If your GE dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Hillcrest Heights, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on GE Dishwashers Near Hillcrest Heights
40 repair companies serve Hillcrest Heights from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Hillcrest Heights itself, and the rest are spread across Washington (20), Arlington (5), and Alexandria (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: Nifty Lifty Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. 1 lists GE specifically. The 33 rated companies in range average 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention GE | 1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.3, 2.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
At the top of the Hillcrest Heights list: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (5.9 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair LLC (2.3 miles away, based in Washington, 4.8 stars from 626 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dishwasher Lines and Features
What Makes GE Dishwasher Repairs Different
Active Flood Protect on GE Profile models detects water leaks and helps prevent overflows. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile Dishwashers
What GE Says to Check First
- Dishwasher noise. GE says humming and swishing are normal, but rattling or grinding can mean a hard object is caught in the pump and steady squealing can point to a worn pump motor. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
- 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
Signs Your GE Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- An error code on the display
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Hillcrest Heights
Care GE Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- Keep liquid rinse aid in the dispenser, which GE calls the most important factor for getting dishes dry. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
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 gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Hillcrest Heights
Most dishwasher calls in Hillcrest Heights 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.
Questions to Ask a Hillcrest Heights Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- 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: Hillcrest Heights, MD
Is this GE customer service?
Which Hillcrest Heights technicians work on GE?
Should I repair or replace my GE dishwasher?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Hillcrest Heights
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your GE dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Hillcrest Heights technician bring the right parts.