If your LG washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Phenix City list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with LG. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair LG washers and other brands.
Independent LG Washer Technicians, Phenix City AL
22 repair companies serve Phenix City from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Phenix City itself, and other nearby bases include Columbus (10), Opelika (3), and Valley (2). No company within 90 miles of Phenix City mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Phenix City. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Phenix City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 2.0, 2.8 |
The leading options for Phenix City are Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Choice Appliance Repair LLC (2.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 652 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-co Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Know Your LG Washer
How LG Washers Are Built
LG washers read the water level with a level sensor connected by a hose, and a clogged sensor hose or oversudsing can cause overfill or sensor codes. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide
LG top load washers use a direct drive motor rather than a belt-driven design. Source: LG - Top Load Washers
What LG Says to Check First
- Washer not filling. For the IE water supply code, LG says to open the taps fully, straighten kinked inlet hoses and clean the inlet filters. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List
- Washer leaking. LG suggests first confirming the leak is from the washer, then checking the door area and an overfilled or residue-clogged detergent dispenser. Source: LG Help Library - LG Front Load Washing Machine Troubleshooting: Leaks
Reading a LG Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; restart the cycle. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List |
| CE | Motor over-current or a damaged motor control component; LG says this needs service if a power reset does not clear it. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide |
| IE | Not enough water is coming in; check that the taps are open, the hoses are not kinked and the inlet filters are clean. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List |
Full list: LG Washer Error Codes Explained: UE, LE, OE and More.
LG Smart Diagnosis runs through the LG ThinQ app, walking the owner through steps and then reporting the washer's performance and any issues found. Source: LG Support - Smart Diagnosis (washer)
LG Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Phenix City
Care LG Recommends for Its Washers
- Clean the water inlet filters when they clog, which happens more in hard-water areas, by soaking them in white vinegar or a scale remover. Source: LG Help Library - LG Front Load Washer Maintenance
- Keep the detergent dispenser clean, since undissolved detergent and residue are a leading cause of odor and buildup. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Troubleshooting: Odor Buildup
What LG Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a LG washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What to Have Ready for a LG Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Phenix City, AL
Most washer calls in Phenix City come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Phenix City
- How often do you repair LG washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Phenix City, AL
Why does my LG washer show an error code?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Which Phenix City technicians work on LG?
Other Washer Repair in Phenix City
LG Washer Repair Near Phenix City
Write down any error code your LG washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Phenix City technician bring the right parts.