If your Samsung dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
Who Works on Samsung Dryers Near South Kensington
Within 30 miles of South Kensington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Bethesda (12), Silver Spring (8), and Rockville (5). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. None of the repair companies near South Kensington name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Appliance Repair Technologies Kensington is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from South Kensington. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Kensington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the South Kensington list: ABV Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (0.7 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dryer
How Samsung Dryers Are Built
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 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
- 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
Reading a Samsung Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| C1 / CL1 | Laundry detected in the drum during the vent test. 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 |
| FC / FE | Invalid power frequency detected. 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
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Samsung 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
- Clean the lint filter before or after every drying cycle. 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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for South Kensington
Most dryer calls in South Kensington 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near South Kensington
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Samsung dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: South Kensington, MD
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung dryers?
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 South Kensington technician bring the right parts.