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.
Independent GE Dryer Technicians, Albert Lea MN
We found 38 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Albert Lea. 1 list an address in Albert Lea, and other nearby bases include Rochester (6), Mankato (5), and Stewartville (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. None of the repair companies near Albert Lea name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is TNT Used Appliances, about 0.4 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Albert Lea is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Albert Lea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 12.2, 17.6 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 38 |
First up for Albert Lea: Sears Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Austin, 4.4 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Med City Appliance Repair (51.6 miles away, based in Rochester, 5.0 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance (44.2 miles away, based in Faribault, 4.9 stars from 213 reviews, lists Saturday hours); McCloskey Appliance (34.5 miles away, based in Mason City, 4.3 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your GE Dryer
What a GE Dryer Technician Deals With
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
GE Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
Reading a GE Dryer Error Code
| 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 |
| Confirm H2O Supply is ON (UltraFast Combo) | No water is entering the unit; controls lock for a few minutes while you check the water supply valves. 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 |
GE Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Albert Lea
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
- 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
A GE dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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)
Dryer Notes for Albert Lea, MN
Most dryer calls in Albert Lea 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in Albert Lea
- How often do you repair GE dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Albert Lea, MN
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Which Albert Lea technicians work on GE?
Do you work for GE?
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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.