LG Dryer Repair Service

On an electric LG dryer, the usual causes are a failed heating element, thermal fuse or high-limit thermostat, or a power problem; nP means no current is reaching the heater. On a gas model, check that the gas valve is fully open, then suspect the igniter or gas valve coils. LG’s not heating troubleshooting (opens in a new tab) covers the first checks.

Restricted airflow is the most common cause, so clean the lint filter and check that the exhaust hose isn’t crushed and the outside flap opens. LG also notes that Energy Saver is on by default for the Cotton/Normal cycle, which lengthens drying, and that sensor bars should be wiped monthly. If loads still take two cycles, a heater or burner may be weak.

They are Flow Sense warnings that the exhaust path is about 75, 80, 90 or 95 percent restricted. LG says d80 on a gas dryer can also mean low gas supply. Clean the lint filter, straighten the exhaust hose and check the outside vent. If the code stays, the duct inside the wall needs cleaning. Our d80, d90 and d95 guide covers the safe checks.

First rule out the simple causes LG lists: an overloaded drum may not rotate, and opening the door mid-cycle stops it until you close the door and press Start/Pause. If the empty drum still won’t turn, the drive belt, idler pulley, rollers or motor has usually failed. See LG’s drum not turning steps (opens in a new tab).

Check for a dE code, which means the door isn’t fully closed, and make sure the lint filter is seated and Child Lock (CL) is off. Then switch the breaker off and back on. If the drum light is on but the dryer won’t power up, or it still won’t start after a reset, the door switch or control board needs repair.

tE1 and tE3 point to a thermistor, the sensor that reads drying temperature. tE2 can appear in cold conditions, such as when a steam cycle cools the duct quickly. HS is a humidity sensor error, and LG says the dryer then runs about 2.5 hours. Wipe the sensor bars below the lint filter with a damp cloth and let them dry. If a code returns, book a repair. LG’s dryer error code list (opens in a new tab) has the full steps.

nP means no current is detected at the heater, which usually points to the home’s wiring or a tripped breaker. PS means improper voltage at the power cord, which can happen when the cord’s wires are connected wrong at the terminal block. Both need a properly grounded 240V outlet. If the dryer still won’t heat after the breaker is reset, book a repair.

On LG gas dryers, the gas code means the dryer isn’t receiving gas. LG says to confirm the gas supply valve is fully open and the gas line is connected and not kinked. LG also notes that d80 on a gas dryer can mean low gas supply. If the valve is open and the code returns, the igniter or gas valve coils need a technician.

LG’s reset is simple: unplug the dryer or switch off its breaker, press and hold Start/Pause for 5 seconds while it has no power, then restore power and run a cycle. This clears a PF code after a power outage and some control glitches. It won’t fix a failed heater, belt or sensor, so if a code returns, book a repair.

Some sounds are normal, such as a brief high-pitched sound when the belt tightens at startup or thumping from an unbalanced load. LG says a sharp metallic scraping or a continuous squeal can mean worn rollers, a worn belt or a loose drum shaft. Empty pockets first; if the noise continues, stop using it and book a repair. See LG’s dryer noise guide (opens in a new tab).

Yes. We repair LG ventless heat pump dryers and the dryer half of LG WashTower laundry centers, as well as standard electric and gas LG dryers. Heat pump models work differently from vented dryers, so tell us the model number when you book. ALAS also cleans dryer vents, which helps when long drying times or Flow Sense codes come from a clogged duct.

Stop using the dryer if it smells hot or burning. Otherwise, clean the lint filter, check that the exhaust hose behind the dryer isn’t crushed or kinked, and write down any code on the display along with the model number. If you smell gas near a gas dryer, leave the home and call your gas utility or 911 from outside.

ALAS is an independent repair company, not an LG authorized service provider, so LG warranty claims go through LG directly. We repair LG dryers that are out of warranty or that you choose to have repaired independently.

We repair LG dryers across Dallas–Fort Worth, including Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Dallas, Richardson, Coppell, Southlake, Keller and Grapevine. Enter your ZIP code in the service area section to check coverage.