Samuel Willhite

Hi, I’m Sam — owner and lead technician at Louisville Appliance Repair. I provide in-home appliance repair throughout Louisville, Canton, Alliance, and surrounding Stark County communities. Every article on this page is based on a real service call I’ve completed locally. I specialize in washers, dryers, refrigerators, dishwashers, and ovens, with a focus on honest diagnostics and repairs that make financial sense. Louisville Appliance Repair · Schedule Service · Louisville Service Area · Canton Appliance Repair · Alliance Appliance Repair Need appliance repair? Fast, in-home service in Louisville, Canton, Alliance, and nearby Stark County communities. If you’re ready: Schedule Service View Service Area

Kenmore Oven/stove Repair – Minerva, OH (790.73433312)

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We responded to a service call in Minerva, OH for a Kenmore oven that wouldn’t light. After diagnosing the issue, we found the bake igniter had failed and needed replacement. The Problem The customer reported their oven won’t light. This is a common symptom when the ignition system fails to generate enough heat to open … Read more

LG Washer Repair – Magnolia, OH (WT4801CW)

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A customer in Magnolia, OH called about their LG washer making a lot of noise and clunking when shifting cycles. After inspection, we found the unit was mechanically sound but showing early signs of bearing wear that will eventually require replacement. The Problem When it is running it is making ALOT of noise. When it … Read more

GE Washer Repair – Hiram, OH (GFW655SSV0WW)

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A customer in Hiram contacted us about their brand new GE washer experiencing strange issues like running without lights on and a full tank light being on. Our diagnosis revealed software-related faults and an empty detergent tank causing the indicators. The Problem The washing machine is brand new but experiencing strange issues like running without … Read more

GE Washer Repair – Akron, OH (GFW850SPN5RS)

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A GE washer on Lakeside Dr in Akron, OH was experiencing leak/squeal and now not starting. Our diagnostic revealed multiple system failures on this less-than-two-year-old appliance requiring extensive repairs. The Problem The customer reported their GE washer had developed a leak/squeal and now not starting. This combination of symptoms typically indicates multiple component failures affecting … Read more

Maytag Dryer Repair – Canton, OH (MDG9606AWW)

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We responded to a service call on Vernon Ave NW in Canton, OH for a Maytag dryer that gets hot and sounds like belt loose. Our diagnosis revealed failed coil packs and a damaged blower wheel causing the overheating and unusual noise. The Problem The customer reported their dryer gets hot and sounds like belt … Read more

AGA Oven Repair – Minerva, OH (VC4GD-11D150K)

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Louisville Appliance Repair responded to a service call in Minerva, OH for an AGA oven that was not heating. Our technician Samuel Willhite found the unit in ignition lockout and diagnosed a flame sensor positioning issue that was preventing normal operation. The Problem The customer reported their AGA oven was not heating. The unit would … Read more

Roper Washer Repair – Canton, OH (RTW4516FW2)

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A Canton homeowner called about their Roper washer that won’t cycle. Our diagnosis revealed multiple failures that made repair uneconomical for this older unit. The Problem The customer reported their washer won’t cycle through its wash programs. Diagnosis Testing revealed an F9E1 error code indicating the cold water valve had failed. Further inspection showed the … Read more

LG Refrigerator Repair – Canton, OH (LFX25960ST)

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We responded to a service call on Market Ave N in Canton, OH for an LG refrigerator with intermittent power issues. The customer reported that the refrigerator/freezer intermittently turns off, the front control panel goes out and shows ER, and the interior light has not worked for a while. The Problem The LG LFX25960ST refrigerator … Read more

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