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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Highland
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Highland. 3 of them are based in Highland itself, and the rest are spread across San Bernardino (18), Redlands (6), and Yucaipa (6). Distances run up to about 11 miles. No company within 30 miles of Highland names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Family Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 2.2, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
Closest matches for Highland: ABS Thermador & GE Monogram Appliance Repair (53.7 miles away, based in Laguna Beach, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GE Monogram Repair Expert (45.9 miles away, based in Cathedral City, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Family Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in San Bernardino, 4.6 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
GE ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter ice maker, in-door ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, and in-freezer 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.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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 |
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Highland and freezer repair in Highland.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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
- 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?
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
Budgeting for a GE Ice Maker Repair
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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Highland
Most ice maker calls in Highland 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).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Highland
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Highland, CA
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
What should I do about a GE error code?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Highland
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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.