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.
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 Arnold
40 repair companies serve Arnold from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Baltimore (7), Edgewater (3), and Glen Burnie (3). Distances run up to about 19 miles. None of the companies within 30 miles mention GE by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Custom Care Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Arnold. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 18 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 4.4, 4.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
First up for Arnold: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (30.8 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (4.7 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Dr Appliance Repair - Pasadena (7.8 miles away, based in Pasadena, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Glen Burnie, 4.2 stars from 908 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
GE ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), in-door ice maker, and undercounter ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
- 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| 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 |
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What Gets Fixed on a Arnold Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Arnold and freezer repair in Arnold.
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?
- GE suggests 0°F in the freezer and 37°F in the fresh food section for best ice production, lowering the setting one degree every 24 hours if output is low. Source: GE Appliances - Icemaker Troubleshooting Tips
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Arnold
Most ice maker calls in Arnold 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Arnold Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Arnold, MD
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Do you work for GE?
Do you repair GE standalone freezers too?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Arnold
Nearby Towns Served From Arnold
The technicians listed for Arnold also cover smaller towns nearby, including Cape St. Claire. 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.
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Arnold technician bring the right parts.