If your LG dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions LG and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent LG Dryer Technicians, Redwood City CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Redwood City. 18 of them are based in Redwood City itself, and the rest are spread across San Carlos (7), Belmont (6), and Menlo Park (5). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. Nearest on the list: Prompt Appliance Repair Solutions, around 0.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Redwood City name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
At the top of the Redwood City list: EASY FIX APPLIANCE, INC (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UsProRepairs (3.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Better Care Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Foster City, 4.9 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cannon Appliance (2.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How LG Dryers Are Built
Some LG dryers detect restricted exhaust airflow and show d80, d90 or d95 codes as the blockage gets worse. Source: LG US - LG dryer error code list
LG's heat pump WashTower dryer is ventless and uses a direct drive motor and a self-cleaning condenser that flushes lint automatically. Source: LG US - WashTower with heat pump dryer WKHC252HBA
Common LG Dryer Problems
- Dryer not heating. Check for restricted airflow first by cleaning the lint filter and inspecting the duct behind the dryer and the outside vent. Source: LG US - Why is my dryer not heating, not drying, or taking a long time drying
- Dryer takes too long to dry. Turn off Energy Saver, clear lint and duct restrictions, and have the in-wall vent professionally inspected if the problem continues. Source: LG US - Why is my dryer not heating, not drying, or taking a long time drying
Reading a LG Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| d80 / d90 / d95 | Airflow between the dryer and the outside exhaust is restricted; clean lint from the filter and duct. Source: LG US - LG dryer error code list |
| PS | Power or grounding problem on a three-wire hookup. Source: LG US - LG dryer error code list |
| Add | The steam feeder needs water during a steam cycle. Source: LG US - LG dryer error code list |
Full list: LG Dryer Error Codes Explained.
On select LG smart appliances, ThinQ Care's Smart Diagnosis monitors the appliance to help catch and troubleshoot problems early, and FlowSense dryers send a ThinQ app alert when ducts need cleaning. Source: LG US - LG ThinQ
When to Call for LG Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for LG Dryers
- Empty pockets and fasten zippers and buttons before drying to avoid noise and drum damage. Source: LG US - Noise from the dryer
- Clean the lint filter and remove lint from the lint tray between loads. Source: LG US - Why is my dryer not heating, not drying, or taking a long time drying
Brand guides: LG Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes, LG Dryer Error Codes Explained.
Budgeting for a LG Dryer Repair
Most LG dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Redwood City, CA
Most dryer calls in Redwood City come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Redwood City
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
LG Dryer Repair FAQs: Redwood City, CA
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Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a LG repair.