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 Minnetonka, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Minnetonka
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Minnetonka. 2 list an address in Minnetonka, and other nearby bases include Minneapolis (11), Hopkins (5), and Eden Prairie (5). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. AMA Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Minnetonka. No company within 30 miles of Minnetonka names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Minnetonka. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention LG | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 1.8, 2.4 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Minnetonka are Sears Appliance Repair (78.1 miles away, based in Willmar, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Twin Cities Appliance Service Center Inc (2.4 miles away, based in Hopkins, 4.9 stars from 1,837 reviews); Warners' Stellian Appliance (10.2 miles away, based in Shakopee, 4.7 stars from 1,015 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (1.7 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 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
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)
LG Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
LG Dishwasher Error Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
| HE | The heater is not warming the incoming water and needs a technician. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
Full list: LG Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
When to Call for LG Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Minnetonka
Keeping a LG Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
LG Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a LG dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a LG Dishwasher Call
- 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 Minnetonka
Most dishwasher calls in Minnetonka 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Minnetonka
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- 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?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Minnetonka, MN
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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.