LG owners in Saraland usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Saraland 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.
LG Washer Repair Near Saraland
Within 30 miles of Saraland there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Mobile (14), Daphne (4), and Theodore (3). Distances run up to about 24 miles. The closest is Swift Appliance Repair Fixers, about 7.0 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Saraland mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Saraland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.0, 9.5, 9.6 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
First up for Saraland: Sears Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.4 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Daphne, 4.3 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASAP Appliance Repair (15.8 miles away, based in Spanish Fort, 5.0 stars from 420 reviews); Coast Appliance Repair LLC. (13.1 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.1 stars from 12 reviews).
LG Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How LG Washers Are Built
LG top load washers use a direct drive motor rather than a belt-driven design. Source: LG - Top Load Washers
LG top loaders come in two wash-action styles: an impeller that rubs clothes against each other, and an agitator that moves clothes side to side and up and down. Source: LG - Top Load Washers
Common LG Washer Problems
- Off balance, shaking. For the UE code, LG says to redistribute the load evenly, avoid overfilling the drum, and make sure the washer is level. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide
- Washer not draining. For the OE drain code, LG says to check the drain hose for kinks or clogs and then clean the drain pump filter. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List
What LG Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tE | A temperature sensor fault. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide |
| tCL | Not a fault: a reminder to run the tub clean cycle. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List |
| OE | Water is not draining or drains too slowly; check the drain hose and clean the drain pump filter. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List |
Full list: LG Washer Error Codes Explained: UE, LE, OE and More.
LG Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for LG Washers
- Run the TubClean cycle (or the Sanitary cycle on models without it) as part of roughly monthly upkeep, and when the tCL reminder appears. Source: LG Help Library - LG Front Load Washer Maintenance
- Wipe the door and gasket dry at the end of each wash day and clean under the gasket lip monthly with a diluted bleach or vinegar solution, never both and never straight bleach. Source: LG Help Library - LG Front Load Washer Maintenance
Budgeting for a LG Washer Repair
A LG washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
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
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Around Saraland
Most washer calls in Saraland 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.
Before You Book in Saraland
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Saraland, AL
What should I do about a LG error code?
Is this LG customer service?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Write down any error code your LG washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Saraland technician bring the right parts.