LG owners in North Star usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The North Star list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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 Washers Near North Star
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Star. The rest are spread across Wilmington (14), New Castle (6), and Newark (4). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. Allen's Arcade & Electronic Repair House is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from North Star. No company within 90 miles of North Star mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 31 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Star. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention LG | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 4.9, 5.1 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
First up for North Star: Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (12.2 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Thorndale, 4.6 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Elkton, 4.5 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.6 stars from 631 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your LG Washer
How LG Washers Are Built
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 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 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
What LG Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PE | The water level sensor cannot read the water level. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide |
| dE | The door is not closing or locking properly. 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 |
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)
Signs Your LG Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care LG Recommends for Its Washers
- Clean the front load drain pump filter at least monthly, more often with heavy use. 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
Most LG washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around North Star
Most washer calls in North Star 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.
Delaware does not issue a separate appliance repair license; its plumbing and HVACR licensing law covers gas piping but excludes installing gas appliances where service connections already exist. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter I
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in North Star
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: North Star, DE
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Which North Star technicians work on LG?
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LG Washer Repair Near North Star
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.