A GE washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Washers Near Lakewood
Within 30 miles of Lakewood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Lakewood, and other nearby bases include Long Beach (15), Hawaiian Gardens (4), and Cerritos (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Local Appliance Repair Service in Lakewood, around 0.6 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Lakewood names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.9, 2.0 |
Closest matches for Lakewood: ABS Thermador & GE Monogram Appliance Repair (32.8 miles away, based in Laguna Beach, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradise Appliance Service (4.9 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews); SP Appliance (3.1 miles away, based in Hawaiian Gardens, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your GE Washer
What Makes GE Washer Repairs Different
Most front load models have a drain pump filter reachable at the bottom front of the cabinet, while models without front access need a technician to reach it. Source: GE Appliances - Front Load Washer - Troubleshooting
Common GE Washer Problems
- Washer leaking. Clean the underside and folds of the door gasket, make sure the detergent drawer is closed and not clogged, use less HE detergent, and inspect the fill and drain hoses. Source: GE Appliances - Front Load Washer - Leaking Water
- Front load washer not draining. Check the drain hose for kinks and correct standpipe placement, clean the pump filter at the bottom front, and rebalance the load. Source: GE Appliances - Front Load Washer - Troubleshooting
GE Washer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LId | The cycle stopped because the lid is open, or the lid was not opened between several cycles. Source: GE Appliances - Top Load Washer - Display and Status / Feature Lights |
| CAnCELEd | The cycle was paused for more than a day or was stopped by certain errors. Source: GE Appliances - Washer - Consumer Help Indicator |
| FE | Water has reached a critical level; shut off water and power and call for service. Source: GE Appliances - Washer - Consumer Help Indicator |
When to Call for GE Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lakewood
Keeping a GE Washer Running
- Wipe the front load door gasket, including its folds and edge, after each wash to remove soil and soap residue. Source: GE Appliances - Front Load Washer - Leaking Water
- To clean a top load tub, fill it with hot water at the highest level, add a cup of chlorine bleach, and run a regular wash cycle. Source: GE Appliances - Frequently Asked Questions About GE Washers
Brand guides: GE Washer Not Draining or Spinning: What to Check.
What GE Washer Repairs Cost
Most GE washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Around Lakewood
Most washer calls in Lakewood come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Lakewood
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair GE washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
GE Washer Repair FAQs: Lakewood, CA
Should I repair or replace my GE washer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why is my washer leaking?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Write down any error code your GE washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Lakewood technician bring the right parts.