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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Westchase
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Westchase. The rest are spread across Tampa (19), Clearwater (6), and Palm Harbor (4). Distances run up to about 9 miles. No company within 90 miles of Westchase mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is APPLIANCE REPAIR AND SERVICE LLC, about 1.5 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.9, 2.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Westchase are Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (3.5 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gulf Coast Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Palm Harbor, 4.8 stars from 102 reviews); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (1.9 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Palm Harbor, 4.9 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells fresh-food compartment ice maker, undercounter ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal). On the freezer side, GE sells upright freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, and top-freezer refrigerator.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
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
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Ice maker leaking. Unplug the refrigerator, then check the water line fittings, water valve, fill tube extension and defrost drain, and make sure the unit is level. Source: GE Appliances - Why is my ice maker leaking and dripping water?
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| 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 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Westchase Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Westchase and freezer repair in Westchase.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Westchase, FL
Most ice maker calls in Westchase 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 Westchase
- 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: Westchase, FL
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
Do you work for GE?
Should I repair or replace my GE refrigerator?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Westchase
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Westchase technician bring the right parts.