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 University of Virginia, 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 University of Virginia
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of University of Virginia. The rest are spread across Charlottesville (4), Fishersville (3), and Gordonsville (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists, about 2.1 miles away. No company within 30 miles of University of Virginia names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 11 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from University of Virginia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.8, 3.4 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
Closest matches for University of Virginia: Sears Appliance Repair (82.5 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair of Louisa LLC (27.6 miles away, based in Louisa, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tech-24 (Charlottesville Virginia) (3.4 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 1.8 stars from 5 reviews).
LG Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What a LG Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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 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
Reading a LG Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| HE | The heater is not warming the incoming water and needs a technician. Source: LG USA Support - [LG Dishwasher] Guide to Error Codes |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Full list: LG Dishwasher Error Codes Explained.
LG Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Dishwasher Notes for University of Virginia, VA
Most dishwasher calls in University of Virginia 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 University of Virginia
- How often do you repair LG dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
LG Dishwasher Repair FAQs: University of Virginia, VA
What should I do about a LG error code?
Why are my dishes still wet?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Other Dishwasher Repair in University of Virginia
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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.