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 Kent, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent GE Dishwasher Technicians, Kent OH
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kent. Other nearby bases include Akron (6), Canton (5), and Ravenna (2). 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. The closest is Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc., about 4.2 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.6 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.2, 6.0, 6.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 32 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
First up for Kent: Sears Appliance Repair (66.4 miles away, based in Coshocton, 4.5 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sam's Appliance Repair (21.8 miles away, based in Alliance, 4.9 stars from 1,515 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (4.2 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Grove Appliance Furniture & Mattress, Alliance (21.8 miles away, based in Alliance, 4.9 stars from 1,823 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your GE Dishwasher
How GE Dishwashers Are Built
Twin Turbo Dry Boost uses a dual-wattage heater and two fans to dry plastics and other hard-to-dry items. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile Dishwashers
Active Flood Protect on GE Profile models detects water leaks and helps prevent overflows. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile Dishwashers
GE Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Dishwasher odor. GE says to scrub the filter, run an empty hot cycle with a cleaner, and confirm the drain hose has a high loop or air gap to stop sink water from siphoning back. 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
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care GE Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
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 repair: $100–$250 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Around Kent
Most dishwasher calls in Kent 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Kent
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Kent, OH
Do you work for GE?
Should I repair or replace my GE dishwasher?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Kent
GE Dishwasher Repair Near Kent
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.