If your Samsung dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Los Alamos, 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.
Independent Samsung Dryer Technicians, Los Alamos NM
Within 60 miles of Los Alamos there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Albuquerque (12), Ranchos De Taos (2), and Bernalillo (1). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Los Alamos mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Al's Appliance Center is the nearest, roughly 41.8 miles from Los Alamos. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Los Alamos is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Los Alamos. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 41.8, 47.5, 49.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
At the top of the Los Alamos list: Mr. Ed's Appliance Repair (51.8 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.8 stars from 136 reviews); Sarah's Appliance Repair LLC (57.2 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.9 stars from 566 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASAP Appliance Repair (54.2 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.9 stars from 657 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.3 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.3 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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
Common Samsung Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| dn | A firmware download is in progress; do not unplug the dryer. 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 |
| 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 |
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
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Los Alamos
Owner Care for Samsung Dryers
- 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
- 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
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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dryer Call
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Los Alamos Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Los Alamos 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.
New Mexico has no appliance-repair-only license; installing, repairing and servicing natural gas piping and listed gas appliances falls under the Construction Industries Division's MM-2 natural gas fitting classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
Natural gas piping and gas appliance work needs a Construction Industries Division MM-2 (natural gas fitting) or MM-98 (mechanical) license, with journeyman gas fitter certification for workers; the plumbing-only MM-1 class excludes gas appliances and gas piping, and LP gas systems fall under a separate LP gas classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Los Alamos
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Los Alamos, NM
Is my Samsung dryer worth repairing?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my Samsung dryer show an error code?
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Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Los Alamos technician bring the right parts.