GE owners in Makawao usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Makawao list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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GE Washer Repair Near Makawao
Within 60 miles of Makawao there are 5 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Makawao, and the rest are spread across Lahaina (2), Kahului (1), and Wailuku (1). No company within 90 miles of Makawao mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC, about 2.8 miles away. The 3 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Makawao is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Makawao. 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 | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 10.4, 11.6 |
The leading options for Makawao are Sears Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (2.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (11.6 miles away, based in Wailuku).
GE Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a GE Washer Technician Deals With
The drain hose should use the included anti-siphon clip and must not be pushed too deep into the standpipe or taped in place, which can siphon water out of the washer. Source: GE Appliances - Front Load Washer - Troubleshooting
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- Washer off balance or shaking. Remove some items from an overfilled basket or spread bunched items evenly, then make sure the washer is level. Source: GE Appliances - Frequently Asked Questions About GE Washers
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 |
| UE | The load is unbalanced; spread the laundry evenly and make sure the washer is level. Source: GE Appliances - Washer - Consumer Help Indicator |
| Po (or flashing Rinse light) | The washer is draining slowly, usually from a clog or a pinched drain hose. Source: GE Appliances - Top Load Washer - Will Not Drain |
Signs Your GE Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for GE Washers
- 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
- 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.
GE Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a GE washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Makawao
Most washer calls in Makawao 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Questions to Ask a Makawao Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Makawao, HI
Is this GE customer service?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my GE washer show an error code?
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GE Washer Repair Near Makawao
Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a GE repair.