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. 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 Laplace
40 repair companies serve Laplace from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Laplace itself, and other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (5), and Kenner (4). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. None of the repair companies near Laplace name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Laplace Appliance Repair., about 0.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.7 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Laplace. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 19 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
First up for Laplace: Broussard Appliance Service (19.5 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Harahan, 4.8 stars from 150 reviews); A&R Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Kenner, 4.7 stars from 48 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.6 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells in-freezer ice maker, undercounter ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and in-door ice maker. On the freezer side, GE sells upright freezer, chest freezer, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, and top-freezer 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
- 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
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
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What Gets Fixed on a Laplace Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Laplace and freezer repair in Laplace.
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
- 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.
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:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Laplace, LA
Most ice maker calls in Laplace 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.
Questions to Ask a Laplace Repair Technician
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Laplace, LA
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
Is this GE customer service?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Laplace
Live outside Laplace? The same GE ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Reserve. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Laplace technician bring the right parts.