A Samsung dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. The Lake Monticello list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Samsung Dryers Near Lake Monticello
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Lake Monticello. The rest are spread across Richmond (8), Charlottesville (4), and Fishersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 50 miles out. The closest is Tech-24 (Charlottesville Virginia), about 10.7 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Lake Monticello mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Lake Monticello is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Monticello. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.7, 10.7, 11.1 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
At the top of the Lake Monticello list: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (43.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (49.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (46.9 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 1,135 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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
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 |
|---|---|
| FC / FE | Invalid power frequency detected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| bE / 6E | A control panel button is stuck or reads as constantly pressed. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| C1 / CL1 | Laundry detected in the drum during the vent test. 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
Signs Your Samsung Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Lake Monticello Dryer Call
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
- 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
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:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
Around Lake Monticello
Most dryer calls in Lake Monticello 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
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Lake Monticello
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Samsung dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Monticello, VA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Which Lake Monticello technicians work on Samsung?
Other Dryer Repair in Lake Monticello
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Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Monticello technician bring the right parts.