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. Below are independent repair companies serving Los Banos, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dryers and other brands.
Independent Samsung Dryer Technicians, Los Banos CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Los Banos. 1 of them are based in Los Banos itself, and the rest are spread across Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Merced (3). Distances run up to about 50 miles. The closest is MUNIZ APPLIANCE SALE & REPAIR, about 0.4 miles away. No company within 60 miles of Los Banos names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Los Banos is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 23.5, 25.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
First up for Los Banos: Sears Appliance Repair (78.2 miles away, based in Lemoore, 4.3 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Appliance Inc (26.2 miles away, based in Merced, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MUNIZ APPLIANCE SALE & REPAIR (0.4 miles away, 4.1 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.5 miles away, based in Merced, 4.2 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
What a Samsung Dryer Technician Deals With
Sensor Dry cycles rely on two curved metal moisture-sensor bars inside the front of the drum near the lint filter housing, and fabric softener sheet residue on them can make cycles end with damp clothes. 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
Reading a Samsung Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CL | Child Lock is turned on. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| C1 / CL1 | Laundry detected in the drum during the vent test. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| dC / dE / dF | Door, latch or door sensor problem. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
Full list: Samsung Dryer Error Codes Explained.
Signs Your Samsung Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Gets Fixed on a Los Banos Dryer Call
Owner Care for Samsung Dryers
- 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
- 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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dryer Call
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Los Banos
Most dryer calls in Los Banos 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 Los Banos Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Samsung dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Los Banos, CA
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung dryers?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dryer?
Do you work for Samsung?
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Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Samsung repair.