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. Below are independent repair companies serving Ruskin, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, Ruskin FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ruskin. 4 list an address in Ruskin, and other nearby bases include St. Petersburg (11), Riverview (7), and Tampa (4). Distances run up to about 16 miles. None of the repair companies near Ruskin name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Quality Complete Home Services Inc, about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 29 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.3, 2.0 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Ruskin list: Teodor Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (13.2 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Caspi Home Service (9.0 miles away, based in Gibsonton, 4.6 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Pro (12.0 miles away, based in Riverview, 4.8 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), in-door ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and undercounter ice maker. On the freezer side, GE sells chest freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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?
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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 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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- GE suggests 0°F in the freezer and 37°F in the fresh food section for best ice production, lowering the setting one degree every 24 hours if output is low. Source: GE Appliances - Icemaker Troubleshooting Tips
- 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
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Ruskin
Most ice maker calls in Ruskin 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 Ruskin Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Ruskin, FL
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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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.