Most GE dishwasher repairs in Houma involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Houma, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on GE Dishwashers Near Houma
40 repair companies serve Houma from within 60 miles. 4 list an address in Houma, and other nearby bases include Metairie (6), Harahan (4), and Kenner (4). Distances run up to about 43 miles. None of the repair companies near Houma name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Mike's appliances, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 36 businesses. Houma is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.2, 4.8 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Houma are Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, 4.4 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rod's Appliances (1.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 63 reviews); Precision Appliances LLC (16.8 miles away, based in Thibodaux, 4.7 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Professional Appliance Repair (40.6 miles away, based in Harahan, 4.8 stars from 150 reviews).
Know Your GE Dishwasher
How GE Dishwashers Are Built
The drain hose must have a high loop fastened under the counter at the height in the installation instructions unless an air gap is installed, and the drain hose should not run more than 72 inches high. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Does Not Drain
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- Dishwasher leaking. GE says to use only automatic dishwasher detergent, inspect and clean the door gasket, make sure the lower wash arm spins freely, and confirm the unit is level. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
Signs Your GE Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Houma
Keeping a GE Dishwasher Running
- Keep liquid rinse aid in the dispenser, which GE calls the most important factor for getting dishes dry. 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.
Budgeting for a GE Dishwasher Repair
Most GE dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
What Houma Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Houma 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Houma
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Houma, LA
How do I find a technician who knows GE dishwashers?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my GE dishwasher show an error code?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
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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.