If your LG dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The San Anselmo list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with LG, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on LG Dishwashers Near San Anselmo
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Anselmo. 1 of them are based in San Anselmo itself, and other nearby bases include San Rafael (10), Richmond (7), and Mill Valley (5). Distances run up to about 15 miles. None of the repair companies near San Anselmo name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Jim's Repair Service, around 0.7 miles out. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Anselmo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.5, 2.2 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
At the top of the San Anselmo list: FixWell Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 100 reviews); UniFix Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance King (2.6 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews).
LG Dishwasher Lines and Features
How LG Dishwashers Are Built
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
Reading a LG Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| OE | The tub is not draining fully, often from a clogged filter or a pinched drain hose. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| F31 | The heat-dry fan motor is not running, on models with Dynamic Heat Dry. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| 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 |
Full list: LG Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
On Wi-Fi models, LG's ThinQ Care sends usage, maintenance and diagnostic alerts to the owner's smartphone. Source: LG USA - 24 Inch Smart Dishwasher with QuadWash and Adjustable 3rd Rack, 44dB
LG Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in San Anselmo
Keeping a LG Dishwasher Running
- 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
- Use only automatic dishwasher detergent, filled no higher than the marked lines, and never hand dishwashing liquid. Source: LG USA Support - LG Dishwasher: How to Fix Common Leaking Issues
Budgeting for a LG Dishwasher Repair
A LG dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for San Anselmo
Most dishwasher calls in San Anselmo 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in San Anselmo
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair LG dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: San Anselmo, CA
Is my LG dishwasher worth repairing?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Is this LG customer service?
Which San Anselmo technicians work on LG?
Other Dishwasher Repair in San Anselmo
LG Dishwasher Repair Near San Anselmo
Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a LG repair.