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in West St Paul, 4.9 stars from 1,075 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SERVICE MATTERS Heating & Air & Appliance Repair LLC (12.3 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shortie's Appliances (10.4 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.7 stars from 178 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 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
Common Samsung Washer Problems
- Washer leaking. Samsung says to check the water supply hoses, their connections and o-rings first, then look for hair or debris in the door gasket and make sure the door closes fully. Source: Samsung US Support - Fix a leak in your Samsung washer
- 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
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 |
| PE | Clutch position error. 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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Samsung Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Brand guides: Samsung Washer Not Spinning, Draining or Unlocking.
Budgeting for a Samsung Washer Repair
A Samsung washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Any error code shown on the display
What South St. Paul Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in South St. Paul 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in South St. Paul
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: South St. Paul, MN
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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 South St. Paul technician bring the right parts.