Samsung owners in Radford usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Radford, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent Samsung Dryer Technicians, Radford VA
Our data shows 33 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Radford. Other nearby bases include Roanoke (9), Princeton (3), and Christiansburg (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 1 lists Samsung specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 8.4 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Radford is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Radford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 33 |
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.4, 8.4, 17.1 |
Closest matches for Radford: Sears Appliance Repair (55.5 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Peerless Appliance Services (37.5 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (36.8 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dryer
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
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
- Dryer not heating. Run Time Dry briefly to confirm there is no heat, then check the 240V outlet or gas supply, cycle the breaker, and run the vent blockage test. Source: Samsung US - Clothes are not dry after using Samsung dryer
Reading a Samsung Dryer Error Code
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Gets Fixed on a Radford Dryer Call
Keeping a Samsung Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
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?
- 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?
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Radford, VA
Most dryer calls in Radford 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 Radford
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Radford, VA
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you work for Samsung?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
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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.