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. Below are independent repair companies serving East Lake-Orient Park, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by GE. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact GE directly.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near East Lake-Orient Park
Within 30 miles of East Lake-Orient Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Tampa (25), Brandon (9), and Thonotosassa (2). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. 1 of them mentions GE in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from East Lake-Orient Park. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Lake-Orient Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 3.2, 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| Mention GE | 1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
First up for East Lake-Orient Park: Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (7.3 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProFix Appliance Service (6.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Plus Solutions (4.7 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (4.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice maker, undercounter ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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?
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
What a Freezer Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in East Lake-Orient Park and freezer repair in East Lake-Orient Park.
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
- 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
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:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it 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 brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for East Lake-Orient Park
Most ice maker calls in East Lake-Orient Park 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a East Lake-Orient Park Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: East Lake-Orient Park, FL
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a East Lake-Orient Park technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.