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. 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 Festus
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Festus. 2 list an address in Festus, and the rest are spread across St. Louis (10), Affton (2), and Ellisville (2). Crestwood Appliance repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Festus. No company within 90 miles of Festus mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 22 businesses.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
|---|---|
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 8.6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
The leading options for Festus are Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (26.4 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hoffmann Brothers (28.2 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.9 stars from 11,938 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC (9.7 miles away, based in De Soto, 5.0 stars from 1,596 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.4 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.3 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells dual ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, undercounter ice maker, and countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal). On the freezer side, GE sells side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer, and chest freezer.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What a GE Technician Deals With
On the Opal nugget ice maker, two small sensors at the ice chute entrance detect a full bin and tell the unit when to go into defrost, and they stop working properly when coated with scale. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Cleaning the Sensor
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| 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 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Festus and freezer repair in Festus.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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?
- 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
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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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
- 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 Festus, MO
Most ice maker calls in Festus 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Festus
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Festus, MO
Is this GE customer service?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Which Festus technicians work on GE?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Festus
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Festus
GE ice maker and freezer repair for Pevely and De Soto is handled by the same companies listed for Festus. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Festus technician bring the right parts.