A LG washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Santa Monica list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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LG Washer Repair Near Santa Monica
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Monica. 13 list an address in Santa Monica, and other nearby bases include Los Angeles (9), Beverly Hills (8), and Culver City (3). The closest is Everest Tower Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. 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 4.9 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Mention LG | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.4, 0.5 |
Closest matches for Santa Monica: Omar Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service (10.4 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Akaya Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service. (9.4 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair LG & Thermador (12.4 miles away, based in Van Nuys, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Samsung & LG Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Washer Lines and Features
What a LG Washer Technician Deals With
The door must lock before a cycle runs, and a door lock sensor, missing door magnet, bent latch or laundry caught in the gasket can trigger the dE code. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide
LG Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 spinning. LG says to check for an error code, spread the load evenly, make sure the washer is level, remove any coins or small objects from the drum, then run a Rinse & Spin test. Source: LG Help Library - Washing Machine Drum Not Spinning
Reading a LG Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FF | Freeze warning; the drum, hoses or taps may be frozen and need to be thawed. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide |
| UE | The load is unbalanced; redistribute the clothes, and top loaders will try to rebalance on their own a few times. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List |
| 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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care LG Recommends for Its 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
- 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
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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
Laundry Notes for Santa Monica, CA
Most washer calls in Santa Monica 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Santa Monica
- How often do you repair LG washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Santa Monica, CA
Do you work for LG?
Why does my LG washer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows LG washers?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a LG repair.