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. Below are independent repair companies serving Washington, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Washington
28 repair companies serve Washington from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Washington itself, and other nearby bases include Bloomington (8), Evansville (7), and Jasper (3). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. 1 lists GE specifically. The closest is Yoder's Appliance Repair, about 1.3 miles away. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Washington is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 5.3, 19.9 |
|---|---|
| Name freezer work | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Mention GE | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 28 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
At the top of the Washington list: General Electric Co (83.2 miles away, based in Jeffersonville, 4.0 stars from 38 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Linton, 4.4 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.3 miles away, based in Princeton, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yoder's Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 15 reviews).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, in-door ice maker, and fresh-food compartment ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
What a GE Technician Deals With
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?
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- New ice maker not making ice. A new ice maker often ships switched off and can take up to 24 hours to get cold enough, and it cycles a few times to purge air before the first fill. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - New Icemaker Not Producing Ice
- 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
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 |
| 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 |
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What Gets Fixed on a Washington Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Washington and freezer repair in Washington.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- Keeping the freezer about three-quarters full helps the ice maker run efficiently and hold temperature. Source: GE Appliances - How much ice should I get in a day?
- 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:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for Washington
Most ice maker calls in Washington 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 Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Washington
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Washington, IN
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
Do you repair GE standalone freezers too?
Do you work for GE?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Washington
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Washington
Live outside Washington? The same GE ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Linton. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Washington technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.