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.
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Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Butner
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Butner. Other nearby bases include Durham (13), Raleigh (11), and Roxboro (4). Distances run up to about 24 miles. The closest is Douglas Ray Refrigeration, about 8.8 miles away. None of the repair companies near Butner name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Butner. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.8, 8.9, 9.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 56 |
Closest matches for Butner: Sears Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.7 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (18.0 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Source Appliance Repair (16.9 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.6 stars from 135 reviews).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including fresh-food compartment ice maker, undercounter ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and chest freezer.
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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?
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- Freezer warm on the outside. GE says chest freezers shed heat through the cabinet and uprights have case heaters to stop sweating, so a warm exterior is normal if clearance is adequate. Source: GE Appliances - Warm Freezer Exterior
- 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
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- An error code or temperature alarm
What Gets Fixed on a Butner Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Butner and freezer repair in Butner.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Butner Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Butner 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Butner
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Butner, NC
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Butner
GE ice maker and freezer repair for Roxboro is handled by the same companies listed for Butner. 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 Butner technician bring the right parts.