If your LG dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions LG and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on LG Dishwashers Near East Rutherford
40 repair companies serve East Rutherford from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in East Rutherford, and other nearby bases include Clifton (7), Passaic (6), and Lyndhurst (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Nearest on the list: Pinecrest Rutherford Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. None of the repair companies near East Rutherford name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Rutherford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
First up for East Rutherford: The Fix Phone Repair, Tablet Repair & Accessories in American Dream (1.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1,188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sam The Man Repairs LLC (3.7 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Green Light Appliance LLC (2.7 miles away, based in Wallington, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GalaMixx (4.6 miles away, based in Clifton, 5.0 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dishwasher Lines and Features
How LG Dishwashers Are Built
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 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
LG Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E1 | The overfill flow switch sensed too much water and shut the dishwasher off to prevent a leak. Source: LG USA Support - LG Dishwasher Error Code List |
| F37 | The Auto Open Door feature is not working; check that nothing blocks the door, then get service. 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 |
Full list: LG Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
When to Call for LG Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care LG Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- 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
Local Notes for East Rutherford
Most dishwasher calls in East Rutherford 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in East Rutherford
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: East Rutherford, NJ
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
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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.