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. The Petaluma list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Petaluma
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Petaluma. 1 of them are based in Petaluma itself, and other nearby bases include San Rafael (10), Santa Rosa (7), and Novato (5). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Petaluma mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: AFFORDABLE APPLIANCE REPAIR, LLC, around 1.0 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 7.5, 8.4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
At the top of the Petaluma list: Sears Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Napa (19.1 miles away, based in Napa, 4.8 stars from 1,063 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Sonoma (9.5 miles away, based in Sonoma, 4.8 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Center (8.4 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, dual ice maker, in-door ice maker, and fresh-food compartment ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
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?
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
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
- 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
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 |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. 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 |
Signs Your GE Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Petaluma and freezer repair in Petaluma.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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?
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 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 freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Petaluma
Most ice maker calls in Petaluma 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 Petaluma
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- 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: Petaluma, CA
How do I reset my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Petaluma
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Petaluma
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Petaluma technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.