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 Plainview 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.
Independent LG Washer Technicians, Plainview NY
40 repair companies serve Plainview from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Plainview itself, and other nearby bases include Farmingdale (6), Huntington (5), and Hicksville (4). RD Appliance Service, Corp. is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Plainview. No company within 90 miles of Plainview 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 4.3 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plainview. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention LG | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.3, 1.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Plainview are American Service (6.8 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.9 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luxury Appliance Care (4.0 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.7 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RD Appliance Service, Corp. (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 401 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Hicksville, 4.6 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| tCL | Not a fault: a reminder to run the tub clean cycle. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List |
| Sud | Too many suds; use less detergent. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List |
| 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 |
Full list: LG Washer Error Codes Explained: UE, LE, OE and More.
When to Call for LG Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for LG 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
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 level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around Plainview
Most washer calls in Plainview 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.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Plainview Washer Technician
- 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?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Plainview, NY
What should I do about a LG error code?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Do you work for LG?
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LG Washer Repair Near Plainview
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.