GE owners in Gardner usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Gardner
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Gardner. 1 list an address in Gardner, and other nearby bases include Kansas City (11), Overland Park (9), and Lawrence (6). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. None of the repair companies near Gardner name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Rainbow vacuum repair, about 1.8 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.6 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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 9.2, 11.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 43 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
The leading options for Gardner are Appliance Shark (21.1 miles away, based in Prairie Village, 4.9 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tager Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Olathe, 4.9 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.9 miles away, based in Ottawa, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A.B. May Heating, A/C, Plumbing & Electrical (27.5 miles away, based in Kansas City, 4.8 stars from 19,657 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including fresh-food compartment ice maker, in-door ice maker, dual ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include upright freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. If cubes jam the ejector rake the cycle can't finish, so clear the ice carefully because the mold may be hot. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Icemaker Not Producing Ice
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What Gets Fixed on a Gardner Freezer Call
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Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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.
Budgeting for a GE Ice Maker Repair
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?
- 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?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- 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
What Gardner Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Gardner 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 Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Questions to Ask a Gardner Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gardner, KS
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you work for GE?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Gardner
Also Serving Towns Around Gardner
The technicians listed for Gardner also cover smaller towns nearby, including Spring Hill and Paola. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest GE ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.