A GE dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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, Franklin NC
Within 60 miles of Franklin there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Franklin itself, and the rest are spread across Seneca (4), Waynesville (3), and Brevard (3). None of the repair companies near Franklin name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.4 miles out. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Franklin is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention GE | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 3.1, 4.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Franklin list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Deal's Appliance Service Inc. (25.9 miles away, based in Wiley, 4.8 stars from 99 reviews); Dave's Appliance Services (3.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 14 reviews); Discounted Appliance Warehouse Mattress & Service (43.8 miles away, based in Pickens, 4.9 stars from 1,447 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dishwasher Lines and Features
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
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
GE Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- Dishwasher not drying. GE says rinse aid matters most and to choose a heated or Dry Boost option instead of air dry, noting that some drops on plastics are normal. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
- 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
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
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Franklin Dishwasher Call
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
- 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
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:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Local Notes for Franklin
Most dishwasher calls in Franklin 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Franklin
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair GE dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Franklin, NC
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is my GE dishwasher worth repairing?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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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.