Most LG dishwasher repairs in Des Moines involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. The Des Moines 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.
Independent LG Dishwasher Technicians, Des Moines IA
27 repair companies serve Des Moines from within 30 miles. 11 list an address in Des Moines, and other nearby bases include Urbandale (5), West Des Moines (3), and Ankeny (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention LG by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Everett Appliance Repair Services, around 1.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 26 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 1.9, 2.1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Des Moines are Sears Appliance Repair (73.7 miles away, based in Carroll, 4.8 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Metro Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 613 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling (10.4 miles away, based in Grimes, 4.9 stars from 4,448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance (10.3 miles away, based in West Des Moines, 4.8 stars from 1,395 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your LG Dishwasher
How LG Dishwashers Are Built
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
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)
LG Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher not draining. LG says to clean the mesh filter first, then look for a crushed or kinked drain hose and check the air gap and disposal knockout. Source: LG USA Support - How to Fix an LG Dishwasher That Is Not Draining (OE Error)
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
| nE | The vario pump impeller is not spinning normally or dishes are touching it; reload and restart, and get service if it returns. 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
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- Clear debris from the sink air gap if one is installed, with the dishwasher off. Source: LG USA Support - How to Fix an LG Dishwasher That Is Not Draining (OE Error)
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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- 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
Local Notes for Des Moines
Most dishwasher calls in Des Moines 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Des Moines
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Des Moines, IA
What should I do about a LG error code?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
How do I find a technician who knows LG dishwashers?
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LG Dishwasher Repair Near Des Moines
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.