GE owners in Columbus usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Columbus, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Columbus
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Columbus. 10 of them are based in Columbus itself, and other nearby bases include Phenix City (3), Valley (2), and Fortson (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the companies within 30 miles mention GE by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: A-co Appliance, around 2.9 miles out. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Columbus. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.9, 4.7, 5.3 |
Closest matches for Columbus: Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance Service (11.5 miles away, based in Fortson, 4.1 stars from 13 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.1 miles away, based in Valley, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter ice maker, dual ice maker, in-door ice maker, and fresh-food compartment ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
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
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Columbus
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Columbus and freezer repair in Columbus.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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.
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:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Columbus
Most ice maker calls in Columbus 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Columbus
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Columbus, GA
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
Is this GE customer service?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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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.