GE owners in Northdale usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Northdale list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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 Northdale
Within 30 miles of Northdale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Tampa (24), Odessa (6), and Land O' Lakes (5). None of the repair companies near Northdale name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Max Appliance Repair, around 2.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Northdale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.1, 3.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 32 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Mention GE | 1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
First up for Northdale: ER Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.8 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aussie's Appliance Services (8.1 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.9 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (4.7 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (3.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells dual ice maker, in-door ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal). Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer, chest freezer, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. 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 |
Signs Your GE Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Northdale and freezer repair in Northdale.
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?
- 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
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
GE Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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 freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Northdale
Most ice maker calls in Northdale 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 Northdale Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Northdale, FL
Should I repair or replace my GE refrigerator?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Do you work for GE?
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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.