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.
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 Pleasant Hill
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pleasant Hill. 1 list an address in Pleasant Hill, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (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. Nearest on the list: Pembroke Appliance Repair Solutions, around 1.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pleasant Hill. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 4.1, 5.0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
First up for Pleasant Hill: Sears Appliance Repair (78.5 miles away, based in Carroll, 4.8 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (16.3 miles away, based in West Des Moines, 4.8 stars from 1,395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dryer
What a Samsung Dryer Technician Deals With
The Bespoke AI Laundry Combo uses a ventless heat pump to dry inside the same drum used for washing, so there is no exhaust duct to service. Source: Samsung Newsroom US - Samsung expands Bespoke AI laundry line
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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
Samsung Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FC / FE | Invalid power frequency detected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| CL | Child Lock is turned on. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| tS / tC / tO / tE | Temperature sensor issue; the first step is cleaning the lint screen and exhaust vent. 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
Signs Your Samsung Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Samsung Recommends for Its 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- 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 Pleasant Hill
Most dryer calls in Pleasant Hill 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
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Pleasant Hill
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Pleasant Hill, IA
Do you work for Samsung?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my Samsung dryer show an error code?
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Samsung Dryer Repair Near Pleasant Hill
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.