If your Samsung dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Finley, 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 Finley
Our data shows 15 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Finley. Other nearby bases include Pasco (4), Kennewick (3), and Walla Walla (3). Nearest on the list: All City Appliance, around 4.5 miles out. No company within 60 miles of Finley names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Finley is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Finley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.5, 4.6, 4.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 15 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
The leading options for Finley are Sears Appliance Repair (67.3 miles away, based in Moses Lake, 3.9 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (62.1 miles away, based in Toppenish, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fred's Appliance (8.9 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (4.8 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews).
Know Your Samsung Dryer
How Samsung Dryers Are Built
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
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
Common Samsung Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 9C1 / 9E / 2E | Abnormal power supply voltage; make sure the dryer is on its own circuit without an extension cord. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer displays an error code |
| dn | A firmware download is in progress; do not unplug the dryer. 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
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
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.
Samsung Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Samsung dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- 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 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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Finley, WA
Most dryer calls in Finley 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
Washington's state plumber certification law defines plumbing as potable water, waste, medical gas and similar systems and does not list fuel gas piping, so gas line work is not part of the state plumber certificate. Source: Chapter 18.106 RCW, Plumbers
Questions to Ask a Finley Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Finley, WA
Do you work for Samsung?
Why does my Samsung dryer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dryer?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Samsung dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.