GE owners in Oxon Hill usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Oxon Hill, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent GE Washer Technicians, Oxon Hill MD
Within 30 miles of Oxon Hill there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (13), Arlington (9), and Washington (5). Distances run up to about 8 miles. No company within 30 miles of Oxon Hill names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Butler's Appliances, around 1.8 miles out. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oxon Hill. 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 | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention GE | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 2.8, 3.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
First up for Oxon Hill: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (8.4 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (6.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 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.
GE Washer Lines and Features
What a GE Washer Technician Deals With
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
GE Washer Symptoms and First Checks
- Washer not spinning. Allow for pauses between cycle steps, confirm power and that the lid is fully closed, and redistribute the load if the Spin light flashes or the display reads balancing. Source: GE Appliances - Top Load Washer - Does Not Spin
- 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
Reading a GE Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| UE | The load is unbalanced; spread the laundry evenly and make sure the washer is level. 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 |
GE Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Oxon Hill
Care GE Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Brand guides: GE Washer Not Draining or Spinning: What to Check.
GE Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A GE washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Oxon Hill
Most washer calls in Oxon Hill 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Oxon Hill Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
GE Washer Repair FAQs: Oxon Hill, MD
Why does my GE washer show an error code?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Which Oxon Hill technicians work on GE?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your GE washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.