Samsung owners in Poplar Grove usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on Samsung Dryers Near Poplar Grove
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Poplar Grove. 1 list an address in Poplar Grove, and the rest are spread across Rockford (9), Janesville (4), and Belvidere (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. 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. Expert Poplar Grove Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Poplar Grove. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 52 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 5.7, 6.1 |
Closest matches for Poplar Grove: Sears Appliance Repair (77.6 miles away, based in Beaver Dam, 4.5 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (70.5 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (62.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Samsung Dryer Technician Deals With
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
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- Dryer not heating. Run Time Dry briefly to confirm there is no heat, then check the 240V outlet or gas supply, cycle the breaker, and run the vent blockage test. 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
What Samsung Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| AC / AE / Et | Internal components are not communicating; power the dryer off for about a minute and back on. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| CLg / C80 / C90 | Vent blockage detected; clean the lint filter and exhaust vent. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| C1 / CL1 | Laundry detected in the drum during the vent test. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
Full list: Samsung Dryer Error Codes Explained.
Signs Your Samsung Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Poplar Grove
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
- 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.
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Poplar Grove, IL
Most dryer calls in Poplar Grove 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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Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Poplar Grove
- 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?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Poplar Grove, IL
Why do my clothes come out damp?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung dryers?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is this Samsung customer service?
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Samsung Dryer Repair Near Poplar Grove
Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Poplar Grove technician bring the right parts.