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. Below are independent repair companies serving Galax, 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.
GE Dishwasher Repair Near Galax
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Galax. 1 of them are based in Galax itself, and the rest are spread across Winston-Salem (9), Princeton (3), and Christiansburg (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: Burris Refrigeration & Appliances, around 2.0 miles out. No company within 60 miles of Galax names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Galax 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 41 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 16.7, 20.4 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
At the top of the Galax list: Sears Appliance Repair (89.0 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GE Appliance Services (68.2 miles away, based in Roanoke, 1.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Residential Appliance Services (16.7 miles away, based in Mt Airy, 3.9 stars from 36 reviews); Dugspur Appliance Repair Experts (20.4 miles away, based in Dugspur, 4.2 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dishwasher Lines and Features
How GE Dishwashers Are Built
Active Flood Protect on GE Profile models detects water leaks and helps prevent overflows. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile Dishwashers
Common GE Dishwasher Problems
- 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 not cleaning. GE starts with installation: confirm the unit is on the hot water line, is level, and has a drain hose no higher than 72 inches, then clean filters and clear wash arm jets. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Poor Wash Performance
Signs Your GE Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Galax Dishwasher Call
Care GE Recommends for Its 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.
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 replacement: $200–$500 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?
- 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
What Galax Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Galax 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.
Questions to Ask a Galax Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Galax, VA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Do you work for GE?
Is my GE dishwasher worth repairing?
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GE Dishwasher Repair Near Galax
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.