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 Chesapeake, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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LG Dishwasher Repair Near Chesapeake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chesapeake. 8 of them are based in Chesapeake itself, and other nearby bases include Virginia Beach (16), Norfolk (9), and Portsmouth (5). Mandarin Appliance Repair Specialist is the nearest, roughly 3.0 miles from Chesapeake. None of the companies within 30 miles mention LG by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 35 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 6.2, 7.6 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
At the top of the Chesapeake list: Sears Appliance Repair (35.8 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (6.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (18.7 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.9 stars from 5,034 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (15.0 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews).
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 leaking. LG says most leaks come from installation, detergent or upkeep, so check that the unit is level and the door gasket is clean before looking at connections. Source: LG USA Support - LG Dishwasher: How to Fix Common Leaking Issues
- 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)
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 |
| 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 |
| 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.
When to Call for LG Dishwasher Repair
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Chesapeake Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for LG 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)
- 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
Budgeting for a LG Dishwasher Repair
Most LG dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
What Chesapeake Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Chesapeake 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Chesapeake
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chesapeake, VA
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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.