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 Highland, 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.
Samsung Dryer Repair Near Highland
Our data shows 37 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Highland. 2 list an address in Highland, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (7), Belleville (4), and Alton (4). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Broadway Appliance Sales & Service is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Highland. 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 27 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.4, 14.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
At the top of the Highland list: Sears Appliance Repair (72.1 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (72.9 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.3 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (20.5 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (16.1 miles away, based in Edwardsville, 4.9 stars from 5,567 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes Samsung Dryer Repairs Different
Electric models need a 240V outlet on a circuit with two halves, and one half can trip on its own so the dryer runs but gives no heat. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer loses power or won't turn on
Samsung Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
What Samsung Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| bE / 6E | A control panel button is stuck or reads as constantly pressed. 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Gets Fixed on a Highland Dryer Call
Owner Care for Samsung Dryers
- 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
- 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
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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Highland
Most dryer calls in Highland 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Highland
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Highland, IL
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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.