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 Fircrest 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.
Independent Samsung Washer Technicians, Fircrest WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fircrest. Other nearby bases include Tacoma (12), Auburn (7), and Federal Way (6). No company within 90 miles of Fircrest mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is UP Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fircrest. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.1, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Fircrest: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (7.7 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Tacoma (5.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.1 stars from 112 reviews); FIX UFA Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews).
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.
Know Your Samsung Washer
How Samsung Washers Are Built
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
Common Samsung Washer Problems
- 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
- 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
What Samsung Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| HC / HE | Heater error. 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 |
| LE / LC / 1E / 1C | Water level or leak error: moisture where it should not be, or a faulty water level sensor. 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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Gets Fixed on a Fircrest Washer Call
Keeping a Samsung Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
Samsung Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Fircrest
Most washer calls in Fircrest 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Fircrest Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair Samsung washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Fircrest, WA
Is this Samsung customer service?
Is my Samsung washer worth repairing?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.