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. The Friendly 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.
Independent Samsung Dryer Technicians, Friendly MD
40 repair companies serve Friendly from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Alexandria (18), Arlington (5), and Fort Washington (4). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. None of the repair companies near Friendly name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Bell Appliance Repair - MD, about 0.9 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Friendly. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.1, 2.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Friendly are Appliance Care (6.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (6.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews).
Know Your Samsung Dryer
What a Samsung Dryer Technician Deals With
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
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| dn | A firmware download is in progress; do not unplug the dryer. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| 9C1 / 9E / 2E | Abnormal power supply voltage; make sure the dryer is on its own circuit without an extension cord. 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 |
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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Friendly Dryer Call
Care Samsung Recommends for Its 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.
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Friendly
Most dryer calls in Friendly 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)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
Before You Book in Friendly
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Friendly, MD
Why does my Samsung dryer show an error code?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is this Samsung customer service?
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Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Friendly technician bring the right parts.