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. Below are independent repair companies serving San Carlos Park, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, San Carlos Park FL
Within 30 miles of San Carlos Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Fort Myers (24), Bonita Springs (13), and Estero (2). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Nearest on the list: Morgan & Ellis Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near San Carlos Park name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 13 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.3, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 52 |
At the top of the San Carlos Park list: Mr. Appliance of Lee County (4.2 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.8 stars from 1,235 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Fort Myers (8.9 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 4.7 stars from 336 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Diamond Appliance Repair, LLC (2.3 miles away, based in Estero, 4.5 stars from 421 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Fort Myers, 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 countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, and dual ice maker. On the freezer side, GE sells French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, upright freezer, and side-by-side 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
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. If cubes jam the ejector rake the cycle can't finish, so clear the ice carefully because the mold may be hot. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Icemaker Not Producing Ice
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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in San Carlos Park and freezer repair in San Carlos Park.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a GE Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around San Carlos Park
Most ice maker calls in San Carlos Park 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 San Carlos Park
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: San Carlos Park, FL
Which San Carlos Park technicians work on GE?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in San Carlos Park
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a San Carlos Park technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.