GE owners in Alsip usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Alsip list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Alsip
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Alsip. 2 list an address in Alsip, and the rest are spread across Chicago (7), Oak Lawn (6), and Palos Heights (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Nearest on the list: Alsip Appliance Repair, around 0.1 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Alsip mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alsip. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
The leading options for Alsip are Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Terry's Service Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GC Appliance Repair of Oak Lawn (3.9 miles away, based in Oak Lawn, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and undercounter ice maker. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer, and chest freezer.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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 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?
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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?
- 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 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 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 |
| 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
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
What a Freezer Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Alsip and freezer repair in Alsip.
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.
GE Repair Cost Ranges
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Alsip Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Alsip 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.
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Hiring a Repair Company in Alsip
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Alsip, IL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
Related Repair Pages for Alsip
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Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Alsip technician bring the right parts.