If your LG dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Zimmerman, 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 Zimmerman
Within 30 miles of Zimmerman there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Zimmerman, and other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and St Cloud (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 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. The closest is Clayton's Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Zimmerman. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention LG | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 8.9, 9.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
The leading options for Zimmerman are Sears Appliance Repair (73.8 miles away, based in Willmar, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clayton's Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.3 stars from 59 reviews); Home Appliance Service (24.9 miles away, based in Maple Lake, 5.0 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes LG Dishwasher Repairs Different
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 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)
Common LG Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| CL | Control lock is on, so the buttons won't respond until the lock is turned off by holding the lock buttons for three seconds. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| LE | The wash (cleaning) motor is not running normally and needs a technician. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| F31 | The heat-dry fan motor is not running, 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
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Zimmerman
Care LG Recommends for Its 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
LG Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most LG dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Zimmerman
Most dishwasher calls in Zimmerman 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 Zimmerman
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Zimmerman, MN
Which Zimmerman technicians work on LG?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Do you work for LG?
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LG Dishwasher Repair Near Zimmerman
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.