A GE ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving Magnolia, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Magnolia
16 repair companies serve Magnolia from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Magnolia itself, and other nearby bases include Texarkana (4), Bossier City (3), and El Dorado (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 2 of them mention GE in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Magnolia. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Magnolia is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 23.7, 32.0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Mention GE | 2 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
The leading options for Magnolia are Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Texarkana (49.0 miles away, based in Texarkana, 4.9 stars from 717 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Springhill, 4.4 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.1 miles away, based in Homer, 4.2 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), in-door ice maker, undercounter ice maker, and fresh-food compartment ice maker. On the freezer side, GE sells chest freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, upright freezer, and top-freezer refrigerator.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What a GE Technician Deals With
Depending on the model, the ice maker can sit in the freezer, in the fresh food section or in the fresh food door, and daily output runs roughly 3 to 4.5 pounds by style. Source: GE Appliances - How much ice should I get in a day?
On the Opal nugget ice maker, two small sensors at the ice chute entrance detect a full bin and tell the unit when to go into defrost, and they stop working properly when coated with scale. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Cleaning the Sensor
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Ice maker not making ice. First make sure the ice maker is turned on, then confirm the freezer is at 0°F and that clumped ice is not jamming the feeler arm. Source: GE Appliances - Icemaker Troubleshooting Tips
- Small or hollow cubes. Replace a clogged filter, make sure the freezer is not below -10°F and check the supply line for kinks or a partly closed saddle valve. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| E and 8 | On an upright freezer control, the temperature sensor (thermistor) is shorted; needs service if a 30-second power reset doesn't clear it. Source: GE Appliances - Freezer Error, Fault or Function Codes |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- An error code or temperature alarm
What Gets Fixed on a Magnolia Ice Maker Call
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Care GE Recommends
- Keeping the freezer about three-quarters full helps the ice maker run efficiently and hold temperature. Source: GE Appliances - How much ice should I get in a day?
- Most GE upright and chest freezers need at least 3 inches of clearance on the top and sides for airflow, and a warm cabinet exterior is normal on both types. Source: GE Appliances - Warm Freezer Exterior
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
GE Repair Cost Ranges
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Magnolia, AR
Most ice maker calls in Magnolia come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. § 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Magnolia
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Magnolia, AR
What should I do about a GE error code?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Do you repair GE standalone freezers too?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Magnolia technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.