If your Samsung dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Hampshire, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Independent Samsung Dryer Technicians, Hampshire IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hampshire. The rest are spread across Elgin (11), Lake in the Hills (6), and St. Charles (4). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Nearest on the list: Reliable Appliance Repair, around 5.9 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 36 rated companies in range average 4.8 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 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.9, 6.2, 7.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
First up for Hampshire: Sears Appliance Repair (61.2 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (41.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SMD Brothers Appliance Repair & Services (11.8 miles away, based in Elgin, 5.0 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Samsung Dryers Are Built
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 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 |
|---|---|
| dC / dE / dF | Door, latch or door sensor problem. 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 |
| FC / FE | Invalid power frequency detected. 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Hampshire
Keeping a Samsung Dryer Running
- 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
- 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.
What Samsung Dryer Repairs Cost
A Samsung dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Hampshire
Most dryer calls in Hampshire 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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Questions to Ask a Hampshire Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Samsung dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Hampshire, IL
Do you work for Samsung?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Hampshire technician bring the right parts.