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.
Independent Samsung Dryer Technicians, College Park MD
40 repair companies serve College Park from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (10), Washington (10), and Hyattsville (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation, around 2.3 miles out. None of the repair companies near College Park name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from College Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
The leading options for College Park are Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.0 stars from 1,337 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); L and Sons Appliance Repairs LLC (6.8 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews); Miracle Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
How Samsung Dryers Are Built
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
- Noisy dryer. Identify whether the sound is rattling, thumping, squealing or humming, and for rattling start by leveling the feet. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer is too noisy
- 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 |
|---|---|
| CLg / C80 / C90 | Vent blockage detected; clean the lint filter and exhaust vent. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| 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 |
| dC / dE / dF | Door, latch or door sensor problem. 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
When to Call for Samsung Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
Most Samsung dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Around College Park
Most dryer calls in College Park 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in College Park
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: College Park, MD
Do you work for Samsung?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dryer?
Why does my Samsung dryer show an error code?
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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.