Independent, on-site repairs for LG fridges, direct-drive washing machines and LG Dual Inverter split-unit aircon systems — fast diagnostics, honest quotes, wherever you are in Gauteng.
LG's linear inverter compressor fridges and direct-drive washing machines are common across Gauteng homes, and LG is also one of the biggest names in residential split-unit aircon here (Dual Inverter / DualCool). Once a unit is out of warranty, we work as a faster independent alternative to the manufacturer channel — same-day diagnostics, technicians who come to your door, and parts sourced to keep older LG units running.
We repair LG's full fridge range — French-door, side-by-side and top-mount — including linear compressor replacement, ice-maker repair, PCB (main control board) faults, and door seal replacement.
Almost every LG fridge sold in South Africa over the last decade uses a linear inverter compressor instead of the older reciprocating (piston-and-crankshaft) design most other brands still use. Instead of a motor spinning a crankshaft that converts rotary motion into a piston stroke, LG's linear compressor uses a magnetic linear motor to drive the piston back and forth directly — no crankshaft, no rotary-to-linear conversion, and fewer moving parts overall.
In practice that means three things for the fridge in your kitchen:
Because a genuine compressor failure and an inverter board fault present almost identically (fridge warm, compressor silent or humming without starting), we test the board and the compressor separately on-site rather than quoting a compressor replacement by default — a board repair is a fraction of the cost. If your fridge is still within LG's compressor warranty period, check your proof of purchase and warranty card first, as that can cover the part even once the general appliance warranty has lapsed; we'll tell you honestly if that applies before you pay for a repair.
See our multi-brand fridge repair Midrand page for suburb-specific detail on the faults we see most often there.
We also handle drum bearing replacement (a knocking or grinding sound on spin), door seal (boot gasket) tears, and drainage blockages on LG front-loaders and top-loaders.
New LG Dual Inverter split units installed with correct pipe sizing and insulation, secure bracket mounting, electrical connection through an isolator, and a full gas charge and pressure test before handover.
We also provide insurance-compliant surge damage reports for LG aircon units affected by power surges or lightning.
No — we're an independent repair company, not part of LG's official service network. If your appliance is still under warranty, using LG's authorised service keeps that warranty intact, and we'll always tell you if that's the better option.
UE means an unbalanced load was detected during the spin cycle. Occasional UE with a single heavy item like a duvet is normal. If it happens on ordinary mixed loads, it usually points to worn suspension springs or shock absorbers rather than a washing problem, and we check that on-site.
We carry common replacement parts and can usually source LG-specific components within a short turnaround if a part isn't on hand — we'll confirm cost and timing at the diagnostic visit.
It's a compressor design that uses a magnetic linear motor to drive the piston directly, instead of a motor spinning a crankshaft like older reciprocating compressors. That means fewer moving parts, variable speed instead of simple on/off cycling, and quieter, more energy-efficient running. It's why an LG fridge often sounds like it's constantly humming at low volume rather than switching on and off — that's normal.
The compressor itself is fairly robust, but the inverter board that drives it is sensitive to voltage spikes, which can happen when power is restored after load shedding. A damaged inverter board looks identical to a dead compressor from the outside — fridge warm, compressor silent or humming without starting — so we test the board and the compressor separately rather than assuming a full compressor replacement is needed. We also issue insurance-compliant surge damage reports for claims.
Both. We install new LG Dual Inverter split units (piping, bracket mounting, electrical connection), and we service, re-gas and repair units already installed.
Yes, LG appliances display detailed digital fault codes which our technicians use to speed up diagnosis before opening the unit.
A flat R350 diagnostic call-out fee applies across Gauteng, covering travel, testing, and a written repair quote.
Standard R350 Diagnostic Call-Out Fee applies.