If your GE ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Hercules, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hercules
Within 30 miles of Hercules there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Hercules, and the rest are spread across Vallejo (15), Richmond (8), and El Cerrito (4). The closest is Titan Hercules Appliance Repair, about 1.8 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Hercules mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 2.1, 2.1 |
Closest matches for Hercules: Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); H.A.R. Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in El Sobrante, 4.9 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Artifix (7.8 miles away, based in Vallejo, 4.9 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Richmond Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including fresh-food compartment ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), in-door ice maker, and undercounter ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells upright freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
- Opal nugget ice maker low or no ice. A blocked ice chute can give a false full-bin signal, so clean the Opal per the manual and make sure the bin is fully inserted. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Troubleshooting
- 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
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 |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Hercules and freezer repair in Hercules.
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?
- 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
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Hercules
Most ice maker calls in Hercules 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Hercules
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hercules, CA
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What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Hercules technician bring the right parts.