GE owners in Dubuque usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Dubuque, 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.
GE Dryer Repair Near Dubuque
Within 60 miles of Dubuque there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Dubuque, and other nearby bases include Freeport (6), Marion (4), and Cedar Rapids (4). No company within 60 miles of Dubuque names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Gateway Appliance Sales & Service, around 0.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses. Dubuque is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dubuque. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention GE | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.2, 1.4 |
At the top of the Dubuque list: Appliance Plus (60.4 miles away, based in Independence, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (29.9 miles away, based in Maquoketa, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guy (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 18 reviews); Scotty's Appliance & Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Dyersville, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews).
GE Dryer Lines and Features
How GE Dryers Are Built
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
Some GE dryers have an airflow sensor that shows a Check Vent alert when exhaust airflow drops, which usually means the vent is blocked. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Check Vent Sensor Alert
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
- 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
GE Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your GE Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Dubuque
Care GE Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: GE Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
What GE Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- Any error code on the display
What Dubuque Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Dubuque 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Dubuque
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Dubuque, IA
Should I repair or replace my GE dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Dubuque technicians work on GE?
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Write down any error code your GE dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Dubuque technician bring the right parts.