If your Samsung washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Forest Grove 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.
Independent Samsung Washer Technicians, Forest Grove OR
Within 30 miles of Forest Grove there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Beaverton (11), Portland (8), and Hillsboro (6). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. The closest is Cornelius Appliance Repair, about 1.9 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Forest Grove names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Forest Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 5.9, 6.6 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
At the top of the Forest Grove list: Samsung Washer & Dryer Repair Gresham (32.2 miles away, based in Gresham, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (14.9 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hydra Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Portland (18.8 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Samsung Washers Are Built
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
- 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
- Off balance, shaking. For UE/Ub unbalance codes, Samsung says to spread the laundry out, close the door and restart, and to follow the won't-spin steps if it keeps happening. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes
What Samsung Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tE | Temperature sensor error. 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 |
| 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 |
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
Samsung Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Local Notes for Forest Grove
Most washer calls in Forest Grove 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Forest Grove
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Forest Grove, OR
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Samsung Washer Repair Near Forest Grove
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.