What does 'factory authorized' LG repair mean?

It means our technicians service LG appliances under LG's own program — following LG service procedures, with access to LG technical documentation and genuine LG parts. Authorized service protects your manufacturer warranty, while an unauthorized repair can void it.

Is my LG refrigerator's linear compressor covered by warranty?

Many LG refrigerators carry an extended manufacturer parts warranty on the linear/inverter compressor — up to 10 years on a large share of models. Even if your fridge is several years old, the compressor part itself may still be covered, which significantly lowers the repair cost. We verify coverage for your model and serial number before quoting.

Which LG appliances do you repair?

Refrigerators (including InstaView and built-in models), washers and dryers (including Direct Drive and WashTower), dishwashers, ranges, ovens, cooktops, and microwaves — across all of Orange County, CA.

Alpha & Omega HVAC Appliance Repair · Orange County, CA

Factory Authorized LG Appliance Repair in Orange County

Alpha & Omega is a factory authorized LG service company. That's not a marketing phrase — it means we repair LG appliances under LG's own program: LG service procedures, LG technical documentation, and genuine LG parts. For you it means a warranty-safe repair done the way the manufacturer intended.

In Irvine? Visit our dedicated LG service site — LG Appliance Repair Irvine — for model-specific guides, LG error-code references, and same-day booking.

LG Appliances We Repair

Refrigerators — French-door, side-by-side, InstaView Door-in-Door, Craft Ice, and built-in models
Washers & dryers — front-load, top-load, Direct Drive, and WashTower units
Dishwashers — including QuadWash and TrueSteam models
Ranges, ovens & cooktops — gas, electric, and induction, including ProBake convection
Microwaves — over-the-range and countertop

The LG Linear Compressor — Our Specialty

LG's linear/inverter compressor is efficient and quiet, but it's also the single most searched-for LG refrigerator problem: the fridge slowly stops cooling while the lights and fans keep working. Two things matter here:

On many models, LG's parts warranty covers the linear compressor for up to 10 years — even on a fridge you bought years ago, the part itself may cost you nothing. We verify coverage by model and serial number before we quote.
Replacing it properly is sealed system work — refrigerant recovery, brazing, a new filter drier, deep evacuation, and a precise recharge. That's a repair most companies won't touch; we do it routinely.

If your LG fridge is warm right now, start with our refrigerator-not-cooling checklist — and if the simple causes are ruled out, call us.

Common LG Problems We See in Orange County

LG refrigerator not cooling or slowly losing temperature (compressor, sealed system, or defrost issues)
Ice maker stopped producing ice, or water dispenser not working
Washer showing OE (drain), UE (unbalance), or LE (motor) error codes — see our LG washer error code guide
Dryer heating slowly or showing D80/D90 airflow codes (often a vent restriction)
Dishwasher not draining or leaving dishes wet
Oven not reaching temperature or uneven baking

LG Error Codes — Quick Reference

Your LG appliance shows a code so you don't have to guess. Here are the codes we're called about most in Orange County — what they mean and what's safe to try before you call. As a factory authorized LG servicer, we diagnose from LG's official error-code documentation, including the service-level codes that aren't published for consumers.

LG Refrigerator Error Codes

Code	What it means	What to do
FF / ER FF	Freezer (evaporator) fan error — often ice built up around the fan	Unplug 2 min & restart; if it returns, call us — usually a defrost problem
rF / ER rF	Refrigerator fan error	Same reset; recurring code needs service
IF / ER IF	Ice maker fan error	Check for frost in the ice room; call if it repeats
dS / dH	Defrost sensor / defrost heater error	Professional repair — the defrost system needs testing
CF	Condenser fan motor error	Call us — the fridge will overheat and stop cooling
CO / ER CO	Communication error between control boards	Unplug 2 min; if it returns, a board or harness needs service
gF	Water flow sensor error (dispenser/ice maker fill)	Check the water line isn't kinked; then call
it / ER it	Ice maker error	Professional diagnosis
22	Compressor relay error	Call us — related to the compressor circuit
67	Door not fully closed / obstruction	Check for packages blocking the door and clean the gasket

LG Washer Error Codes

Code	What it means	What to do
OE	Not draining	Clean the drain pump filter; check the drain hose for kinks
UE / uE	Load out of balance	Redistribute the laundry; level the machine's feet
IE	No water coming in	Open both water valves fully; check inlet screens
dE	Door not locking	Reclose the door firmly; recurring = latch or lock assembly
LE	Motor error	Unplug 10 min; if it returns, call us
FE	Overfilling	Turn off water and call — usually the inlet valve or sensor

Full explanations, causes and step-by-step checks: our complete LG washer error-code guide.

LG Dryer Error Codes

Code	What it means	What to do
d80 / d90 / d95	Exhaust duct 80–95% blocked — the #1 LG dryer code in OC homes	Clean the lint filter; the vent duct usually needs professional cleaning
tE1 / tE2	Temperature sensor (thermistor) error	Professional repair
PS	Power source error (electric dryers, 240V wiring)	Check the breaker; if it returns, the outlet/cord needs checking
nP	No power to the heater circuit	Check the breaker pair; then call
PF	Power failure interrupted the cycle	Just restart — only a concern if it repeats

LG Dishwasher Error Codes

Code	What it means	What to do
IE	Not filling with water	Open the water valve under the sink fully
OE	Not draining	Clean the filter assembly; check the drain hose & air gap
AE / E1	Leak detected in the base pan	Turn off the water and call us — don't run it again
FE	Overfill error	Turn off the water; usually the inlet valve
HE	Heater error — water not heating	Professional repair
LE / bE	Wash motor error	Professional repair
CL	Child lock is on (not a fault)	Hold the child-lock button ~3 seconds to release

LG Range & Oven Error Codes

Code	What it means	What to do
F3	A control-panel key is stuck or shorted	Clean around the keys; if it stays, the touch panel needs service
F4	Oven temperature sensor shorted	Professional repair — the sensor is inexpensive to replace
F9	Oven failed to reach temperature (igniter/heating fault)	Call us — on gas ovens this is usually the igniter
F11	Communication error between boards	Power-cycle at the breaker; recurring code needs service

Note: exact code lists vary by model and year — the same letters can mean different things on different LG appliances. If your code isn't here, or it keeps coming back after a reset, call (310) 600-8152 and read us the code from the display: we'll tell you over the phone whether it's worth a visit. 🎟️ Mention website code OMEGA25 for $25 off your repair.

Why Authorized Service Protects You

An unauthorized repair on an LG appliance that's still under warranty can void that warranty. Authorized service keeps your coverage intact, uses genuine LG parts with proper part-level warranty, and follows LG's diagnostic procedures — which matters on electronics-heavy appliances where guesswork gets expensive. Our own warranty guide explains what's covered after a repair.

Service Area

Factory authorized LG repair in Irvine, Newport Beach, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Tustin, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, and throughout Orange County. Same-day appointments are usually available.