Samsung owners in Folcroft usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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 Folcroft
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Folcroft. 1 of them are based in Folcroft itself, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (15), Glenolden (3), and Upper Darby Township (3). No company within 30 miles of Folcroft names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Golden Peak Appliance Repair Systems is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Folcroft. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Folcroft. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Folcroft: FINE FIX by JC SERVICE LLC (SAMSUNG APPLIANCES SPECIALIST ) (58.4 miles away, based in Forked River, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Holmes, 4.5 stars from 314 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nbili Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Chester, 4.4 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dominic's Appliances (5.9 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 1,188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Samsung Dryer Repairs Different
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
The Bespoke AI Laundry Combo uses a ventless heat pump to dry inside the same drum used for washing, so there is no exhaust duct to service. Source: Samsung Newsroom US - Samsung expands Bespoke AI laundry line
Common Samsung Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a Samsung Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FC / FE | Invalid power frequency detected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| Ct | Dryer is colder than freezing or hotter than 104°F; let it sit at room temperature before retrying. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| CL | Child Lock is turned 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
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Folcroft
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dryers
- Level the dryer by adjusting the feet with a carpenter's level to reduce rattling and vibration. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer is too noisy
- 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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Folcroft
Most dryer calls in Folcroft 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
There is no statewide plumbing or trade license in Pennsylvania, so any licensing for gas piping work is set by the municipality where the work happens (Philadelphia, for example, issues its own plumber licenses). Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
Questions to Ask a Folcroft Technician
- How often do you repair Samsung dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Folcroft, PA
Which Folcroft technicians work on Samsung?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dryer?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Folcroft technician bring the right parts.