GE owners in Shafter usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Shafter, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Shafter
Within 30 miles of Shafter there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Bakersfield (39) and Anaheim (1). Distances run up to about 17 miles. Dave's Appliance Service & Repair is the nearest, roughly 6.0 miles from Shafter. No company within 90 miles of Shafter mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.0, 6.4, 6.7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
First up for Shafter: Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave's Appliance Service & Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.1 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bakersfield Area Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Appliance Repair Specialist (11.2 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.6 stars from 4,635 reviews).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells in-door ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), dual ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
What a GE Technician Deals With
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?
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
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Shafter and freezer repair in Shafter.
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
- 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.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Shafter, CA
Most ice maker calls in Shafter 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 Shafter
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Shafter, CA
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Shafter technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.