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.
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Independent GE Dryer Technicians, Groves TX
We found 14 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Groves. 2 list an address in Groves, and other nearby bases include Beaumont (7), Orange (2), and Nederland (1). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Groves names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: GT Appliance Services, around 0.5 miles out. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 4.0 |
Closest matches for Groves: Sears Appliance Repair (52.6 miles away, based in Liberty, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (88.1 miles away, based in Alvin, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Beaumont (15.4 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.9 stars from 343 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Port Arthur, 4.7 stars from 167 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes GE Dryer Repairs Different
An electric GE dryer receiving only partial (120V) power from its 240V circuit can tumble normally but produce no heat, and a dryer wired to a 120V circuit can take up to three times longer to dry. Source: GE Appliances - Electric Dryer - Runs But Does Not Heat
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
- 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
GE Dryer Error Codes
| 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 |
| 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
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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.
What GE Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Dryer Call
- 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
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Groves, TX
Most dryer calls in Groves 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Groves Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Groves, TX
Why does my GE dryer show an error code?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is my GE dryer worth repairing?
Is this GE customer service?
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Write down any error code your GE dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Groves technician bring the right parts.