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 Lawrence, 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.
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lawrence
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lawrence. 6 of them are based in Lawrence itself, and the rest are spread across Topeka (4), Ottawa (3), and Lenexa (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 90 miles of Lawrence mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Stoneback Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Lawrence. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lawrence. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.3, 1.6 |
The leading options for Lawrence are Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.8 miles away, based in Ottawa, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tager Appliance Repair (26.6 miles away, based in Olathe, 4.9 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ted's Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
GE ice makers come in several designs, including fresh-food compartment ice maker, dual ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and undercounter ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include upright freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and chest freezer.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
The icemaker fills from the rear while its thermostat sits at the front cube, so a slow fill or a freezer colder than about -10°F can eject the rear cubes before they are solid and leave them hollow. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 |
|---|---|
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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 |
| 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 maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Lawrence and freezer repair in Lawrence.
Care GE Recommends
- 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?
- 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:
- 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?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Lawrence
Most ice maker calls in Lawrence 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).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Lawrence
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lawrence, KS
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you work for GE?
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
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Nearby Towns Served From Lawrence
The technicians listed for Lawrence also cover smaller towns nearby, including Eudora. 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.