Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs in Paragould involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Paragould list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Paragould
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Paragould. 2 list an address in Paragould, and other nearby bases include Jonesboro (2), Poplar Bluff (2), and Covington (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 1 lists GE specifically. Emergency Appliance Repair in Paragould is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Paragould. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 17 businesses. Paragould is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Paragould. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Mention GE | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.2, 18.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
Closest matches for Paragould: Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Jonesboro, 4.5 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Burke's Heat, Air & Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 313 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (51.6 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Kent Heating & Air Services (33.4 miles away, based in Trumann, 4.8 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and fresh-food compartment ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What a GE Technician Deals With
GE says the icemaker mold has to get down to about 16°F before a cycle will start, so a warm freezer slows or stops ice production. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Icemaker Not Producing Ice
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
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. If cubes jam the ejector rake the cycle can't finish, so clear the ice carefully because the mold may be hot. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Icemaker Not Producing Ice
Reading a GE Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| E and 7 | On an upright freezer control, a button has been held in for more than 30 seconds. Source: GE Appliances - Freezer Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What Gets Fixed on a Paragould Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Paragould and freezer repair in Paragould.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- Clean an Opal's sensors with a cotton swab dampened with white vinegar, and run vinegar cleaning cycles followed by fresh-water rinses if hard water buildup persists. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Cleaning the Sensor
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
GE Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Paragould
Most ice maker calls in Paragould 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.
Questions to Ask a Paragould Repair Technician
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Paragould, AR
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Paragould
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Paragould
GE ice maker and freezer repair for Pocahontas is handled by the same companies listed for Paragould. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Paragould technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.