If your LG washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Temple Hills, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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LG Washer Repair Near Temple Hills
40 repair companies serve Temple Hills from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Temple Hills itself, and other nearby bases include Washington (14), Alexandria (8), and Arlington (5). Distances run up to about 8 miles. No company within 90 miles of Temple Hills mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Butler's Appliances, around 1.7 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 1.8, 2.3 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Temple Hills: Appliance Care (7.8 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (7.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews).
LG Washer Lines and Features
What a LG Washer Technician Deals With
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
What LG Says to Check First
- 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
LG Washer Error Codes
| 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 |
| LE | The motor is overloaded or locked and cannot turn the drum, often from overloading, back-to-back cycles or a trapped object. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide |
| CL | Not a fault: child lock is on. 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)
When to Call for LG Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
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
- 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
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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
Around Temple Hills
Most washer calls in Temple Hills 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Temple Hills
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair LG washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Temple Hills, MD
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
How do I find a technician who knows LG washers?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your LG washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.