If your Samsung washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung washers and other brands.
Who Works on Samsung Washers Near Seattle
40 repair companies serve Seattle from within 30 miles. 33 of them are based in Seattle itself, and the rest are spread across Bellevue (5) and Mercer Island (2). Nearest on the list: Five Star Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Seattle mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Seattle. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 0.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
First up for Seattle: Washer and Dryer Repair Services (4.7 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (3.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro Repairs (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Puget Sound Appliance Tech (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Know Your Samsung Washer
How Samsung Washers Are Built
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
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
Samsung Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 not spinning. Samsung says to clean the pump filter on front loaders, check that the drain hose sits at the right depth and height without kinks, and then run Calibration mode with an empty drum. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washer won't spin
Samsung Washer Error Codes
| 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 |
| 4C / 4E / nF | Water is not filling properly; check hose connections, kinks and that the supply valves are open. 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
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Samsung Washer Running
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Washer Repair
Most Samsung washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around Seattle
Seattle Public Utilities, which supplies Seattle, reports hardness of about 1.5-1.7 grains per gallon (calcium hardness roughly 24-26 mg/L as CaCO3) in Cedar and Tolt supply water (soft). 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: SPU Quarterly Surface Water Analysis (May 2026)
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.
Before You Book in Seattle
- How often do you repair Samsung washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Seattle, WA
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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.