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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Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Lake Wales
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Wales. The rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Kissimmee (8), and Winter Haven (5). Distances run up to about 30 miles. None of the repair companies near Lake Wales name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is EC FIX APPLIANCES, about 8.2 miles away. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 42 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.2, 10.3, 10.8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
First up for Lake Wales: Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (23.3 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex Air Conditioning & Refrigeration- Davenport (22.8 miles away, based in Davenport, 4.8 stars from 781 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Budget Appliance Service (12.1 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (18.5 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells in-door ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), undercounter ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker. Freezer styles include upright freezer, chest freezer, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
What a GE Technician Deals With
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 says the icemaker mold has to get down to about 16°F before a cycle will start, so a warm freezer slows or stops ice production. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Icemaker Not Producing Ice
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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 |
| 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 will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Lake Wales Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Lake Wales and freezer repair in Lake Wales.
Care GE Recommends
- 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?
- 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.
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 and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Lake Wales Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Lake Wales 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 Lake Wales Repair Technician
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lake Wales, FL
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Which Lake Wales technicians work on GE?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Wales technician bring the right parts.