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. The Claymont 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 Claymont
Within 30 miles of Claymont there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Claymont, and other nearby bases include Wilmington (14), Media (4), and Glenolden (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. None of the repair companies near Claymont name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Appliance Repairly, about 1.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Claymont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.1, 2.2 |
First up for Claymont: Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (7.4 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gowen's Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Media, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews); Commercial Equipment Service Inc. (2.1 miles away, based in Wilmington, 5.0 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Marmer Electric Appliance Services// (7.0 miles away, based in Media, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews).
Know Your LG Dishwasher
What a LG Dishwasher Technician Deals With
LG specifies a drain hose no longer than 12 feet with its end held roughly 12 to 40 inches above the floor, and the disposal knockout plug must be removed on new installs. Source: LG USA Support - How to Fix an LG Dishwasher That Is Not Draining (OE Error)
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
What LG Says to Check First
- 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
- Dishwasher not filling. LG says to confirm the house has water, straighten a kinked inlet hose and make sure the supply valve under the sink is fully open. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes
LG Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E1 | The overfill flow switch sensed too much water and shut the dishwasher off to prevent a leak. Source: LG USA Support - LG Dishwasher Error Code List |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
Signs Your LG Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Claymont
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:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
What to Have Ready for a LG Dishwasher Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Claymont Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Claymont 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.
Delaware does not issue a separate appliance repair license; its plumbing and HVACR licensing law covers gas piping but excludes installing gas appliances where service connections already exist. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter I
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Claymont
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Claymont, DE
How do I find a technician who knows LG dishwashers?
Is this LG customer service?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Claymont
More LG Dishwasher Repair Pages Nearby
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.