If your Samsung washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Media list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Samsung Washer Repair Near Media
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Media. 4 list an address in Media, and the rest are spread across Philadelphia (6), Glenolden (3), and Havertown (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. The closest is Same-Day Appliance Fix Media, about 0.2 miles away. 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. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Media. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.3, 1.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
First up for Media: FINE FIX by JC SERVICE LLC (SAMSUNG APPLIANCES SPECIALIST ) (64.5 miles away, based in Forked River, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (7.9 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Brands Appliance Service (6.4 miles away, based in Havertown, 4.7 stars from 34 reviews).
Know Your Samsung Washer
What Makes Samsung Washer Repairs Different
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- Washer not draining. Samsung says to turn the washer off, confirm it is level and the drain hose is installed correctly, then clean the pump filter on front load models. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washer won't drain
- 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
Samsung Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 5C / 5E / nd | The washer is not draining or drains too slowly. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| 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 |
| PE | Clutch position error. 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
When to Call for Samsung Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
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.
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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
What Media Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Media 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.
Questions to Ask a Media Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Media, PA
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.