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.
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 Fernandina Beach
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fernandina Beach. 2 list an address in Fernandina Beach, and the rest are spread across Jacksonville (23), Atlantic Beach (2), and Kingsland (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Fernandina Beach mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nassau Appliance & HVAC Service, LLC is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Fernandina Beach. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fernandina Beach. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 7.3, 17.1 |
First up for Fernandina Beach: Hedlund Appliance Service (23.3 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.9 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.8 stars from 598 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LC Appliances (7.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Atlantic Beach Appliance Rpr (22.6 miles away, based in Atlantic Beach, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), undercounter ice maker, and fresh-food compartment ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, upright freezer, chest freezer, and top-freezer refrigerator.
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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 GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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 |
|---|---|
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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 |
| 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
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What Gets Fixed on a Fernandina Beach Freezer Call
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Fernandina Beach and freezer repair in Fernandina Beach.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Fernandina Beach
Most ice maker calls in Fernandina Beach 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 Fernandina Beach Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Fernandina Beach, FL
Should I repair or replace my GE refrigerator?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is this GE customer service?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Fernandina Beach
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.