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.
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Modesto
Within 30 miles of Modesto there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 16 list an address in Modesto, and the rest are spread across Tracy (5), Turlock (4), and Manteca (4). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Quick Fix Appliance Repair Modesto is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Modesto. No company within 90 miles of Modesto mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.2 |
The leading options for Modesto are Ikes Appliance and Associates (13.4 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.2 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.3 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zip Appliance & Plumbing Repair Modesto (3.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells in-door ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), undercounter ice maker, and dual ice maker. On the freezer side, GE sells chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| 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 |
| 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 will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What Gets Fixed on a Modesto Freezer Call
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Care GE Recommends
- GE suggests 0°F in the freezer and 37°F in the fresh food section for best ice production, lowering the setting one degree every 24 hours if output is low. Source: GE Appliances - Icemaker Troubleshooting Tips
- 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
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Modesto
Most ice maker calls in Modesto 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 Modesto Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Modesto, CA
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
Which Modesto technicians work on GE?
What should I do about a GE error code?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Modesto
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Modesto
GE ice maker and freezer repair for West Modesto is handled by the same companies listed for Modesto. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Modesto technician bring the right parts.