Most LG dishwasher repairs in Smiths Station involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Smiths Station, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on LG Dishwashers Near Smiths Station
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Smiths Station. Other nearby bases include Columbus (11), Phenix City (3), and Opelika (3). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. The closest is Heritage Appliance Repair Experts, about 4.0 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Smiths Station mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Smiths Station. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention LG | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 23 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.0, 4.4, 4.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
Closest matches for Smiths Station: One Choice Appliance Repair LLC (4.4 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.7 stars from 652 reviews); Appliance Care Pros (18.4 miles away, based in Opelika, 4.7 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Auburn Appliance Sales & Service (21.4 miles away, based in Auburn, 5.0 stars from 327 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-co Appliance (10.0 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What Makes LG Dishwasher Repairs Different
Dynamic Heat Dry models have a dedicated heat-dry fan motor and heat-dry temperature sensing, each with its own fault code. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes
LG Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher making noise. LG treats fill whistling and some air-sucking sounds as normal, says rattling usually means loose dishes or an unseated filter, and flags squealing or grinding as a possible pump problem. Source: LG USA Support - LG Dishwasher Noises
- Dishwasher not cleaning. LG points first to scraping large food scraps and loading so dishes don't overlap or block the spray arms, then cleaning the filter and spray arms. Source: LG USA Support - Why Your LG Dishwasher Isn't Cleaning Dishes Well and How to Fix It
What LG Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| F37 | The Auto Open Door feature is not working; check that nothing blocks the door, then get service. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| IE | Not enough water is reaching the tub, often from a closed supply valve, a kinked inlet hose or low water pressure. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| CL | Control lock is on, so the buttons won't respond until the lock is turned off by holding the lock buttons for three seconds. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
Full list: LG Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
Signs Your LG Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Smiths Station Dishwasher Call
Keeping a LG Dishwasher Running
- Clear debris from the sink air gap if one is installed, with the dishwasher off. Source: LG USA Support - How to Fix an LG Dishwasher That Is Not Draining (OE Error)
- Remove and rinse the filter every one to two weeks, waiting about 30 minutes after a cycle so parts have cooled. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes
What LG Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A LG dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Smiths Station
Most dishwasher calls in Smiths Station come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Before You Book in Smiths Station
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- 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?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Smiths Station, AL
What should I do about a LG error code?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my LG dishwasher?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your LG dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Smiths Station technician bring the right parts.