Washing Machine Repair Palm Beach, Gold Coast: LG Fix

Sopping Wet Clothes? Why Your LG Washer Stopped Spinning (A Palm Beach Repair)

There’s nothing more frustrating than opening your washing machine at the end of a cycle, expecting clean, damp clothes, only to find a sopping wet, sudsy mess.

A washing machine that washes but refuses to rinse or spin properly is a common headache. This exact scenario recently played out for a homeowner in Palm Beach, Gold Coast. Their reliable LG washing machine suddenly stopped completing its most important jobs, leaving them with a pile of unusable laundry and a growing problem.

They called the trusted appliance team at Fallon Solutions, and our technician was able to get their machine back up and running perfectly. Here’s a look at what went wrong and how we fixed it.

The Problem: “My Washing Machine Stopped Spinning!”

When our washing machine technician arrived, the customer explained the issue. The LG front-loader would fill with water and appear to wash, but when it came time for the rinse and final spin cycles, it just… stopped.

The machine would sit there, full of water, refusing to drain or spin. This left the clothes saturated, heavy, and still full of detergent. This isn’t just an inconvenience; it means you have a washing machine not washing clothes properly.

This is a classic sign of a “confused” machine. When your washer won’t spin, it’s often a symptom of a deeper issue. You might also notice:

• The cycle timer gets stuck and never counts down.
• Water remains in the drum long after the cycle should have finished.
• You hear a “click” as the machine tries to start the spin, but nothing happens.
• Error codes may flash on the digital display.

For our Palm Beach customer, the machine was unusable. They needed a professional LG washing machine repair to diagnose why their machine was failing to complete its cycle.

The Solution: Diagnosing a Faulty Pressure Switch

Our experienced technician began with a diagnostic inspection. The symptoms (filling and washing, but failing to drain and spin) pointed towards a communication breakdown between the machine’s sensors and its main computer.

As noted in the job write-up, our technician “traced fault to the pressure switch.”

So, what is a pressure switch?

Think of the pressure switch as your washing machine’s “water level sensor.” It’s a small but absolutely critical component. It uses air pressure from a tube connected to the drum to tell the machine’s computer exactly how much water is inside.

• It tells the machine: “Okay, the tub is full, you can start washing now.”
• Crucially, it also tells the machine: “Okay, the tub is now empty, it is safe to start the high-speed spin cycle.”

This last part is why the machine had stopped spinning. The pressure switch had failed and was incorrectly telling the machine’s computer that it was still full of water, even when it was empty. As a built-in safety feature, a washing machine will never start its high-speed spin if it thinks it’s full of water—doing so would cause a flood and destroy the machine’s bearings.

The machine was “stuck,” waiting for an “all-clear” signal from a sensor that couldn’t give it.

The solution was precise. Our technician carefully replaced the faulty switch with a new, high-quality component compatible with the LG model.

To complete the service and ensure the new part was working perfectly, our technician “run it on tub clean.” This comprehensive test cycle calibrates the new sensor, confirms the machine drains and spins correctly, and provides the added benefit of a hygienic clean for the customer. We confirmed the machine “test okay,” and it was back in perfect working order.

The Benefits for the Homeowner

The most immediate benefit was, of course, a working washing machine! But the value of this professional washing machine repair goes much deeper:

• Properly Clean Clothes: The machine can now complete its full rinse and spin cycle, meaning clothes come out clean, free of detergent, and ready for the dryer.
• Peace of Mind: The customer can put a load of laundry on and walk away, confident that it will finish without any issues.
• Prevented a Bigger Repair: By fixing the faulty sensor, we prevented a chain reaction. A machine constantly “stuck” can put a severe strain on the drain pump and motor, leading to a much more expensive breakdown.
• Extended Appliance Life: This expert repair saved the customer from the significant cost and hassle of purchasing a brand-new washing machine, adding many more years to the life of their LG.

Why Choose Fallon Solutions for Your Gold Coast Repairs?

When an appliance breaks down, you need a local, reliable team that can fix the problem fast. When you search for a “washing machine technician near me” on the Gold Coast, you want Fallon Solutions.

• We Are Local: Our technicians are based across the Gold Coast, so we’re always nearby. When you need washing machine repair in Palm Beach, you’re calling a local expert who can be there promptly.
• Over 50 Years of Experience: We’ve been serving Queenslanders for decades. Our technicians are licensed, insured, and trained to handle all major brands, including LG washing machine repair.
• Your One-Call Solution: Fallon Solutions is your single point of contact for all your home maintenance needs. Our team includes licensed electricians, plumbers, air conditioning technicians, and appliance repair experts.
• We Guarantee Our Work: We stand by the quality of our workmanship and the parts we use, giving you complete peace of mind.

For more information on our appliance repair services, visit our appliance repair trade area.

Don’t Put Up With a Soaking Wet Load

A washing machine that won’t spin is more than an annoyance; it’s a sign that your appliance needs professional help. As this Palm Beach job shows, the solution is often a straightforward fix for a trained technician.

If your washing machine is leaving clothes soaking wet, getting stuck mid-cycle, or showing an error code, don’t wait for it to get worse. Contact the appliance repair experts at Fallon Solutions today for a professional washing machine repair! Call us on 1300 054 488 or complete our online booking enquiry here.