If your GE dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Novato, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest dryer 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 Dryer Technicians, Novato CA
40 repair companies serve Novato from within 30 miles. 5 list an address in Novato, and the rest are spread across San Rafael (10), Richmond (6), and Mill Valley (5). The closest is Novato Appliance Repair Co., about 0.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Novato mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Novato. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.1, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Novato: UniFix Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Marin County Appliance Repair by Hi-Tech (6.2 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixWell Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 100 reviews).
GE Dryer Lines and Features
What a GE Dryer Technician Deals With
GE allows only rigid or flexible metal vent duct and says plastic flexible duct is not acceptable because it collapses, cuts airflow and can collect water. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Things To Check For A Venting Issue
The GE Profile UltraFast Combo uses a two-stage filter system (a mesh lint filter plus a second mesh or foam filter) located between the display and the dispenser drawers. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer - Filter Cleaning
GE Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer will not run or start. GE's first check is that the dryer plug is pushed fully into the wall outlet. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Will Not Run or Start
- Dryer hot to the touch or sweating. GE says this usually means heat and humidity cannot escape, so clean the exhaust duct, clear the wall cap and confirm the elbow count suits the vent length. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Hot to the Touch or Sweats
Reading a GE Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 18 (UltraFast Combo) | The drain pump filter needs cleaning; loads may also come out wet or take longer to dry, and the drain hose should not be pushed too far into the standpipe. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer - Fault & Error Codes and Status Messages |
| 353 (UltraFast Combo) | The lint filter is likely clogged, often with fabric softener residue; cleaning the filter clears it. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer - Fault & Error Codes and Status Messages |
| Check and Clean Drain Pump Filter (UltraFast Combo) | A restriction, often a loose item, was detected in the drain area and the pump filter should be cleaned. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer - Fault & Error Codes and Status Messages |
GE Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a GE Dryer Running
- GE does not state one maximum vent length on its support pages; it says to follow the model's installation instructions for allowed duct length and number of elbows, and recommends a 4-inch outside wall cap. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Things To Check For A Venting Issue
- Clean the lint filter before every load and periodically wash it in warm soapy water to remove fabric softener film. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Taking Too Long To Dry Clothes or Not Drying at All
Brand guides: GE Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Budgeting for a GE Dryer Repair
Most GE dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Novato
Most dryer calls in Novato come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
Before You Book in Novato
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Novato, CA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you work for GE?
What should I do about a GE error code?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your GE dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.