LG owners in Friendly usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Friendly, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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LG Dryer Repair Near Friendly
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Friendly. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (18), Arlington (5), and Fort Washington (4). No company within 90 miles of Friendly mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Bell Appliance Repair - MD, around 0.9 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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 | 25 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
At the top of the Friendly list: Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (9.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (6.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (6.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews); UltraFix Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dryer Lines and Features
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
Common LG Dryer Problems
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Add | The steam feeder needs water during a steam cycle. 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 |
| nP | Power supply problem; the outlet may not be delivering the correct voltage. 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a LG Dryer Running
- Empty pockets and fasten zippers and buttons before drying to avoid noise and drum damage. Source: LG US - Noise from the dryer
- Wipe the humidity sensor bars monthly with a damp cloth and let them dry fully. 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.
LG Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A LG dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Friendly Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Friendly 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
Questions to Ask a Friendly Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
LG Dryer Repair FAQs: Friendly, MD
Should I repair or replace my LG dryer?
Which Friendly technicians work on LG?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Write down any error code your LG dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Friendly technician bring the right parts.