GE owners in Ann Arbor usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Ann Arbor list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Ann Arbor
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Ann Arbor. 5 list an address in Ann Arbor, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Romulus (3), and Dearborn Heights (3). Distances run up to about 25 miles. None of the repair companies near Ann Arbor name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Anytime Ann Arbor Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Ann Arbor. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ann Arbor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 2.6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
At the top of the Ann Arbor list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (24.9 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (19.8 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,578 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Features
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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?
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?
What GE Says to Check First
- Ice maker not making ice. First make sure the ice maker is turned on, then confirm the freezer is at 0°F and that clumped ice is not jamming the feeler arm. Source: GE Appliances - Icemaker Troubleshooting Tips
- 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
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 |
| E and 7 | On an upright freezer control, a button has been held in for more than 30 seconds. 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Ann Arbor and freezer repair in Ann Arbor.
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.
Budgeting for a GE Ice Maker Repair
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Ann Arbor
Most ice maker calls in Ann Arbor 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Ann Arbor Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Ann Arbor, MI
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
Do you work for GE?
Related Repair Pages for Ann Arbor
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Ann Arbor
Nearby Towns Served From Ann Arbor
Live outside Ann Arbor? The same GE ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Saline and Chelsea. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
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.