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.
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Jacksonville
Within 60 miles of Jacksonville there are 33 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Jacksonville itself, and other nearby bases include Springfield (8), Alton (4), and Jerseyville (3). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. 1 lists GE specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Jacksonville is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention GE | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 33 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 22.6, 24.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
At the top of the Jacksonville list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trone Appliance Center (22.6 miles away, based in Beardstown, 4.2 stars from 37 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.2 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Matt Cawley Appliance Service (37.6 miles away, based in Riverton, 4.4 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), in-door ice maker, and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include chest freezer, upright freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
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?
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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?
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Jacksonville
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Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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
- 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.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Jacksonville Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Jacksonville, IL
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Jacksonville
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Jacksonville
Nearby Towns Served From Jacksonville
GE ice maker and freezer repair for Beardstown is handled by the same companies listed for Jacksonville. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Jacksonville technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.