If your GE dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Mount Airy list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 Mount Airy
Within 60 miles of Mount Airy there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Winston-Salem (9), Kernersville (5), and Eden (3). Distances run up to about 49 miles. None of the companies within 60 miles mention GE by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The closest is Residential Appliance Services, about 3.7 miles away. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Mount Airy is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mount Airy. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.7, 17.7, 19.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
First up for Mount Airy: GE Appliance Services (64.5 miles away, based in Roanoke, 1.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Residential Appliance Services (3.7 miles away, based in Mt Airy, 3.9 stars from 36 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (35.4 miles away, based in Clemmons, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Convenient Appliance Service (33.3 miles away, based in Winston-Salem, 4.9 stars from 2,279 reviews).
Know Your GE Dryer
What Makes GE Dryer Repairs Different
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
Common GE Dryer Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a GE Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Gets Fixed on a Mount Airy Dryer Call
Keeping a GE Dryer Running
- 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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Mount Airy
Most dryer calls in Mount Airy 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
Gas and fuel piping installation requires a plumbing or heating license, or a restricted fuel piping license, issued by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Mount Airy
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Mount Airy, NC
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is my GE dryer worth repairing?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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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.