LG owners in Friendswood usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Friendswood 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 Friendswood
Within 30 miles of Friendswood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Friendswood, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (15), League City (6), and Manvel (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. H & S Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Friendswood. 1 lists LG specifically. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 3.2, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
The leading options for Friendswood are Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Alvin, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LG Appliance Repair (20.0 miles away, based in Missouri City, 4.2 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.3 miles away, based in Liberty, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of League City (3.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 765 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes LG Dryer Repairs Different
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
- 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
- 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
Reading a LG Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| nP | Power supply problem; the outlet may not be delivering the correct voltage. 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 |
| 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Friendswood
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
- 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.
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:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Friendswood
Most dryer calls in Friendswood 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Gas piping counts as plumbing in Texas and requires a plumbing license, with an exemption for LP gas installers who hold a separate state LP gas license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §§1301.002, 1301.055 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Friendswood
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair LG dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
LG Dryer Repair FAQs: Friendswood, TX
Which Friendswood technicians work on LG?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is this LG customer service?
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LG Dryer Repair Near Friendswood
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.