If your GE ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Ballenger Creek, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Ballenger Creek
40 repair companies serve Ballenger Creek from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Gaithersburg (13), Frederick (8), and Leesburg (5). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. 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. The closest is FDP Appliances Care, about 0.6 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 0.8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
Closest matches for Ballenger Creek: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (39.0 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Frederick County (1.1 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.7 stars from 514 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.3 stars from 715 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells fresh-food compartment ice maker, in-door ice maker, undercounter ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
Common leak points GE lists for the ice maker are loose water line fittings, a leaking water valve, a leaking fill tube extension and a clogged defrost drain. Source: GE Appliances - Why is my ice maker leaking and dripping water?
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
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Small or hollow cubes. Replace a clogged filter, make sure the freezer is not below -10°F and check the supply line for kinks or a partly closed saddle valve. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
- 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
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Ballenger Creek
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Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Ballenger Creek, MD
Most ice maker calls in Ballenger Creek 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.
Before You Book in Ballenger Creek
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Ballenger Creek, MD
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is this GE customer service?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Ballenger Creek
Also Serving Towns Around Ballenger Creek
The technicians listed for Ballenger Creek also cover smaller towns nearby, including Brunswick. 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 Ballenger Creek technician bring the right parts.