Samsung owners in St. Francis usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving St. Francis, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Samsung Dryers Near St. Francis
40 repair companies serve St. Francis from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and Forest Lake (3). Distances run up to about 25 miles. The closest is Home Appliance Service | St Francis, about 1.6 miles away. 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. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 5.9, 8.0 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 57 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
Closest matches for St. Francis: Sears Appliance Repair (82.8 miles away, based in Willmar, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC (18.1 miles away, based in Blaine, 4.8 stars from 1,207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Minnesota Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in North Branch, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
How Samsung Dryers Are Built
Many Samsung dryers have a built-in vent blockage test started from the control panel that reports a clog code (such as CLg or C80) when exhaust airflow is restricted. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
Samsung Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer won't turn on. With the breaker off, inspect the plug, cord and outlet for damage or burn marks, then reset the breaker and call an electrician if it keeps tripping. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer loses power or won't turn on
- 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
What Samsung Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FC / FE | Invalid power frequency detected. 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 |
| tS / tC / tO / tE | Temperature sensor issue; the first step is cleaning the lint screen 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
Signs Your Samsung Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Samsung Dryer Running
- 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.
Samsung Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for St. Francis, MN
Most dryer calls in St. Francis 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in St. Francis
- How often do you repair Samsung dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Francis, MN
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my Samsung dryer show an error code?
Do you work for Samsung?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung dryers?
More Laundry Repair in St. Francis, MN
Samsung Dryer Repair Near St. Francis
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.