If your Samsung dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Lake Barcroft list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dryers and other brands.
Independent Samsung Dryer Technicians, Lake Barcroft VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Barcroft. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (14), Falls Church (13), and Arlington (9). Sears Heating and Air Conditioning is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Lake Barcroft. No company within 90 miles of Lake Barcroft mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 17 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
At the top of the Lake Barcroft list: District Appliance Services LLC (3.8 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (2.5 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (3.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Annandale, 4.2 stars from 256 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
How Samsung Dryers Are Built
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
Samsung Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
What Samsung Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CL | Child Lock is turned on. 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 |
| dC / dE / dF | Door, latch or door sensor problem. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
Full list: Samsung Dryer Error Codes Explained.
Signs Your Samsung Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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.
What Samsung Dryer Repairs Cost
A Samsung dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dryer Call
- 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)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Lake Barcroft
Most dryer calls in Lake Barcroft 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
Questions to Ask a Lake Barcroft Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Barcroft, VA
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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.