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

Samsung Dryer Repair – North Canton, OH (DV448AEP/XAA)

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A Samsung dryer at a North Canton home was squeaking from rollers, with the rear roller being the worst offender. Our technician found worn support components that needed replacement to restore quiet operation. The Problem The customer reported squeaking from rollers, with the rear roller producing the worst noise. This type of squeaking typically indicates … Read more

Estate Dryer Repair – Canton, OH (TEDS740PQ0)

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A Canton homeowner called when their Estate dryer wouldn’t turn on at all. No lights, no sounds, completely dead. We found a blown thermal fuse in the exhaust — a common safety failure that cuts all power to protect against overheating. The Problem The customer reported that their dryer won’t turn on. No response when … Read more

Kenmore Dryer Repair – Canton, OH (796.81372210)

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We responded to a dryer repair call on Bur Oak Street NE in Canton, OH. The customer reported that the dryer won’t turn off unless unplugged, with the heat turning off when the cycle is over but keeps tumbling. Our diagnosis revealed a failed control board with a stuck motor relay. The Problem The dryer … Read more

Frigidaire Dishwasher Repair – North Canton, OH (FDPC4221AW0A)

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A Frigidaire dishwasher in North Canton wasn’t latching properly, with the door failing to secure mid-cycle. The customer suspected the latch mechanism was broken, but our diagnosis revealed a different root cause entirely. The Problem The door will not latch. From what I can tell, the latch isn’t just stuck I believe it is broken. … Read more

Whirlpool Washer Repair – Canton, OH (WTW8040DW3)

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A Whirlpool washer on 37th Street Northwest in Canton was throwing an LF error code after just a few minutes of operation. The customer also reported a broken front leg that occurred from the mixing machine. Our diagnosis revealed a failed water valve and damaged leveling foot that needed replacement. The Problem The customer contacted … Read more

Samsung Refrigerator Repair – Louisville, OH

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A Samsung refrigerator on Westmore Street in Louisville was frosting up despite a previous heat probe replacement. Our diagnosis revealed the heat element had failed — it was receiving full voltage but showed no continuity. The Problem The customer called about their Samsung refrigerator frosting up. They had already replaced the heat probe in the … Read more

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