If your GE dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by GE. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact GE directly.
GE Dishwasher Repair Near Lakewood
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lakewood. 2 list an address in Lakewood, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (14), Federal Way (6), and Spanaway (4). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Lakewood Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Lakewood. 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 28 rated companies in range average 4.7 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 | 36 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.8, 1.4 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
At the top of the Lakewood list: Sears Appliance Repair (38.6 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GE Monogram Repair Kirkland (40.4 miles away, based in Kirkland, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UP Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in University Place, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews).
GE Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Signs Your GE Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Gets Fixed on a Lakewood Dishwasher Call
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
- Keep liquid rinse aid in the dispenser, which GE calls the most important factor for getting dishes dry. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher FAQs
Brand guides: GE Dishwasher Not Draining: What to Check.
What GE Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Local Notes for Lakewood
Most dishwasher calls in Lakewood 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Lakewood
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Lakewood, WA
Should I repair or replace my GE dishwasher?
Why are my dishes still wet?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
What should I do about a GE error code?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your GE dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Lakewood technician bring the right parts.