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 Broadway list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Independent GE Washer Technicians, Broadway VA
We found 34 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Broadway. The rest are spread across Charlottesville (4), Staunton (3), and Fishersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Broadway mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Matt's Appliance Service Inc, about 1.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 29 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Broadway is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Broadway. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 11.7, 16.5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 34 |
First up for Broadway: Sears Appliance Repair (40.7 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.3 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.3 stars from 364 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.0 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.1 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 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 Technicians Work On
How GE Washers Are Built
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
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
Common GE Washer Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a GE Washer Error Code
| 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 left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Gets Fixed on a Broadway Washer Call
Keeping a GE Washer Running
- On models with UltraFresh Vent, run the vent cycle at the end of each day you do laundry. Source: GE Appliances - Front Load Washer - UltraFresh Vent System with OdorBlock
- 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
A GE washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Local Notes for Broadway
Most washer calls in Broadway 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Broadway
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Washer Repair FAQs: Broadway, VA
Do you work for GE?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my GE washer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows GE washers?
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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.