A LG dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving San Jose, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with LG, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent LG Dishwasher Technicians, San Jose CA
Within 30 miles of San Jose there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 36 list an address in San Jose, and the rest are spread across Campbell (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the repair companies near San Jose name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. A Go Home Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from San Jose. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for San Jose are Appliance Repair San Jose - PL (2.5 miles away, 4.3 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Art Appliance (3.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West San Jose and Campbell (5.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a LG Dishwasher Technician Deals With
An overfill flow switch shuts the unit off when it senses too much water, and it can take up to 48 hours of drying with the power off for the switch to reset. Source: LG USA Support - LG Dishwasher Error Code List
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
What LG Says to Check First
- Dishwasher leaking. LG says most leaks come from installation, detergent or upkeep, so check that the unit is level and the door gasket is clean before looking at connections. Source: LG USA Support - LG Dishwasher: How to Fix Common Leaking Issues
- 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 |
|---|---|
| LE | The wash (cleaning) motor is not running normally and needs a technician. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| tE | A water temperature sensor fault, such as a bad connection or failed sensor, that needs a technician. 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 |
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
When to Call for LG Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in San Jose
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
- Run the Tub Clean cycle with citric acid in the detergent dispenser to clean the tub. Source: LG USA Support - Why Your LG Dishwasher Isn't Cleaning Dishes Well and How to Fix It
Budgeting for a LG Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a LG dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
What San Jose Owners Should Know
San Jose Water (SJW), the main water utility for much of San Jose, which supplies San Jose, reports hardness of varies by source blend: about 119 ppm average for Valley Water treated surface water, about 155 ppm for local mountain surface water, and about 364 ppm average (155-545 ppm) for groundwater. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: San Jose Water 2025 Consumer Confidence Report (CPUC)
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 Jose
- How often do you repair LG dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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: San Jose, CA
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your LG dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.