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. The Providence 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.
Samsung Washer Repair Near Providence
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Providence. 12 of them are based in Providence itself, and other nearby bases include Pawtucket (9), Cranston (5), and Warwick (5). Distances run up to about 8 miles. No company within 90 miles of Providence mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Providence Appliance Repair Tech, about 0.2 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 0.5 |
First up for Providence: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (4.4 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (4.1 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.5 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Warwick, 4.5 stars from 177 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 and Features
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
Common Samsung Washer Problems
- 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
- Washer odor. Samsung says a sewage smell can mean the drain hose is pushed too far into the drain, while a mildew smell calls for an empty spin to clear standing water before cleaning the washer. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine or laundry smells bad
Samsung Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 3C / 3E | Motor error; on some models 3E instead points to a voltage problem. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
| 5C / 5E / nd | The washer is not draining or drains too slowly. 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 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
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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.
Samsung Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
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
- How old the washer is
- 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 Providence Owners Should Know
Providence Water, which supplies Providence, reports hardness of soft (the utility describes its water as soft; no numeric value published on its FAQ). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Water Quality FAQ - Providence Water
Rhode Island does not issue a license named for appliance repair, but its Department of Labor and Training licenses pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, including a limited natural gas service license that covers servicing gas-fueled appliances. Source: Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians, Sprinklerfitters, Sheet Metal Workers and Oil Heat Contractors (260-RICR-30-15-2)
In Rhode Island, you can check a license with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board: Search a Registrant/Licensee or report a problem to the Rhode Island Attorney General, Consumer Protection Unit.
Before You Book in Providence
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Samsung washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Providence, RI
Do you work for Samsung?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung washers?
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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.