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. 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.
Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, Tavares FL
Within 30 miles of Tavares there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Tavares itself, and the rest are spread across Clermont (10), Orlando (4), and Ocoee (3). Distances run up to about 23 miles. None of the repair companies near Tavares 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: APPLIANCE REPAIR OF LAKE COUNTY INC, around 0.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tavares. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 6.4, 6.6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Tavares: Expert Appliance Repairs (13.2 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.8 stars from 99 reviews); Reliable Appliance Repair Longwood (21.2 miles away, based in Longwood, 4.9 stars from 171 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alpha Appliance Repair (22.9 miles away, based in Lake Mary, 4.9 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Summerfield, 4.5 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
GE ice makers come in several designs, including countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), fresh-food compartment ice maker, in-door ice maker, and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Depending on the model, the ice maker can sit in the freezer, in the fresh food section or in the fresh food door, and daily output runs roughly 3 to 4.5 pounds by style. Source: GE Appliances - How much ice should I get in a day?
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
- 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
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Tavares and freezer repair in Tavares.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Clean an Opal's sensors with a cotton swab dampened with white vinegar, and run vinegar cleaning cycles followed by fresh-water rinses if hard water buildup persists. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Cleaning the Sensor
- 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
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:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Tavares
Most ice maker calls in Tavares 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 Tavares
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Tavares, FL
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Do you work for GE?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Tavares
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Tavares technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.