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 Punxsutawney list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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LG Dryer Repair Near Punxsutawney
Within 60 miles of Punxsutawney there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and DuBois (2). No company within 90 miles of Punxsutawney mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Mishler Appliance Services, about 15.8 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Punxsutawney is inside its regular service area.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 15.8, 16.5, 17.9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Mention LG | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 51 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
First up for Punxsutawney: Martin Appliance (42.3 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ross Appliance (54.0 miles away, based in Monroeville, 4.9 stars from 769 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.5 miles away, based in Butler, 4.9 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mishler Appliance Services (15.8 miles away, based in Brookville, 4.5 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes LG Dryer Repairs Different
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
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 Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
What LG Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| CL | Child Lock is on; hold the Child Lock button a few seconds to release it. Source: LG US - LG dryer error code list |
| FO | Lint filter is out or not seated properly; remove and reinsert it. 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
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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.
What LG Dryer Repairs Cost
A LG dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- 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
Dryer Notes for Punxsutawney, PA
Most dryer calls in Punxsutawney 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
There is no statewide plumbing or trade license in Pennsylvania, so any licensing for gas piping work is set by the municipality where the work happens (Philadelphia, for example, issues its own plumber licenses). Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Punxsutawney
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair LG dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
LG Dryer Repair FAQs: Punxsutawney, PA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Should I repair or replace my LG dryer?
Why does my LG dryer show an error code?
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LG Dryer Repair Near Punxsutawney
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your LG dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.