Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs in Groveland involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Groveland list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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 Groveland
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Groveland. 1 of them are based in Groveland itself, and the rest are spread across Clermont (11), Orlando (10), and Winter Garden (4). Distances run up to about 23 miles. No company within 90 miles of Groveland mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is RAMSON APPLIANCES, about 2.9 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Groveland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.9, 4.8, 5.5 |
First up for Groveland: Appliance Repair Upfix (18.9 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.9 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Home Service (5.7 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.8 stars from 604 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.7 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Winter Garden Appliance Service (16.3 miles away, based in Windermere, 4.9 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
GE ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include upright freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
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
The icemaker fills from the rear while its thermostat sits at the front cube, so a slow fill or a freezer colder than about -10°F can eject the rear cubes before they are solid and leave them hollow. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. If cubes jam the ejector rake the cycle can't finish, so clear the ice carefully because the mold may be hot. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Icemaker Not Producing Ice
- Freezer not freezing. On an upright or chest freezer whose lights work but won't cool, GE says to confirm the control isn't set to OFF before scheduling repair. Source: GE Appliances - Upright & Chest Freezer - Not Working
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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Groveland and freezer repair in Groveland.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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.
Budgeting for a GE Ice Maker Repair
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Groveland
Most ice maker calls in Groveland 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 Groveland Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Groveland, FL
Which Groveland technicians work on GE?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Groveland
GE ice maker and freezer repair for Mascotte is handled by the same companies listed for Groveland. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Groveland technician bring the right parts.