A GE dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE dryers and other brands.
GE Dryer Repair Near Lihue
Within 92 miles of Lihue there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Lihue, and the rest are spread across Wahiawa (2), Kekaha (1), and Waianae (1). None of the repair companies near Lihue name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. Across 6 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lihue is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lihue. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (92 mi) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 26.5, 81.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 0 |
First up for Lihue: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RC Appliance Repair (26.5 miles away, based in Kekaha, 4.3 stars from 6 reviews); Makaha Appliance Repair (81.8 miles away, based in Waianae, 1.6 stars from 13 reviews); Ocean Appliances & AC Repairs Inc.. (84.4 miles away, based in Waialua, 4.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Dryer Repairs Different
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
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 takes too long to dry. GE points first to venting (metal duct, no kinks, clear wall cap) and a clean lint filter, then to load size, dryer level and washer spin speed. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Taking Too Long To Dry Clothes or Not Drying at All
What GE Dryer Codes Mean
| 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for GE Dryers
- 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
- 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.
GE Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most GE dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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 service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Lihue
Most dryer calls in Lihue 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
Installing and repairing fuel gas piping systems and their venting falls under the C-37 plumbing contractor classification, and plumbing contractors must use licensed plumbers for that work. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
Questions to Ask a Lihue Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Lihue, HI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What should I do about a GE error code?
Do you work for GE?
Should I repair or replace my GE dryer?
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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.