If your GE dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Lakeside list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on GE Dishwashers Near Lakeside
40 repair companies serve Lakeside from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Richmond (27), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Nearest on the list: J. Dan Clay Appliance Service, around 1.5 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Lakeside names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakeside. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention GE | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.6, 1.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
At the top of the Lakeside list: Sears Appliance Repair (71.5 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (2.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); East Coast Appliance (10.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.7 stars from 1,751 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your GE Dishwasher
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
What GE Says to Check First
- 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 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
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
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
- 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.
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:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- 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
Dishwasher Notes for Lakeside, VA
Most dishwasher calls in Lakeside 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 Lakeside
- How often do you repair GE dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
GE Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lakeside, VA
Why are my dishes still wet?
Do you work for GE?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Related Repair Pages for Lakeside
GE Dishwasher Repair Near Lakeside
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.