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

Whirlpool Washer Repair (Model Front load) – East Rochester, OH

April 1, 2026January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

Whirlpool front load washer with newly installed cycle selector knob.

The cycle selector knob broke off, but a new knob was installed, restoring functionality to the washer.

Admiral Refrigerator Repair (Model FFTR1713LQ1) – Beloit, OH

February 9, 2026January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

Admiral FFTR1713LQ1 refrigerator with a defrost timer repair in progress.

The refrigerator was not functioning due to a failed defrost timer. After replacement, it is now operating correctly.

GE Refrigerator Repair (Model GFE28HMHDES) – Salem, OH

February 9, 2026January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

GE French door refrigerator model GFE28HMHDES undergoing a fan replacement.

The refrigerator was freezing the deli drawer and the ice maker stopped working. Replacing the fresh food evaporator fan resolved the issue.

LG Washer Repair (Model WM2455HG) – Salem, OH

February 9, 2026January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

LG WM2455HG washer with a new drain pump installed by Samuel Willhite.

The used washer wouldn’t drain or cycle, but a new drain pump installation fixed the issue.

Maytag Washer Repair (Model MTW5800TW0) – East Rochester, OH

April 1, 2026January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

Maytag washer model MTW5800TW0 undergoing transmission repair in East Rochester, Ohio.

The washer drained but failed to spin. A new transmission was installed to resolve the issue.

GE Dryer Repair (Model GHDN520GD0WS) – Salem, OH

February 9, 2026January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

GE dryer model GHDN520GD0WS with a replaced belt, seal, and bearing kit.

The dryer wouldn’t start, with the ‘sensing’ light remaining lit. Replacing the broken belt resolved the issue.

Whirlpool Dishwasher Repair (Model WDF310PLAT4) – Hanoverton, OH

April 1, 2026January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

Whirlpool dishwasher model WDF310PLAT4 control board repair in Hanoverton, Ohio

The dishwasher control panel lit up, but it wasn’t functioning. Replacing the control board resolved the issue.

Maytag Dryer Repair (Model MDE2600AYW) – Salem, OH

February 9, 2026January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

Maytag Dryer MDE2600AYW with a new belt tensioner installed by technician.

The dryer belt came off due to a broken idler/tensioner pulley. Replacing the pulley fixed the issue.

Kenmore Dishwasher Repair – Minerva, OH (665.14742N512)

January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

A Kenmore dishwasher at a home on Rochester Road in Minerva, OH wasn’t heating water during wash or dry cycles. The control board had stored a heat circuit error code that was causing the heating element to shut down. The Problem The customer reported no heat during wash or dry cycle. Dishes weren’t getting properly … Read more

Maytag Dryer Repair (Model LDG8414AAE) – Leetonia, OH

April 1, 2026January 20, 2026 by Samuel Willhite

Maytag LDG8414AAE dryer repair with new igniter and coil packs by Samuel Willhite in Leetonia, Ohio.

The dryer was running but not heating, taking about 90 minutes to dry a medium load. Replacing the igniter and gas valve coil packs restored proper heat.