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 Gifford, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE dryers and other brands.
Independent GE Dryer Technicians, Gifford FL
Our data shows 39 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Gifford. The rest are spread across Vero Beach (10), Palm Bay (10), and Port St. Lucie (10). No company within 90 miles of Gifford mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Kane's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Gifford. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gifford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 39 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 2.3, 2.7 |
First up for Gifford: Mr. Appliance of Vero Beach (6.9 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.8 stars from 364 reviews); Dryer Vent Maintenance inc. (28.1 miles away, based in Port St. Lucie, 4.9 stars from 782 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tempest Appliance Services (7.3 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.9 stars from 189 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Fanatics Inc. (6.1 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.8 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dryer Lines and Features
How GE Dryers Are Built
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
Sensor dry models must sit level so tumbling clothes contact the moisture sensors; an unlevel dryer can end cycles with clothes still damp. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Taking Too Long To Dry Clothes or Not Drying at All
Common GE Dryer Problems
- Check Vent alert. GE says to unplug the dryer, disconnect and vacuum the duct, and make sure the outside hood damper moves freely. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Check Vent Sensor Alert
- 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
What GE Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Gifford
Keeping a GE Dryer Running
- On the UltraFast Combo, clean the mesh lint filter about every fifth dry cycle or when prompted, and clean the foam filter and filter compartment about every 50 cycles. Source: GE Appliances - GE Profile UltraFast Combo Washer/Dryer - Filter Cleaning
- 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
Brand guides: GE Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Budgeting for a GE Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a GE dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Gifford
Most dryer calls in Gifford 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
LP gas businesses are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; its Category V LP gas installer license covers installing and servicing LP gas appliances, piping and equipment. Source: Florida Statutes Chapter 527, Sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Before You Book in Gifford
- How often do you repair GE dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Gifford, FL
Why does my GE dryer show an error code?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
How do I find a technician who knows GE dryers?
Do you work for GE?
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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.