If your GE dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Bethesda list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on GE Dishwashers Near Bethesda
Within 30 miles of Bethesda there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 13 list an address in Bethesda, and other nearby bases include Washington (6), Kensington (4), and Rockville (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. ABV Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Bethesda. No company within 30 miles of Bethesda names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bethesda. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Bethesda: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (7.4 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Easy Go Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 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
Active Flood Protect on GE Profile models detects water leaks and helps prevent overflows. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile Dishwashers
Common GE Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher not filling. GE says to confirm the hot water valve under the sink is fully open and the supply line is not kinked, then check that the flood float moves freely. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
- Dishwasher not drying. GE says rinse aid matters most and to choose a heated or Dry Boost option instead of air dry, noting that some drops on plastics are normal. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
Connected GE Profile dishwashers send SmartHQ app alerts when something keeps a load from washing well, along with cycle status and remote control lock. Source: GE Appliances - Connected Dishwashers
When to Call for GE Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Bethesda
Keeping a GE Dishwasher Running
- 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
- Clear blocked wash arm jets with a small object such as a paper clip or tweezers, taking care not to damage them. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Poor Wash Performance
Brand guides: GE Dishwasher Not Draining: What to Check.
GE Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most GE dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Dishwasher Call
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Bethesda
Most dishwasher calls in Bethesda 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Bethesda
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair GE dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bethesda, MD
What should I do about a GE error code?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Related Repair Pages for Bethesda
More GE Dishwasher Repair Pages Nearby
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your GE dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Bethesda technician bring the right parts.