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 Hopewell list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with LG, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on LG Dryers Near Hopewell
Within 30 miles of Hopewell there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Richmond (23), Petersburg (4), and Colonial Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Fix & Care Hub, around 4.3 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 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hopewell. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention LG | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 50 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.3, 4.5, 5.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
The leading options for Hopewell are Sears Appliance Repair (47.2 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (22.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Colonial Heights, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (21.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 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
Some LG dryers detect restricted exhaust airflow and show d80, d90 or d95 codes as the blockage gets worse. Source: LG US - LG dryer error code list
LG Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
LG Dryer Error Codes
| 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 |
| CL | Child Lock is on; hold the Child Lock button a few seconds to release 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 |
Full list: LG Dryer Error Codes Explained.
Signs Your LG Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
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
- Empty pockets and fasten zippers and buttons before drying to avoid noise and drum damage. Source: LG US - Noise from the dryer
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:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Hopewell
Most dryer calls in Hopewell 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Hopewell
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair LG dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
LG Dryer Repair FAQs: Hopewell, VA
Do you work for LG?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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LG Dryer Repair Near Hopewell
Write down any error code your LG dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Hopewell technician bring the right parts.