A LG dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Carbondale, 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.
LG Dishwasher Repair Near Carbondale
Within 30 miles of Carbondale there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Eynon (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Carbondale names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Homish Television, around 6.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 25 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carbondale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.4, 7.1, 10.1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 25 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
The leading options for Carbondale are Sears Appliance Repair (60.9 miles away, based in Sayre, 4.2 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scranton Appliance Repair Professionals (10.8 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.9 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EZ Home Maintenance (7.1 miles away, based in Eynon, 5.0 stars from 14 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
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
What LG Says to Check First
- 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 |
|---|---|
| tE | A water temperature sensor fault, such as a bad connection or failed sensor, that needs a technician. 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 |
| 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
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Carbondale
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
Price the repair before replacing a LG dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- 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?
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Carbondale
Most dishwasher calls in Carbondale 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Before You Book in Carbondale
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair LG dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Carbondale, PA
Why are my dishes still wet?
Is my LG dishwasher worth repairing?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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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.