GE owners in Makawao usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Makawao list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE dishwashers and other brands.
GE Dishwasher Repair Near Makawao
We found 5 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Makawao. 1 list an address in Makawao, and the rest are spread across Lahaina (2), Kahului (1), and Wailuku (1). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. None of the repair companies near Makawao name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC, about 2.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 3 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Makawao is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Makawao. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 10.4, 11.6 |
Closest matches for Makawao: Malama Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (2.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (11.6 miles away, based in Wailuku).
GE Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a GE Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
Common GE Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher odor. GE says to scrub the filter, run an empty hot cycle with a cleaner, and confirm the drain hose has a high loop or air gap to stop sink water from siphoning back. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
- Dishwasher not starting. GE says to check the wall switch and breaker, latch the door fully, turn off Control Lock, and on top-control models close the door within a few seconds of pressing Start. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
When to Call for GE Dishwasher Repair
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care GE Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: GE Dishwasher Not Draining: What to Check.
GE Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A GE dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Makawao
Most dishwasher calls in Makawao 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Makawao
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Makawao, HI
Is my GE dishwasher worth repairing?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is this GE customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows GE dishwashers?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a GE repair.