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 Petersburg list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 Petersburg
40 repair companies serve Petersburg from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Petersburg itself, and other nearby bases include Richmond (24), Colonial Heights (3), and Midlothian (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 30 miles of Petersburg names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Petersburg Appliance Repair & Tide Care, around 0.5 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 2.1, 3.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 41 |
The leading options for Petersburg are Sears Appliance Repair (44.4 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (23.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Colonial Heights, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (25.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Lines and Features
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
Many Samsung dryers have a built-in vent blockage test started from the control panel that reports a clog code (such as CLg or C80) when exhaust airflow is restricted. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
What Samsung Says to Check First
- Dryer won't start or tumble. Look for an error code or blinking lights first, then make sure Child Lock is off and try a Time Dry test. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer turns on but will not start or spin
- 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
What Samsung Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CLg / C80 / C90 | Vent blockage detected; clean the lint filter and exhaust vent. 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 |
| HC / hE | Dryer is overheating or the heater is not getting hot enough. 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
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What Gets Fixed on a Petersburg Dryer Call
Owner Care for Samsung Dryers
- 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.
Samsung Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Samsung dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dryer Call
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Petersburg
Most dryer calls in Petersburg 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Petersburg
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Petersburg, VA
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Write down any error code your Samsung dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Petersburg technician bring the right parts.