If your LG dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Inkster, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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 Inkster
Within 30 miles of Inkster there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Livonia (10), Detroit (7), and Lincoln Park (5). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: high pointe appliance LLC, around 1.9 miles out. 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. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.5, 2.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Inkster: Sears Appliance Repair (88.5 miles away, based in Coldwater, 4.1 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (6.9 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Busen's Appliance (7.7 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.5 stars from 191 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 traces most no-heat and slow-dry complaints to restricted airflow from lint or blocked ducting rather than a failed part. Source: LG US - Why is my dryer not heating, not drying, or taking a long time drying
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
- 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
Reading a LG Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FO | Lint filter is out or not seated properly; remove and reinsert 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.
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
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What Gets Fixed on a Inkster 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
- 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.
LG Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a LG dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a LG Dryer Call
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Inkster, MI
Most dryer calls in Inkster 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Inkster
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- 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: Inkster, MI
What should I do about a LG error code?
Do you work for LG?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Write down any error code your LG dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Inkster technician bring the right parts.