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. The Des Plaines list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by GE. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact GE directly.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Des Plaines
Within 30 miles of Des Plaines there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 10 of them are based in Des Plaines itself, and the rest are spread across Park Ridge (4), Arlington Heights (4), and Glenview (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the repair companies near Des Plaines name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. United Appliances Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.0 miles from Des Plaines. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
The leading options for Des Plaines are Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (4.8 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Unique Repair Services, Inc. (1.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 4,854 reviews); Ali Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arlington Heights Appliance Repair Inc (4.6 miles away, based in Arlington Heights, 5.0 stars from 25 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-door ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
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?
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
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Des Plaines and freezer repair in Des Plaines.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- 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
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:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 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: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- 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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Des Plaines Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Des Plaines 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Des Plaines Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Des Plaines, IL
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
Do you work for GE?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Des Plaines technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.