GE owners in Palmetto usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Palmetto 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.
Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, Palmetto FL
40 repair companies serve Palmetto from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Palmetto, and other nearby bases include Bradenton (20) and Sarasota (18). No company within 90 miles of Palmetto mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Dan Demers Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Palmetto. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palmetto. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.9, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
First up for Palmetto: Mr. Appliance of Manatee County & N. Sarasota (8.7 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Well Done Home Solutions Inc. (6.8 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews); All Pro Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Bradenton, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells fresh-food compartment ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, dual ice maker, and in-door ice maker.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What a GE Technician Deals With
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
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 warm on the outside. GE says chest freezers shed heat through the cabinet and uprights have case heaters to stop sweating, so a warm exterior is normal if clearance is adequate. Source: GE Appliances - Warm Freezer Exterior
- 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 |
|---|---|
| E and 8 | On an upright freezer control, the temperature sensor (thermistor) is shorted; needs service if a 30-second power reset doesn't clear it. Source: GE Appliances - Freezer 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 |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Palmetto
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Palmetto and freezer repair in Palmetto.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
Budgeting for a GE Ice Maker Repair
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 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?
- 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?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Palmetto
Most ice maker calls in Palmetto 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Palmetto
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Palmetto, FL
What should I do about a GE error code?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Palmetto
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Palmetto
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Palmetto
GE ice maker and freezer repair for Memphis is handled by the same companies listed for Palmetto. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Palmetto technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.