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 Birmingham, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by GE. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact GE directly.
Who Works on GE Dishwashers Near Birmingham
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Birmingham. The rest are spread across Detroit (8), Madison Heights (4), and Royal Oak (3). Nearest on the list: Guardian Appliance Repair Team, around 3.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near Birmingham name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.1 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Mention GE | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 4.3, 4.4 |
The leading options for Birmingham are Conner's Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Madison Heights, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Deals Depot (7.2 miles away, based in Detroit, 4.9 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Berkley Appliance (5.7 miles away, based in Royal Oak, 4.5 stars from 197 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
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 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
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Birmingham 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 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.
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:
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Birmingham
Most dishwasher calls in Birmingham 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.
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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Birmingham
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Birmingham, MI
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is my GE dishwasher worth repairing?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Birmingham
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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.