Most GE dryer repairs in Rusk involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE dryers and other brands.
Who Works on GE Dryers Near Rusk
Our data shows 34 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Rusk. Other nearby bases include Tyler (8), Longview (5), and Lufkin (4). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. No company within 60 miles of Rusk names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 12.3 miles out. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Rusk is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rusk. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 12.3, 12.5, 14.9 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 34 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
At the top of the Rusk list: Sears Appliance Repair (69.3 miles away, based in Marshall, 4.3 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (37.0 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 3.8 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.2 miles away, based in Palestine, 4.5 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dryer Lines and Features
How GE Dryers Are Built
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
GE Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Gas dryer runs but does not heat. GE says to confirm a real drying cycle and temperature are selected, keep the front of the dryer unblocked, check the dedicated 120V outlet, and on new installs make sure the gas line is turned on. Source: GE Appliances - Gas Dryer - Runs But Does Not Heat
GE Dryer Error Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for GE Dryers
- 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
- 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
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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Rusk
Most dryer calls in Rusk 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, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Gas piping counts as plumbing in Texas and requires a plumbing license, with an exemption for LP gas installers who hold a separate state LP gas license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §§1301.002, 1301.055 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Questions to Ask a Rusk Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair GE dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Rusk, TX
Is this GE customer service?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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.