Most GE dryer repairs in Ladson involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Ladson, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Who Works on GE Dryers Near Ladson
34 repair companies serve Ladson from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Ladson, and the rest are spread across Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and North Charleston (5). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: The Flow of Charleston, around 1.4 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Ladson mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.6, 2.5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 34 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
First up for Ladson: 911 Service Today (13.0 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OnSite Appliance (4.7 miles away, based in Summerville, 4.6 stars from 104 reviews); Charleston Appliances and Repairs (10.6 miles away, based in North Charleston, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sloan Appliance Service Inc (9.5 miles away, based in Hanahan, 4.7 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your GE Dryer
What Makes GE Dryer Repairs Different
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
- 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 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
What GE Dryer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Ladson
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.
What GE Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- Any error code on the display
- 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)
Dryer Notes for Ladson, SC
Most dryer calls in Ladson 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
South Carolina has no standalone gas piping license; gas lines serving gas-fired equipment are installed under mechanical classifications such as Plumbing, Heating and Packaged Equipment issued through the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Ladson
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Ladson, SC
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