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 Apex, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Apex
40 repair companies serve Apex from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Apex, and the rest are spread across Raleigh (17), Durham (7), and Cary (6). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.7 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Apex mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Apex. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 1.9, 4.0 |
The leading options for Apex are Mr. Appliance of Cary (5.8 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (17.8 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.5 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which LG washer you have before you call. LG makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo models, and the technician will ask.
LG Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How LG Washers Are Built
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
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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| PE | The water level sensor cannot read the water level. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide |
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
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Apex
Care LG Recommends for Its Washers
- Keep the detergent dispenser clean, since undissolved detergent and residue are a leading cause of odor and buildup. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Troubleshooting: Odor Buildup
- 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
Most LG washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Laundry Notes for Apex, NC
Most washer calls in Apex 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Apex
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Apex, NC
Why won't my washer spin?
Is this LG customer service?
Why does my LG washer show an error code?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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 Apex technician bring the right parts.