If your Samsung washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Folcroft list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Independent Samsung Washer Technicians, Folcroft PA
Within 30 miles of Folcroft there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Folcroft itself, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (14), Glenolden (3), and Upper Darby Township (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Samsung by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Golden Peak Appliance Repair Systems, around 0.2 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
At the top of the Folcroft list: FINE FIX by JC SERVICE LLC (SAMSUNG APPLIANCES SPECIALIST ) (58.4 miles away, based in Forked River, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nbili Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Chester, 4.4 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dominic's Appliances (5.9 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 1,188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Washer Lines and Features
What Makes Samsung Washer Repairs Different
Samsung top loaders are leveled by checking that the pulsator sits centered under a shallow fill of water, while front loaders are leveled by rocking the cabinet and adjusting the feet. Source: Samsung US Support - Washer installation and calibration
Common Samsung Washer Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a Samsung Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Sud / Sd | Too many suds; the washer pauses to let them settle, and Samsung says this alone does not mean service is needed. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| HC / HE | Heater error. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| 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 |
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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
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
- 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.
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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
Laundry Notes for Folcroft, PA
Most washer calls in Folcroft 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Folcroft
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Folcroft, PA
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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 Folcroft technician bring the right parts.