If your GE washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving South Pasadena, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE washers and other brands.
Independent GE Washer Technicians, South Pasadena CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of South Pasadena. 4 of them are based in South Pasadena itself, and the rest are spread across Pasadena (18), Alhambra (4), and Glendale (4). Nearest on the list: Reliable Appliance Fix And Repair, around 0.4 miles out. No company within 30 miles of South Pasadena names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Pasadena. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention GE | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 0.5 |
The leading options for South Pasadena are ABS Thermador & GE Monogram Appliance Repair (48.7 miles away, based in Laguna Beach, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RepairBest Appliance Services (1.2 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (2.3 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LG Washer, Dryer & Refrigerator Appliance Repair Group (2.9 miles away, based in Alhambra, 5.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which GE washer you have before you call. GE makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your GE Washer
What a GE Washer Technician Deals With
On electronic top load models the lid locks automatically during parts of the cycle and stays locked until the basket has coasted to a full stop. Source: GE Appliances - Top Load Washer - Display and Status / Feature Lights
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
What GE Says to Check First
- Washer not draining. Wait out normal pauses between cycle steps, then look for a kinked or clogged drain hose, a drain set too high, or a clog shown by a Po code or flashing Rinse light. Source: GE Appliances - Top Load Washer - Will Not Drain
- 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 |
|---|---|
| H2O SUPPLY / IE | Water is not reaching the washer; check the house supply and that both valves are open. 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 |
| UE | The load is unbalanced; spread the laundry evenly and make sure the washer is level. Source: GE Appliances - Washer - Consumer Help Indicator |
When to Call for GE Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in South Pasadena
Care GE Recommends for Its Washers
- Clean the detergent dispenser trays and housing at least once a month to clear product buildup. Source: GE Appliances - Front Load Washer - Leaking Water
- Leave a top load lid up when the washer is not in use so the inside can dry out. 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
Price the repair before replacing a GE washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What to Have Ready for a GE Washer Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around South Pasadena
Most washer calls in South Pasadena 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).
Questions to Ask a South Pasadena Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
GE Washer Repair FAQs: South Pasadena, CA
How do I find a technician who knows GE washers?
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my GE washer show an error code?
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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 South Pasadena technician bring the right parts.