A GE dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by GE. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact GE directly.
Who Works on GE Dishwashers Near Fairfax
40 repair companies serve Fairfax from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include San Rafael (10), Richmond (7), and Novato (5). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is Jim's Repair Service, about 2.0 miles away. None of the repair companies near Fairfax name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.6, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
Closest matches for Fairfax: Top repair llc (15.7 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Solution Appliances (15.6 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UniFix Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
How GE Dishwashers Are Built
Many models use removable fine and ultra fine filters at the bottom of the tub that the owner must take out and rinse, and some water sitting in the sump is normal on ultra fine filter models. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Does Not Drain
GE Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher not cleaning. GE starts with installation: confirm the unit is on the hot water line, is level, and has a drain hose no higher than 72 inches, then clean filters and clear wash arm jets. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Poor Wash Performance
- Dishwasher not draining. GE says to clean the fine and ultra fine filters and clear the sump first, then check for a disposer drain plug, a kinked drain hose, and a missing high loop or clogged air gap. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Does Not Drain
When to Call for GE Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a GE Dishwasher Running
- Run an empty hot cycle with a dishwasher cleaner to remove grease and lime scale from filters, spray arms and internal piping. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
- Run hot water at the kitchen sink before starting a cycle so the dishwasher fills with the hottest water, which should be at least 120 degrees F. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Poor Wash Performance
Brand guides: GE Dishwasher Not Draining: What to Check.
What GE Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
What to Have Ready for a GE Dishwasher Call
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Fairfax
Most dishwasher calls in Fairfax come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Fairfax
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fairfax, CA
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GE Dishwasher Repair Near Fairfax
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your GE dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.