If your GE dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on GE Dryers Near Portland
Within 30 miles of Portland there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Lansing (5), Hastings (2), and Lyons (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Caverly Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.6 miles from Portland. No company within 30 miles of Portland names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Portland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention GE | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.6, 10.3, 16.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
At the top of the Portland list: Sears Appliance Repair (64.7 miles away, based in Coldwater, 4.1 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lane’s Appliance Sales and Service (21.9 miles away, based in Lansing, 4.8 stars from 1,676 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Ionia, 4.6 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Lansing, 4.3 stars from 311 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
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Portland
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
- Inspect and clean the exhaust duct at least once a year by unplugging the dryer, disconnecting the duct and vacuuming it, and check that the outside hood flaps move freely with no nests inside. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - How to Clean Exhaust / Vent Duct
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Portland
Most dryer calls in Portland 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Portland
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Portland, MI
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Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.