Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs in Chalmette involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Chalmette
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chalmette. 2 of them are based in Chalmette itself, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Nearest on the list: Quality Cares LLC - Professional Quality Appliances Repair & Washer Repair Service in Chalmette LA, around 0.3 miles out. None of the repair companies near Chalmette name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 3.7 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chalmette. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 23 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 50 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.1, 2.0 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 19 |
At the top of the Chalmette list: Broussard Appliance Service (12.5 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Harahan, 4.8 stars from 150 reviews); CITY WIDE Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Gretna, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (11.7 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice maker, dual ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and fresh-food compartment ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells upright freezer, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
On the Opal nugget ice maker, two small sensors at the ice chute entrance detect a full bin and tell the unit when to go into defrost, and they stop working properly when coated with scale. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Cleaning the Sensor
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
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| 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 |
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. 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 |
Signs Your GE Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Chalmette
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Chalmette and freezer repair in Chalmette.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- 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?
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:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Chalmette
Most ice maker calls in Chalmette 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Chalmette
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Chalmette, LA
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Nearby Towns Served From Chalmette
Live outside Chalmette? The same GE ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Meraux and Violet. 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 Chalmette technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.