Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs in Waldorf involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Waldorf list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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 Waldorf
40 repair companies serve Waldorf from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Waldorf itself, and the rest are spread across Alexandria (12), Fort Washington (4), and Lorton (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.7 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. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waldorf. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 20 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.9, 2.6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Waldorf list: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (21.1 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (14.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (15.3 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, dual ice maker, in-door ice maker, and undercounter ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells side-by-side refrigerator, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and upright freezer.
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
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 leaking. Unplug the refrigerator, then check the water line fittings, water valve, fill tube extension and defrost drain, and make sure the unit is level. Source: GE Appliances - Why is my ice maker leaking and dripping water?
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- An error code or temperature alarm
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Waldorf and freezer repair in Waldorf.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- 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:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Waldorf, MD
Most ice maker calls in Waldorf 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 Waldorf 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?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Waldorf, MD
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you repair GE standalone freezers too?
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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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.