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 Annandale, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Annandale
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Annandale. 3 list an address in Annandale, and the rest are spread across Falls Church (14), Alexandria (12), and Springfield (7). No company within 30 miles of Annandale names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Premier Annandale Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.9 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 0.5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
First up for Annandale: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (9.5 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Virginia Appliance Repair LLC (3.9 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.8 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clean appliances repair (4.1 miles away, based in Falls Church, 5.0 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AVS Heating and Air Conditioning Falls Church ( AC, Furnace and Appliance Repair) (3.8 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.8 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your GE Dishwasher
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
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
What GE Says to Check First
- Dishwasher leaking. GE says to use only automatic dishwasher detergent, inspect and clean the door gasket, make sure the lower wash arm spins freely, and confirm the unit is level. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
- 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
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
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Annandale
Owner Care for GE Dishwashers
- 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
- 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.
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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- 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
Dishwasher Notes for Annandale, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Annandale 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Annandale
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair GE dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Annandale, VA
Do you work for GE?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Is my GE dishwasher worth repairing?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your GE dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Annandale technician bring the right parts.