If your Samsung dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Clive list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Samsung Dryers Near Clive
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Clive. 1 list an address in Clive, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 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. The closest is Brookfield Appliance Repair Services, about 1.0 miles away. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clive. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.3, 2.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
The leading options for Clive are Sears Appliance Repair (63.8 miles away, based in Carroll, 4.8 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (3.0 miles away, based in West Des Moines, 4.8 stars from 1,395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westside Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
How Samsung Dryers Are Built
The Eco Dry setting lowers heat to save energy and can switch on automatically for Normal or Time Dry cycles, which lengthens dry times and can be mistaken for a heating fault. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
Common Samsung Dryer Problems
- Cycle ends with clothes still damp. Clean the moisture sensors, pick a higher dry level and make sure the load is at least about four bath towels. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
- Dryer won't start or tumble. Look for an error code or blinking lights first, then make sure Child Lock is off and try a Time Dry test. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer turns on but will not start or spin
Reading a Samsung Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FC / FE | Invalid power frequency detected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| Ct | Dryer is colder than freezing or hotter than 104°F; let it sit at room temperature before retrying. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| 9C1 / 9E / 2E | Abnormal power supply voltage; make sure the dryer is on its own circuit without an extension cord. 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
When to Call for Samsung Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dryers
- Clean the lint filter before or after every drying cycle. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
- Level the dryer by adjusting the feet with a carpenter's level to reduce rattling and vibration. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer is too noisy
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
Most Samsung dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Clive
Most dryer calls in Clive 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
Fuel gas piping falls within Iowa's statutory definition of plumbing, and gas lines tied to HVAC, hydronic and refrigeration systems are covered by those mechanical licenses, all issued by the state Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board; people qualified under liquefied petroleum gas rules may work on propane equipment and its piping. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Clive
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Clive, IA
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
Is this Samsung customer service?
Is my Samsung dryer worth repairing?
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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.