A LG dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions LG and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with LG. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair LG dryers and other brands.
Who Works on LG Dryers Near Shorewood
40 repair companies serve Shorewood from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Shorewood itself, and the rest are spread across Joliet (16), Plainfield (9), and Naperville (4). Distances run up to about 13 miles. No company within 30 miles of Shorewood names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Kankakee River Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shorewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 1.0 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
Closest matches for Shorewood: Sears Appliance Repair (48.6 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (4.5 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.4 stars from 189 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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
Sensor cycles stop when the load reaches the selected dryness level read by humidity sensor bars in the drum, so small, bulky or mixed loads can come out damp. Source: LG US - Why is my dryer not heating, not drying, or taking a long time drying
What LG Says to Check First
- 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
- Noisy dryer. Remove coins, keys and other loose items and fasten zippers, noting that some drum-roller thumping with uneven loads is normal. Source: LG US - Noise from the dryer
Reading a LG Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PS | Power or grounding problem on a three-wire hookup. 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 |
| 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
Signs Your LG Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for LG Dryers
- 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
Most LG dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
What to Have Ready for a LG Dryer Call
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Shorewood
Most dryer calls in Shorewood 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Shorewood Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
LG Dryer Repair FAQs: Shorewood, IL
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Why does my LG dryer show an error code?
Which Shorewood technicians work on LG?
Is this LG customer service?
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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.