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 Pontiac 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.
LG Dryer Repair Near Pontiac
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pontiac. 1 of them are based in Pontiac itself, and the rest are spread across Waterford Township (6), Madison Heights (4), and Rochester (3). None of the repair companies near Pontiac name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Mortech Appliance Repair, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 38 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 24 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.2, 2.9 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
The leading options for Pontiac are Sargent Appliance (8.2 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.6 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.5 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Waterford (5.4 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.7 stars from 348 reviews).
LG Dryer Lines and Features
What a LG Dryer Technician Deals With
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
What LG Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| gAS | Gas supply problem; confirm the gas valve is open and the line is not kinked. 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
Signs Your LG Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for LG Dryers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: LG Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes, LG Dryer Error Codes Explained.
What LG Dryer Repairs Cost
Most LG dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Pontiac
Most dryer calls in Pontiac 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 Pontiac
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
LG Dryer Repair FAQs: Pontiac, MI
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Write down any error code your LG dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Pontiac technician bring the right parts.