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 San Gabriel list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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 San Gabriel
40 repair companies serve San Gabriel from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in San Gabriel, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (17), Alhambra (4), and South Pasadena (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. The closest is FAST-FIX APPLIANCES REPAIR INC, about 0.7 miles away. None of the companies within 30 miles mention GE by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Gabriel. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 1.4 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
The leading options for San Gabriel are ABS Thermador & GE Monogram Appliance Repair (46.2 miles away, based in Laguna Beach, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RepairBest Appliance Services (3.0 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (4.6 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.3 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), fresh-food compartment ice maker, dual ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
What a GE Technician Deals With
On the Opal nugget ice maker, two small sensors at the ice chute entrance detect a full bin and tell the unit when to go into defrost, and they stop working properly when coated with scale. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Cleaning the Sensor
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Freezer warm on the outside. GE says chest freezers shed heat through the cabinet and uprights have case heaters to stop sweating, so a warm exterior is normal if clearance is adequate. Source: GE Appliances - Warm Freezer Exterior
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in San Gabriel and freezer repair in San Gabriel.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for San Gabriel, CA
Most ice maker calls in San Gabriel 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 San Gabriel
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: San Gabriel, CA
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a San Gabriel technician bring the right parts.