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 Galax 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.
Who Works on GE Dryers Near Galax
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Galax. 1 list an address in Galax, and other nearby bases include Winston-Salem (9), Princeton (3), and Christiansburg (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: Burris Refrigeration & Appliances, around 2.0 miles out. None of the companies within 60 miles mention GE by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Galax is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 41 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 16.7, 20.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
First up for Galax: Sears Appliance Repair (89.0 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GE Appliance Services (68.2 miles away, based in Roanoke, 1.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Residential Appliance Services (16.7 miles away, based in Mt Airy, 3.9 stars from 36 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (44.6 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Dryer Lines and Features
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
- 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
- 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
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 |
| 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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Galax Dryer Call
Keeping a GE Dryer Running
- 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
- 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
Most GE dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Galax
Most dryer calls in Galax 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
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Galax
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair GE dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Galax, VA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Which Galax technicians work on GE?
Is this GE customer service?
Related Repair Pages for Galax
GE Dryer Repair Near Galax
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.