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. The Salem list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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, Salem MA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Salem. 2 list an address in Salem, and other nearby bases include Peabody (5), Lynn (5), and Revere (5). None of the repair companies near Salem name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Adesso Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention GE | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.6, 1.3 |
At the top of the Salem list: Master of Appliances Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 288 reviews); Fasteny Appliance Repair LLC (8.0 miles away, based in Revere, 4.9 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Salem (3.4 miles away, based in Beverly, 4.6 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iPlushop Appliance Sales, Repair & Home Service (4.1 miles away, based in Peabody, 5.0 stars from 75 reviews).
GE sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Know Your GE Washer
How GE Washers Are Built
Too much or non-HE detergent can cause oversudsing that slows the final spin and triggers a suds lock. Source: GE Appliances - Frequently Asked Questions About GE Washers
What GE Says to Check First
- Washer smells. Leave the lid up between uses so the inside can dry, since closing it too soon can cause a mildew odor. Source: GE Appliances - Frequently Asked Questions About GE Washers
- 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
What GE Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CAnCELEd | The cycle was paused for more than a day or was stopped by certain errors. Source: GE Appliances - Washer - Consumer Help Indicator |
| dE / E2 | The lid was opened during the cycle; close it and press Start to resume. 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 |
When to Call for GE Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
- 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.
Budgeting for a GE Washer Repair
Most GE washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- 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)
What Salem Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Salem 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Salem
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Washer Repair FAQs: Salem, MA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why is my washer leaking?
Is my GE washer worth repairing?
Other Washer Repair in Salem
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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 Salem technician bring the right parts.