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.
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Laurel
Within 30 miles of Laurel there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 of them are based in Laurel itself, and the rest are spread across Silver Spring (8), Columbia (6), and Beltsville (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. No company within 30 miles of Laurel names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Power Tech Appliance Service, around 0.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 37 businesses.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.2, 0.7 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
The leading options for Laurel are District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (16.6 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Power Tech Appliance Service (0.2 miles away, 4.1 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.0 stars from 1,337 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including fresh-food compartment ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), in-freezer ice maker, and undercounter ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, upright freezer, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
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
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?
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Freezer not freezing. On an upright or chest freezer whose lights work but won't cool, GE says to confirm the control isn't set to OFF before scheduling repair. Source: GE Appliances - Upright & Chest Freezer - Not Working
- 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 |
| 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 |
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What Gets Fixed on a Laurel Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Laurel and freezer repair in Laurel.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Laurel, MD
Most ice maker calls in Laurel 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 Laurel Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Laurel, MD
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
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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.