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 Swoyersville
Our data shows 31 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Swoyersville. Other nearby bases include Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. The closest is Tabbit's Appliance Service, about 0.7 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. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Swoyersville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.5, 2.1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
First up for Swoyersville: Sears Appliance Repair (58.9 miles away, based in Sayre, 4.2 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Wilkes-Barre Township, 4.5 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
Sensor dry models must sit level so tumbling clothes contact the moisture sensors; an unlevel dryer can end cycles with clothes still damp. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Taking Too Long To Dry Clothes or Not Drying at All
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
- 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
What GE Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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
Brand guides: GE Dryer Not Heating: What to Check.
Budgeting for a GE Dryer Repair
A GE dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Swoyersville
Most dryer calls in Swoyersville 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
There is no statewide plumbing or trade license in Pennsylvania, so any licensing for gas piping work is set by the municipality where the work happens (Philadelphia, for example, issues its own plumber licenses). Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
Questions to Ask a Swoyersville Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Swoyersville, PA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
How do I find a technician who knows GE dryers?
Do you work for GE?
Should I repair or replace my GE dryer?
Other Dryer Repair in Swoyersville
GE Dryer Repair Near Swoyersville
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your GE dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.