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. The Coalinga list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Coalinga
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Coalinga. Other nearby bases include Fresno (28), Hanford (4), and Selma (3). Distances run up to about 56 miles. 1 of them mentions GE in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 32.4 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Coalinga is inside its regular service area.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 32.4, 38.7, 39.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Mention GE | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 59 |
At the top of the Coalinga list: Sears Appliance Repair (32.4 miles away, based in Lemoore, 4.3 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.7 miles away, based in Hanford, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MVI Fresno Range & Refrigerator Repair Service (54.2 miles away, based in Fresno, 4.7 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Emerald Appliance Repair (42.9 miles away, based in Corcoran, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice maker, undercounter ice maker, in-door ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
What a GE Technician Deals With
Common leak points GE lists for the ice maker are loose water line fittings, a leaking water valve, a leaking fill tube extension and a clogged defrost drain. Source: GE Appliances - Why is my ice maker leaking and dripping water?
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- Freezer not freezing. On an upright or chest freezer whose lights work but won't cool, GE says to confirm the control isn't set to OFF before scheduling repair. Source: GE Appliances - Upright & Chest Freezer - Not Working
- New ice maker not making ice. A new ice maker often ships switched off and can take up to 24 hours to get cold enough, and it cycles a few times to purge air before the first fill. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - New Icemaker Not Producing Ice
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E and 9 | On an upright freezer control, the thermistor circuit is open; needs service if a 30-second power reset doesn't clear it. 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your GE Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What Gets Fixed on a Coalinga Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Coalinga and freezer repair in Coalinga.
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
- Change the water filter every six months, sooner after new construction, and run about two gallons through the dispenser after a change to purge air. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Coalinga
Most ice maker calls in Coalinga 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Coalinga Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Coalinga, CA
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
Do you work for GE?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your GE refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.