LG owners in Makaha usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Makaha list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with LG. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair LG dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on LG Dishwashers Near Makaha
37 repair companies serve Makaha from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Honolulu (18), Waipahu (3), and Aiea (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Makaha Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Makaha. None of the repair companies near Makaha name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 9.5, 11.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
Closest matches for Makaha: All In 1 Service Inc. (14.0 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.6 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ocean Appliances & AC Repairs Inc.. (9.5 miles away, based in Waialua, 4.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Hawai'i (14.2 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Precision Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Honolulu, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your LG Dishwasher
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
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
What LG Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| bE | Oversudsing, usually from hand dish soap or too much detergent; if it shows with no suds, the unit needs a technician. 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 |
| F35 | The heat-dry heater or its temperature sensor can't be read, 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
LG Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for LG Dishwashers
- 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:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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
Dishwasher Notes for Makaha, HI
Most dishwasher calls in Makaha 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).
Before You Book in Makaha
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Makaha, HI
Why does my LG dishwasher show an error code?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Should I repair or replace my LG dishwasher?
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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.