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 Wenatchee, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dryers and other brands.
Samsung Dryer Repair Near Wenatchee
12 repair companies serve Wenatchee from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Wenatchee, and the rest are spread across Yakima (5), East Wenatchee (2), and Ellensburg (1). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Wenatchee Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Wenatchee. Of those, 1 mentions Samsung by name. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Wenatchee is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wenatchee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 2.4, 3.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
The leading options for Wenatchee are Sears Appliance Repair (53.6 miles away, based in Moses Lake, 3.9 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (76.6 miles away, based in Omak, 4.4 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (73.2 miles away, based in Toppenish, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in East Wenatchee, 4.5 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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
The Bespoke AI Laundry Combo uses a ventless heat pump to dry inside the same drum used for washing, so there is no exhaust duct to service. Source: Samsung Newsroom US - Samsung expands Bespoke AI laundry line
Common Samsung Dryer Problems
- Dryer won't turn on. With the breaker off, inspect the plug, cord and outlet for damage or burn marks, then reset the breaker and call an electrician if it keeps tripping. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dryer loses power or won't turn on
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
| 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
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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
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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Wenatchee
Most dryer calls in Wenatchee 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Wenatchee
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Samsung Dryer Repair FAQs: Wenatchee, WA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is this Samsung customer service?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
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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.