Most Samsung dryer repairs in Friendship Heights Village involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. 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 Friendship Heights Village
Within 30 miles of Friendship Heights Village there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Washington (14), Bethesda (10), and Silver Spring (4). Nearest on the list: Rapid Chevy Chase Appliance Repair, around 0.1 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Friendship Heights Village mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.3, 0.4 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
At the top of the Friendship Heights Village list: ABV Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (4.5 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); Refresh Appliance Services (4.1 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dryer
How Samsung Dryers Are Built
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
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 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
Reading a Samsung Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| HC / hE | Dryer is overheating or the heater is not getting hot enough. 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.
Samsung Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Friendship Heights Village
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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dryer Repair
Most Samsung dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Friendship Heights Village
Most dryer calls in Friendship Heights Village 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Friendship Heights Village
- How often do you repair Samsung dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Friendship Heights Village, MD
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dryer?
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Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Friendship Heights Village technician bring the right parts.