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 Franklin 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.
Independent LG Dishwasher Technicians, Franklin MA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Franklin. 2 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Framingham (7), Pawtucket (7), and Bellingham (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. The closest is Franklin Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 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. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 3.3, 5.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
Closest matches for Franklin: Sears Appliance Repair (56.8 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance - Outlet Store (11.5 miles away, based in Cumberland, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (14.7 miles away, based in Framingham, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mike H Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in North Attleborough, 5.0 stars from 149 reviews).
LG Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What Makes LG Dishwasher Repairs Different
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 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)
LG Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| OE | The tub is not draining fully, often from a clogged filter or a pinched drain hose. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| AE / EI / FE | Leak or overfill detected, often from oversudsing, an unlevel unit or a misaligned door. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| 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 |
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
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Gets Fixed on a Franklin Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for LG Dishwashers
- 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
- Wipe food and grease buildup off the door gasket so the door seals properly. Source: LG USA Support - LG Dishwasher: How to Fix Common Leaking Issues
LG Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a LG dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Franklin
Most dishwasher calls in Franklin 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Franklin
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Franklin, MA
Is this LG customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows LG dishwashers?
Why are my dishes still wet?
What should I do about a LG error code?
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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.