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 Tabor City, 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 Tabor City
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Tabor City. 1 of them are based in Tabor City itself, and other nearby bases include North Myrtle Beach (5), Conway (4), and Little River (3). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 6.2 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Tabor City names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 19 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tabor City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.2, 15.2, 16.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 21 |
At the top of the Tabor City list: Sears Appliance Repair (81.4 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dew's (25.6 miles away, based in North Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 911 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Tech Expert (21.3 miles away, based in Longs, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Medic of Myrtle Beach, LLC (30.0 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.8 stars from 768 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your LG Dishwasher
What a LG Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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 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)
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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.
LG Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for LG Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
What LG Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A LG dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Local Notes for Tabor City
Most dishwasher calls in Tabor City 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Tabor City
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Tabor City, NC
Why does my LG dishwasher show an error code?
Do you work for LG?
Should I repair or replace my LG dishwasher?
Which Tabor City technicians work on LG?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Tabor City
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your LG dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Tabor City technician bring the right parts.