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 Glendale Heights list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Samsung Dryer Repair Near Glendale Heights
Within 30 miles of Glendale Heights there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Glendale Heights itself, and the rest are spread across Carol Stream (5), Wheaton (5), and Addison (4). 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. A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Glendale Heights. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glendale Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.6, 0.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
At the top of the Glendale Heights list: Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (17.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (66.8 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aslan Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Licotech Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Elk Grove Village, 4.9 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
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
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 takes too long to dry. Clean the lint filter, turn off Eco Dry, run the vent blockage test and confirm the vent meets the manual's length and material requirements. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
Samsung Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CL | Child Lock is turned on. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| FC / FE | Invalid power frequency detected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| dn | A firmware download is in progress; do not unplug the dryer. 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Samsung Dryers
- Clean the lint filter before or after every drying cycle. 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.
What Samsung Dryer Repairs Cost
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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dryer Call
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Glendale Heights
Most dryer calls in Glendale Heights 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.
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How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Glendale Heights
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Glendale Heights, IL
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Samsung Dryer Repair Near Glendale Heights
Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Glendale Heights technician bring the right parts.