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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Bristol
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bristol. 2 list an address in Bristol, and the rest are spread across Meriden (7), Waterbury (6), and Hartford (5). Distances run up to about 14 miles. No company within 90 miles of Bristol mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is SRT Bristol Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 28 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 2.4, 2.7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
Closest matches for Bristol: Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Meriden, 4.6 stars from 156 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in West Hartford, 4.5 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.5 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Newington, 4.5 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), in-freezer ice maker, undercounter ice maker, and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
- Small or hollow cubes. Replace a clogged filter, make sure the freezer is not below -10°F and check the supply line for kinks or a partly closed saddle valve. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
- 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?
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 8 | On an upright freezer control, the temperature sensor (thermistor) is shorted; needs service if a 30-second power reset doesn't clear it. 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 |
Signs Your GE Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Bristol and freezer repair in Bristol.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- Clean an Opal's sensors with a cotton swab dampened with white vinegar, and run vinegar cleaning cycles followed by fresh-water rinses if hard water buildup persists. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Cleaning the Sensor
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit 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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Bristol
Most ice maker calls in Bristol 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.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Bristol
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Bristol, CT
Do you repair GE standalone freezers too?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Bristol
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Bristol
GE ice maker and freezer repair for Terryville is handled by the same companies listed for Bristol. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Bristol technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.