Samsung owners in Kingston usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Kingston, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Samsung directly.
Who Works on Samsung Dryers Near Kingston
31 repair companies serve Kingston from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Kingston, and the rest are spread across Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Wilkes-Barre Township (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. 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. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.8, 1.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
First up for Kingston: Sears Appliance Repair (60.5 miles away, based in Sayre, 4.2 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Wilkes-Barre Township, 4.5 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Moosic, 4.7 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dryer
What a Samsung Dryer Technician Deals With
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
Common Samsung Dryer Problems
- Dryer takes too long to dry. Clean the lint filter, turn off Eco Dry, run the vent blockage test and confirm the vent meets the manual's length and material requirements. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
- 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
Samsung Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| CLg / C80 / C90 | Vent blockage detected; clean the lint filter 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
When to Call for Samsung Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Kingston
Keeping a Samsung Dryer Running
- 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
- 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.
Samsung Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Timer replacement: $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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Around Kingston
Most dryer calls in Kingston 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)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Kingston
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Kingston, PA
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Samsung Dryer Repair Near Kingston
Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Kingston technician bring the right parts.