If your LG dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Poquoson list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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Who Works on LG Dishwashers Near Poquoson
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Poquoson. Other nearby bases include Norfolk (9), Hampton (5), and Yorktown (4). Gateway Appliance Experts is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Poquoson. No company within 30 miles of Poquoson names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 5.3, 6.3 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
At the top of the Poquoson list: Sears Appliance Repair (45.7 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G H Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Yorktown, 4.9 stars from 2,845 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (22.8 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes LG Dishwasher Repairs Different
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)
What LG Says to Check First
- 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 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
Reading a LG Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LE | The wash (cleaning) motor is not running normally and needs a technician. 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 |
| nE | The vario pump impeller is not spinning normally or dishes are touching it; reload and restart, and get service if it returns. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
Full list: LG Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
When to Call for LG Dishwasher Repair
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for LG 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
What LG Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A LG dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- 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 Poquoson Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Poquoson 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Poquoson
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Poquoson, VA
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your LG dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Poquoson technician bring the right parts.