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. Below are independent repair companies serving Massillon, 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 Massillon
Our data shows 21 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Massillon. 2 of them are based in Massillon itself, and the rest are spread across Canton (5), Akron (4), and Cuyahoga Falls (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Home Appliance Company is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Massillon. No company within 90 miles of Massillon mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.3, 6.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
First up for Massillon: Home Appliance Company (1.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 402 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (28.9 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Canton, 4.4 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Know Your LG Washer
How LG Washers Are Built
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 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
What LG Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CL | Not a fault: child lock is on. Source: LG Help Library - LG Washer Error Code List |
| tCL | Not a fault: a reminder to run the tub clean cycle. 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.
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)
LG Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Massillon
Owner Care for LG 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
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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for Massillon, OH
Most washer calls in Massillon 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.
Questions to Ask a Massillon Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Massillon, OH
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LG Washer Repair Near Massillon
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.