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.
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 Merritt Island
Our data shows 35 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Merritt Island. 5 of them are based in Merritt Island itself, and the rest are spread across Palm Bay (10), Melbourne (7), and Cocoa (5). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. None of the repair companies near Merritt Island name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is APPLIED AI STRATEGIES LLC, about 2.4 miles away. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 2.7, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 35 |
First up for Merritt Island: Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 638 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (16.3 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Melbourne (5.9 miles away, based in Melbourne, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews); RMJP Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Palm Bay, 4.9 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), fresh-food compartment ice maker, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, upright freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- Ice maker not making ice. First make sure the ice maker is turned on, then confirm the freezer is at 0°F and that clumped ice is not jamming the feeler arm. Source: GE Appliances - Icemaker Troubleshooting Tips
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 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your GE Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Merritt Island and freezer repair in Merritt Island.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Change the water filter every six months, sooner after new construction, and run about two gallons through the dispenser after a change to purge air. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
- 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.
GE Repair Cost Ranges
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Merritt Island Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Merritt Island 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.
Before You Book in Merritt Island
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Merritt Island, FL
Do you repair GE standalone freezers too?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Should I repair or replace my GE refrigerator?
Is this GE customer service?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Merritt Island
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Merritt Island technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.