Samsung owners in Calistoga usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Calistoga, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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, Calistoga CA
Within 30 miles of Calistoga there are 19 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Santa Rosa (7), Rohnert Park (3), and Napa (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. None of the repair companies near Calistoga name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: St. Helena Appliance, around 8.9 miles out. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.9, 10.9, 11.2 |
The leading options for Calistoga are Kelly's Appliance Center (18.0 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (12.4 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Clearlake, 4.3 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
What a Samsung Dryer Technician Deals With
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
Samsung Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
Samsung Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| C1 / CL1 | Laundry detected in the drum during the vent test. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| CL | Child Lock is turned on. 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 |
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
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Care Samsung Recommends for Its 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
- Keep the exhaust vent sealed, unkinked and made of proper material rather than plastic or foil, and within the maximum length in the manual, remembering that each 90-degree turn cuts the allowed length by 6 feet. 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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
Around Calistoga
Most dryer calls in Calistoga 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Calistoga Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair Samsung dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Calistoga, CA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung dryers?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
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Samsung Dryer Repair Near Calistoga
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.