GE owners in Pimmit Hills usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Pimmit Hills list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent GE Dryer Technicians, Pimmit Hills VA
40 repair companies serve Pimmit Hills from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Falls Church (14), Vienna (5), and Arlington (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Falls Church Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Pimmit Hills. No company within 30 miles of Pimmit Hills names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pimmit Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.8, 1.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Mention GE | 0 |
Closest matches for Pimmit Hills: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (8.6 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.0 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Virginia Appliance Repair LLC (2.0 miles away, based in Falls Church, 4.8 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Angie's Tech (2.6 miles away, based in Falls Church, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
Know Your GE Dryer
What a GE Dryer Technician Deals With
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
- Dryer hot to the touch or sweating. GE says this usually means heat and humidity cannot escape, so clean the exhaust duct, clear the wall cap and confirm the elbow count suits the vent length. Source: GE Appliances - Dryer - Hot to the Touch or Sweats
- 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
What GE Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
GE Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Care GE Recommends for Its 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.
Budgeting for a GE Dryer Repair
Most GE dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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 (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Dryer Call
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Pimmit Hills, VA
Most dryer calls in Pimmit Hills 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.
Questions to Ask a Pimmit Hills Technician
- How often do you repair GE dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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?
GE Dryer Repair FAQs: Pimmit Hills, VA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Pimmit Hills technicians work on GE?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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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.