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. Below are independent repair companies serving Ontario, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, Ontario CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ontario. 9 of them are based in Ontario itself, and other nearby bases include Rancho Cucamonga (9), Chino (5), and Pomona (3). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Ontario names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Oscaryyaz Appliances Repair, around 1.2 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.3, 2.6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Ontario: ABS Thermador & GE Monogram Appliance Repair (38.2 miles away, based in Laguna Beach, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GE Monogram Repair Expert (67.6 miles away, based in Cathedral City, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Rancho Cucamonga (3.8 miles away, based in Rancho Cucamonga, 4.8 stars from 867 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ERA Service Appliance repair (4.7 miles away, based in Chino, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Features
What a GE Technician Deals With
The icemaker fills from the rear while its thermostat sits at the front cube, so a slow fill or a freezer colder than about -10°F can eject the rear cubes before they are solid and leave them hollow. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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 leaking. Unplug the refrigerator, then check the water line fittings, water valve, fill tube extension and defrost drain, and make sure the unit is level. Source: GE Appliances - Why is my ice maker leaking and dripping water?
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your GE Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Ontario
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Ontario and freezer repair in Ontario.
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
- 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.
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:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Ontario
Most ice maker calls in Ontario 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).
Before You Book in Ontario
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Ontario, CA
Do you work for GE?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Ontario technician bring the right parts.