Most LG dryer repairs in Highland involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. The Highland list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with LG. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair LG dryers and other brands.
Independent LG Dryer Technicians, Highland IL
37 repair companies serve Highland from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Highland, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (7), Belleville (4), and Alton (4). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Broadway Appliance Sales & Service, about 1.4 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Highland names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Highland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.4, 14.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
First up for Highland: Sears Appliance Repair (72.1 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (72.9 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.3 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (20.5 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (16.1 miles away, based in Edwardsville, 4.9 stars from 5,567 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your LG Dryer
How LG Dryers Are Built
Energy Saver is on by default for Cotton/Normal and air-dries without heat for much of the cycle, which lengthens run time and can look like a heating fault. Source: LG US - Why is my dryer not heating, not drying, or taking a long time drying
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
LG Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer has no power. See whether the drum light comes on, confirm the cord is secure at the dryer and the outlet, and reset the circuit breaker. Source: LG US - Why does my dryer have no power
- 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
What LG Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| nP | Power supply problem; the outlet may not be delivering the correct voltage. Source: LG US - LG dryer error code list |
| FO | Lint filter is out or not seated properly; remove and reinsert it. Source: LG US - LG dryer error code list |
| CL | Child Lock is on; hold the Child Lock button a few seconds to release it. 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
LG Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Highland Dryer Call
Keeping a LG Dryer Running
- LG recommends having a professional vent cleaner inspect and clean the duct run inside the walls once a year. Source: LG US - Why is my dryer not heating, not drying, or taking a long time drying
- Empty pockets and fasten zippers and buttons before drying to avoid noise and drum damage. Source: LG US - Noise from the dryer
Brand guides: LG Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes, LG Dryer Error Codes Explained.
LG Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a LG dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Highland
Most dryer calls in Highland 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.
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Questions to Ask a Highland Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
LG Dryer Repair FAQs: Highland, IL
What should I do about a LG error code?
Do you work for LG?
Which Highland technicians work on LG?
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Write down any error code your LG dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Highland technician bring the right parts.