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 Longboat Key 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.
LG Washer Repair Near Longboat Key
40 repair companies serve Longboat Key from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Sarasota (24) and Bradenton (16). None of the repair companies near Longboat Key name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is APPLIED MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS, LLC, about 3.8 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Longboat Key. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention LG | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.8, 4.0, 4.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
At the top of the Longboat Key list: Teodor Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Manatee County & N. Sarasota (4.3 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kingdom Appliance Repair Services Bradenton (5.4 miles away, based in Bradenton, 4.8 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR IN SARASOTA (7.4 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Washer Lines and Features
What Makes LG Washer Repairs Different
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
On LG front loaders the drain pump filter sits behind a service panel in the lower left corner and must be drained and unscrewed to clean. Source: LG Help Library - LG Front Load Washer Maintenance
LG Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Washer odor. LG links odor mainly to detergent that does not dissolve and to lint or hair left in the gasket or drain pump filter, and says to clean the detergent dispenser first. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Troubleshooting: Odor Buildup
- 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
LG Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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.
Signs Your LG Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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 front load drain pump filter at least monthly, more often with heavy use. Source: LG Help Library - LG Front Load Washer Maintenance
What LG Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a LG washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
Laundry Notes for Longboat Key, FL
Most washer calls in Longboat Key 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Longboat Key
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair LG washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Longboat Key, FL
Why won't my washer spin?
How do I find a technician who knows LG washers?
Why does my LG washer show an error code?
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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 Longboat Key technician bring the right parts.