If your GE dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Silver Lake 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.
Who Works on GE Dishwashers Near Silver Lake
Within 30 miles of Silver Lake there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Wilmington (11), Navassa (1), and Rocky Point (1). The closest is A & D Appliance Repair, about 3.0 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Silver Lake mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 13 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 4.0, 4.4 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
At the top of the Silver Lake list: Island Appliance Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Navassa, 4.8 stars from 647 reviews); A & D Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.8 stars from 140 reviews); Jamerson Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Southport, 4.9 stars from 830 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Wilmington NC (10.5 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.8 stars from 1,215 reviews).
GE Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
How GE Dishwashers Are Built
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 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
- 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
GE Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Silver Lake
Keeping a GE Dishwasher Running
- 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
Most GE dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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
- 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
Dishwasher Notes for Silver Lake, NC
Most dishwasher calls in Silver Lake 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Silver Lake
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair GE dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Silver Lake, NC
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is this GE customer service?
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.