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 Fair Lakes list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE dryers and other brands.
Independent GE Dryer Technicians, Fair Lakes VA
Within 30 miles of Fair Lakes there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Fairfax (14), Centreville (6), and Chantilly (6). Distances run up to about 7 miles. No company within 30 miles of Fair Lakes names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Pro Fairfax Appliance Repair Team, around 2.0 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fair Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.1, 2.1 |
Closest matches for Fair Lakes: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (19.0 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (4.3 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Liberty Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Centreville, 4.7 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (2.1 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a GE Dryer Technician Deals With
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
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
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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
- 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
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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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
- 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)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Fair Lakes, VA
Most dryer calls in Fair Lakes 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
The Board for Contractors licenses gas fitting contractors and individual gas fitter, natural gas fitter and liquefied petroleum gas fitter tradesmen. Source: 18VAC50-30-10, Definitions (Individual License and Certification Regulations)
Before You Book in Fair Lakes
- How often do you repair GE dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Fair Lakes, VA
Is my GE dryer worth repairing?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Other Dryer Repair in Fair Lakes
GE Dryer Repair Near Fair Lakes
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.