GE owners in Siesta Key usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by GE. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact GE directly.
Who Works on GE Dryers Near Siesta Key
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Siesta Key. Other nearby bases include Sarasota (40). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair | QuickCall Service, around 1.1 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention GE by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Siesta Key. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 2.1, 2.5 |
Closest matches for Siesta Key: Sears Appliance Repair (53.1 miles away, based in Temple Terrace, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Manatee County & N. Sarasota (8.5 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GOFIX Appliance (6.4 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.9 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SRQ Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Sarasota, 5.0 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your GE Dryer
What Makes GE Dryer Repairs Different
An electric GE dryer receiving only partial (120V) power from its 240V circuit can tumble normally but produce no heat, and a dryer wired to a 120V circuit can take up to three times longer to dry. Source: GE Appliances - Electric Dryer - Runs But Does Not Heat
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- Gas dryer runs but does not heat. GE says to confirm a real drying cycle and temperature are selected, keep the front of the dryer unblocked, check the dedicated 120V outlet, and on new installs make sure the gas line is turned on. Source: GE Appliances - Gas Dryer - Runs But Does Not Heat
Reading a GE Dryer Error Code
| 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
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Siesta Key Dryer Call
Care GE Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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.
What GE Dryer Repairs Cost
Most GE dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Siesta Key
Most dryer calls in Siesta Key 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Siesta Key
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Siesta Key, FL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which Siesta Key technicians work on GE?
Is my GE dryer worth repairing?
Is this GE customer service?
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Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a GE repair.