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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Susanville
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 72 miles of Susanville. 2 of them are based in Susanville itself, and the rest are spread across Reno (3) and Shingletown (1). None of the repair companies near Susanville name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Ken's Repair Service, about 1.7 miles away. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Susanville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Susanville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.4, 60.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (72 mi) | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 1 |
First up for Susanville: Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Repair Service (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 7 reviews); All Star Dryer Vent (60.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.9 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M & M Appliance Service Repair (63.1 miles away, based in Shingletown, 5.0 stars from 2 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, fresh-food compartment ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and dual ice maker. On the freezer side, GE sells top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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?
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Susanville and freezer repair in Susanville.
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.
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:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Susanville, CA
Most ice maker calls in Susanville 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 Susanville
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Susanville, CA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Susanville
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your GE refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.