Samsung owners in Lorain usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Lorain, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Samsung Washer Technicians, Lorain OH
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lorain. 1 list an address in Lorain, and the rest are spread across Cleveland (11), Amherst (3), and Elyria (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. CLE Restaurant Service is the nearest, roughly 2.7 miles from Lorain. No company within 90 miles of Lorain mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 37 businesses.
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| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 3.0, 3.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 54 |
Closest matches for Lorain: Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Elyria, 4.8 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HADI Appliances (17.5 miles away, based in Rocky River, 5.0 stars from 300 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lorain County (4.9 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.7 stars from 622 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Samsung Washers Are Built
Samsung washers require HE detergent, and the company warns that regular, organic or natural detergents can damage the machine. Source: Samsung US Support - Detergent usage
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 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 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
Reading a Samsung Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| HC / HE | Heater error. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| dC / dE / dS / dL / FL | Door error: the door is not detected as closed and locked (on some models dC can also flag an unbalanced load). Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| UE / Ub | The load is unbalanced; redistribute it and restart. 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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Samsung 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.
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Local Notes for Lorain
Most washer calls in Lorain 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Lorain
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Lorain, OH
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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 Lorain technician bring the right parts.