If your GE dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Ann Arbor list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE dishwashers and other brands.
Independent GE Dishwasher Technicians, Ann Arbor MI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Ann Arbor. 5 of them are based in Ann Arbor itself, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Brighton (3), and Romulus (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 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. Anytime Ann Arbor Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Ann Arbor. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ann Arbor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.0, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Ann Arbor list: Sears Appliance Repair (67.8 miles away, based in Coldwater, 4.1 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,578 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Service Network (14.0 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 3,174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (3.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 348 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your GE Dishwasher
What Makes GE Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
GE Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 draining. GE says to clean the fine and ultra fine filters and clear the sump first, then check for a disposer drain plug, a kinked drain hose, and a missing high loop or clogged air gap. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Does Not Drain
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
GE Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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 an empty hot cycle with a dishwasher cleaner to remove grease and lime scale from filters, spray arms and internal piping. 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 replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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
- How old the dishwasher is
- 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)
Local Notes for Ann Arbor
City of Ann Arbor Water Treatment Services, which supplies Ann Arbor, reports hardness of hard; total hardness averaged about 130 mg/L (about 7.6 grains per gallon), ranging roughly 96-170 mg/L, in the city's 2019 water quality report. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: 2019 Water Quality Report - City of Ann Arbor
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Ann Arbor
- How often do you repair GE dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Ann Arbor, MI
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Which Ann Arbor technicians work on GE?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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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.