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 Centreville list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
GE Washer Repair Near Centreville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Centreville. 6 of them are based in Centreville itself, and other nearby bases include Fairfax (9), Chantilly (8), and Manassas (8). Distances run up to about 8 miles. No company within 30 miles of Centreville names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Meridian Centreville Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Centreville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
|---|---|
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.8, 0.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
At the top of the Centreville list: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (21.8 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (6.9 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Liberty Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (3.4 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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.
GE Washer Lines and Features
What Makes GE Washer Repairs Different
Electronic models sense load size and type before and during fill, and they detect an out-of-balance load and try to redistribute it, which can keep the spin from reaching full speed. Source: GE Appliances - Top Load Washer - Display and Status / Feature Lights
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
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 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
What GE Washer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| dE / E2 | The lid was opened during the cycle; close it and press Start to resume. 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 |
| CAnCELEd | The cycle was paused for more than a day or was stopped by certain errors. Source: GE Appliances - Washer - Consumer Help Indicator |
Signs Your GE Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
- 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.
What GE Washer Repairs Cost
Most GE washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- 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 Centreville
Most washer calls in Centreville 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.
Before You Book in Centreville
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Centreville, VA
What should I do about a GE error code?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why is my washer leaking?
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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.