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 Hickory, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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LG Dishwasher Repair Near Hickory
Within 30 miles of Hickory there are 20 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Hickory itself, and the rest are spread across Mooresville (4), Newton (2), and Morganton (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Hickory names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 20 businesses.
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| Mention LG | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 3.1, 3.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
First up for Hickory: Sears Appliance Repair (86.5 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Benfield Appliance Repair, LLC (7.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 107 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LKN Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Denver, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your LG Dishwasher
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)
Dynamic Heat Dry models have a dedicated heat-dry fan motor and heat-dry temperature sensing, each with its own fault code. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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.
When to Call for LG Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care LG Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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)
- 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
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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Dishwasher Notes for Hickory, NC
Most dishwasher calls in Hickory 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Hickory Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair LG dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Hickory, NC
How do I find a technician who knows LG dishwashers?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is my LG dishwasher worth repairing?
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LG Dishwasher Repair Near Hickory
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your LG dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.