If your LG washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions LG and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with LG, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on LG Washers Near Salem
19 repair companies serve Salem from within 30 miles. 7 of them are based in Salem itself, and the rest are spread across Albany (2), McMinnville (2), and Corvallis (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. None of the repair companies near Salem name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nichall Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Salem. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.9, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 19 |
At the top of the Salem list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.3 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ATS Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in McMinnville, 4.9 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Krohn's Appliance Service LLC (26.5 miles away, based in Newberg, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews); Appliance Hospital - Salem (2.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 226 reviews).
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
What Makes LG Washer Repairs Different
LG top loaders come in two wash-action styles: an impeller that rubs clothes against each other, and an agitator that moves clothes side to side and up and down. Source: LG - Top Load Washers
LG top load washers use a direct drive motor rather than a belt-driven design. Source: LG - Top Load Washers
Common LG Washer Problems
- 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
- 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
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 |
| FE | Too much water in the tub, which can come from oversudsing, a clogged level sensor hose or a clogged drain filter. 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 |
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
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Salem
Keeping a LG Washer Running
- 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
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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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.
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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Salem Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Salem 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Salem Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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: Salem, OR
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LG Washer Repair Near Salem
Write down any error code your LG washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Salem technician bring the right parts.