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. Below are independent repair companies serving Friendly, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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LG Dishwasher Repair Near Friendly
40 repair companies serve Friendly from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (18), Arlington (5), and Fort Washington (4). The closest is Bell Appliance Repair - MD, about 0.9 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Friendly mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Friendly list: Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (9.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (6.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); L and Sons Appliance Repairs LLC (9.6 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews); ABV Service (9.6 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dishwasher Lines and Features
How LG Dishwashers Are Built
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)
Common LG Dishwasher Problems
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| PE | A water level sensor fault on certain older models 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
LG Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Friendly
Keeping a LG Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
What LG Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A LG dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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
- 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 Friendly
Most dishwasher calls in Friendly 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Friendly
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Friendly, MD
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your LG dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Friendly technician bring the right parts.