GE owners in College Park usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on GE Dishwashers Near College Park
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of College Park. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (10), Washington (10), and Hyattsville (4). No company within 30 miles of College Park names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts, Installation is the nearest, roughly 2.3 miles from College Park. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
Closest matches for College Park: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (8.8 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Miracle Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); L and Sons Appliance Repairs LLC (6.8 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews).
Know Your GE Dishwasher
What a GE Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
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 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
- 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
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
Signs Your GE Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for GE Dishwashers
- Keep liquid rinse aid in the dispenser, which GE calls the most important factor for getting dishes dry. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
- On models with removable fine and ultra fine filters, take them out and clean them about once a month. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Poor Wash Performance
Brand guides: GE Dishwasher Not Draining: What to Check.
What GE Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Most GE dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for College Park
Most dishwasher calls in College Park 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 College Park
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: College Park, MD
Is my GE dishwasher worth repairing?
Do you work for GE?
Why are my dishes still wet?
What should I do about a GE error code?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your GE dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a College Park technician bring the right parts.