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 Highland Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Highland Heights. The rest are spread across Cleveland (16), Mentor (3), and Cleveland Heights (2). Distances run up to about 14 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Highland Heights mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Highland Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.1, 2.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
First up for Highland Heights: My Appliance Guy (6.3 miles away, based in Willowick, 4.9 stars from 340 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (13.8 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Richmond Heights, 4.7 stars from 229 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MYRIAD Professional Services (3.9 miles away, based in Euclid, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
What a Samsung Dryer Technician Deals With
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
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| HC / hE | Dryer is overheating or the heater is not getting hot enough. 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
When to Call for Samsung Dryer Repair
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Gets Fixed on a Highland Heights Dryer Call
Keeping a Samsung Dryer Running
- Clean the lint filter before or after every drying cycle. 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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Highland Heights
Most dryer calls in Highland Heights 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
At the state level, the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial plumbing, hydronics and HVAC contractors; for residential work the state board may lack authority, and local building departments handle code compliance and any local contractor licensing. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Highland Heights
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Highland Heights, OH
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dryer?
Why does my Samsung dryer show an error code?
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Samsung Dryer Repair Near Highland Heights
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Samsung dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.