If your LG dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Kihei 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 Kihei
Within 60 miles of Kihei there are 5 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Lahaina (2), Makawao (1), and Wailuku (1). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Kihei mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 7.2 miles from Kihei. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 3 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Kihei is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kihei. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.2, 7.4, 8.6 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
First up for Kihei: Sears Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (7.2 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (7.4 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Know Your LG Dishwasher
How LG Dishwashers Are Built
LG uses a removable mesh filter that the owner twists counterclockwise to lift out and rinse, rather than a self-cleaning grinder. 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 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 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
What LG Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PE | A water level sensor fault on certain older models that needs a technician. 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.
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
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Kihei
Care LG Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
What LG Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A LG dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Kihei
Most dishwasher calls in Kihei 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Kihei
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Kihei, HI
Which Kihei technicians work on LG?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is this LG customer service?
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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.