A Samsung dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Samsung Dryer Technicians, Anniston AL
Within 30 miles of Anniston there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Anniston itself, and the rest are spread across Gadsden (2), Pell City (2), and Jacksonville (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the repair companies near Anniston name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is BRIAN'S SERVICE CO., about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 13 businesses.
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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.4, 4.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
First up for Anniston: Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Southern Fix Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Rainbow City, 4.9 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coopers Appliance (9.4 miles away, based in Eastaboga, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scott's appliance repair LLC (4.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dryer
How Samsung Dryers Are Built
Many Samsung dryers have a built-in vent blockage test started from the control panel that reports a clog code (such as CLg or C80) when exhaust airflow is restricted. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
Electric models need a 240V outlet on a circuit with two halves, and one half can trip on its own so the dryer runs but gives no heat. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer loses power or won't turn on
Common Samsung Dryer Problems
- Noisy dryer. Identify whether the sound is rattling, thumping, squealing or humming, and for rattling start by leveling the feet. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer is too noisy
- Dryer won't turn on. With the breaker off, inspect the plug, cord and outlet for damage or burn marks, then reset the breaker and call an electrician if it keeps tripping. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer loses power or won't turn on
Reading a Samsung Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| dC / dE / dF | Door, latch or door sensor problem. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| AC / AE / Et | Internal components are not communicating; power the dryer off for about a minute and back on. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| HC / hE | Dryer is overheating or the heater is not getting hot enough. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
Full list: Samsung Dryer Error Codes Explained.
Smart Care lets the owner press a button on the washer or dryer to display a diagnostic code that the Samsung app scans and turns into troubleshooting steps, while Wi-Fi models offer the same check inside the SmartThings app. Source: Samsung US - Use Smart Care on your Samsung washer and dryer
Samsung Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Samsung Dryers
- Wipe the moisture-sensor bars with a soft cloth and a small amount of dish soap to remove dryer-sheet residue. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
- Clean the lint filter before or after every drying cycle. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
Brand guides: Samsung Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes, Samsung Dryer Not Drying: What to Check, Samsung Dryer Error Codes Explained.
Samsung Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Anniston, AL
Most dryer calls in Anniston come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
Gas fitting work in Alabama requires a state gas fitter license from the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, which tests competency before anyone performs, supervises or contracts gas fitting. Source: About the Board - Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Anniston
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Anniston, AL
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Samsung dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.