Most GE dryer repairs in St. Francis involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. The St. Francis list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 St. Francis
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Francis. The rest are spread across Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and Forest Lake (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. The closest is Home Appliance Service | St Francis, about 1.6 miles away. 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. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Francis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 57 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 5.9, 8.0 |
The leading options for St. Francis are Sears Appliance Repair (82.8 miles away, based in Willmar, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (11.9 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC (18.1 miles away, based in Blaine, 4.8 stars from 1,207 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a GE Dryer Technician Deals With
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
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
- Electric dryer runs but does not heat. GE says to confirm the dryer has a dedicated 240V supply, reset the breaker fully off and on, and then inspect the power cord and terminal block for burned or loose connections. Source: GE Appliances - Electric Dryer - Runs But Does Not Heat
- 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
GE Dryer Error Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your GE Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in St. Francis
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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a GE dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Dryer Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
What St. Francis Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in St. Francis 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
The state does not license gas fitters; contractors doing gas work must be bonded with the Department of Labor and Industry, and cities such as Minneapolis and St. Paul set their own gas fitter licensing. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
Before You Book in St. Francis
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Francis, MN
Do you work for GE?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is my GE dryer worth repairing?
What should I do about a GE error code?
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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.