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 Kent, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with LG. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair LG washers and other brands.
LG Washer Repair Near Kent
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kent. Other nearby bases include Canton (5), Akron (4), and Cleveland (3). Nearest on the list: Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc., around 4.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Kent 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 4.6 stars across 37 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kent. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.2, 6.0, 7.5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 31 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
First up for Kent: Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (4.2 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Tallmadge, 4.5 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (10.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (25.3 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 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
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
LG Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Door won't lock. For the dE code, LG says to make sure no laundry is caught in the door or gasket and close the door firmly; a bent latch or torn gasket needs service. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide
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 |
| tE | A temperature sensor fault. Source: LG Help Library - LG WashTower Error Code Resolution Guide |
| tCL | Not a fault: a reminder to run the tub clean cycle. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List |
Full list: LG Washer Error Codes Explained: UE, LE, OE and More.
LG Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Kent
Keeping a LG Washer Running
- Clean the water inlet filters when they clog, which happens more in hard-water areas, by soaking them in white vinegar or a scale remover. 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
LG Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most LG washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What Kent Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Kent 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Kent
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair LG washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Kent, OH
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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.