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 Lake Geneva list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung washers and other brands.
Samsung Washer Repair Near Lake Geneva
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Geneva. 1 of them are based in Lake Geneva itself, and the rest are spread across Lake in the Hills (6), McHenry (3), and Crystal Lake (3). 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. Best Refrigeration is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Lake Geneva. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Geneva. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 6.9, 9.6 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
At the top of the Lake Geneva list: Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (56.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Petersen's Reconditioned Washers & Dryers, Inc. (6.9 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (25.7 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 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.
Samsung Washer Lines and Features
What a Samsung Washer Technician Deals With
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 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
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
| 5C / 5E / nd | The washer is not draining or drains too slowly. Source: Samsung US Support - Samsung washing machine information and error codes |
Full list: Samsung Washer Error Codes Explained: 4C and More.
When to Call for Samsung Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
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
- 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
Brand guides: Samsung Washer Not Spinning, Draining or Unlocking.
Budgeting for a Samsung Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- Any error code shown on the display
What Lake Geneva Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lake Geneva 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lake Geneva
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Washer Repair FAQs: Lake Geneva, WI
Do you work for Samsung?
Why does my Samsung washer show an error code?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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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 Lake Geneva technician bring the right parts.