If your LG dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Lake in the Hills list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 Dryers Near Lake in the Hills
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake in the Hills. 6 of them are based in Lake in the Hills itself, and the rest are spread across Elgin (11), Crystal Lake (3), and Carpentersville (3). None of the companies within 30 miles mention LG by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Reliafix Appliance & HVAC, around 0.4 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.9, 1.0 |
At the top of the Lake in the Hills list: Sears Appliance Repair (70.4 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Elgin, 4.4 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews).
LG Dryer Lines and Features
What a LG Dryer Technician Deals With
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 Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Clothes still damp after a sensor cycle. Clean the humidity sensor bars and use a manual or time dry cycle for small, bulky or mixed loads. 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 |
|---|---|
| CL | Child Lock is on; hold the Child Lock button a few seconds to release it. 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 |
| 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 |
Full list: LG Dryer Error Codes Explained.
LG Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Lake in the Hills Dryer Call
Keeping a LG Dryer Running
- Keep the exhaust duct behind the dryer rigid or semi-rigid, uncrushed and straight or in a gentle S-curve, and make sure the outside vent flappers open fully. Source: LG US - Why is my dryer not heating, not drying, or taking a long time drying
- 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
Brand guides: LG Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes, LG Dryer Error Codes Explained.
Budgeting for a LG Dryer Repair
A LG dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Lake in the Hills
Most dryer calls in Lake in the Hills 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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Before You Book in Lake in the Hills
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
LG Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake in the Hills, IL
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Write down any error code your LG dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake in the Hills technician bring the right parts.