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 Travilah, 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 Travilah
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Travilah. Other nearby bases include Gaithersburg (11), Rockville (11), and Bethesda (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: Elite Potomac Appliance Repair, around 3.3 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention GE by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 32 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 4.4, 4.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
The leading options for Travilah are District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (15.5 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (5.6 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Easy Go Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your GE Dishwasher
How GE Dishwashers Are Built
The UltraFresh System empties the water sump after the cycle and uses a fan to pull fresh air through the tub to limit odor. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile Dishwashers
Common GE Dishwasher Problems
- 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 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
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
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Travilah Dishwasher Call
Care GE Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a GE dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Travilah
Most dishwasher calls in Travilah 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.
Before You Book in Travilah
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Travilah, MD
How do I find a technician who knows GE dishwashers?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Do you work for GE?
More Dishwasher Repair in Travilah, MD
GE Dishwasher Repair in Nearby Cities
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.