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 Highland Park, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with LG, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on LG Dishwashers Near Highland Park
40 repair companies serve Highland Park from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Highland Park itself, and the rest are spread across Edison (5), New Brunswick (5), and Somerset (5). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. None of the repair companies near Highland Park name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Grandfix Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Highland Park. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Highland Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.3, 0.3 |
First up for Highland Park: Appliance Repair Dunellen (6.6 miles away, based in Dunellen, 4.8 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Star Appliance Service LLC (7.5 miles away, based in Monmouth Junction, 4.8 stars from 1,605 reviews, lists Saturday hours); YDH, Appliance Installation and Repair, LLC (6.6 miles away, based in Sayreville, 5.0 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WellDuct of Somerset (2.2 miles away, based in Somerset, 5.0 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dishwasher Lines and Features
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)
Common LG Dishwasher Problems
- 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
What LG Dishwasher Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
| IE | Not enough water is reaching the tub, often from a closed supply valve, a kinked inlet hose or low water pressure. 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
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Care LG Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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?
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
- 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Local Notes for Highland Park
Most dishwasher calls in Highland Park 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 Highland Park
- How often do you repair LG dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Highland Park, NJ
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my LG dishwasher?
Which Highland Park technicians work on LG?
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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.