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. 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 Alexandria
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Alexandria. 22 list an address in Alexandria, and other nearby bases include Arlington (12) and Falls Church (6). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Mr. Appliance of Alexandria is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Alexandria. No company within 90 miles of Alexandria 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 4.9 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alexandria. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Mention washer work | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.3, 1.5 |
At the top of the Alexandria list: Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (2.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (3.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews); Appliance Repair Services (2.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 219 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.
LG Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes LG Washer Repairs Different
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 leaking. LG suggests first confirming the leak is from the washer, then checking the door area and an overfilled or residue-clogged detergent dispenser. Source: LG Help Library - LG Front Load Washing Machine Troubleshooting: Leaks
Reading a LG Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| dE | The door is not closing or locking properly. 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 |
| PF | Power was lost during a cycle; restart the 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
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Alexandria
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
- Wipe the door and gasket dry at the end of each wash day and clean under the gasket lip monthly with a diluted bleach or vinegar solution, never both and never straight bleach. Source: LG Help Library - LG Front Load Washer Maintenance
What LG Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a LG washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- 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)
Laundry Notes for Alexandria, VA
Virginia American Water (Alexandria District), which supplies Alexandria, reports hardness of about 113 mg/L (6.6 grains per gallon) total hardness as CaCO3 (moderately hard). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Virginia American Water - Alexandria Typical Water Quality
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Alexandria
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
LG Washer Repair FAQs: Alexandria, VA
Why does my LG washer show an error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Other Washer Repair in Alexandria
LG Washer Repair Near Alexandria
Write down any error code your LG washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Alexandria technician bring the right parts.