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. The Fargo 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.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Fargo
Within 60 miles of Fargo there are 8 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Fargo itself, and other nearby bases include Moorhead (1), Pelican Rapids (1), and Wahpeton (1). The farthest listed company is about 43 miles out. Nearest on the list: Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC, around 0.6 miles out. 1 of them mentions GE in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 8 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Fargo is inside its regular service area.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.9, 2.2 |
| Mention GE | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
The leading options for Fargo are Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (0.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); Appliance Pros (2.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 127 reviews); The Appliance Guy FM (3.4 miles away, based in Moorhead, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dacotah Tech Appliance (3.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), undercounter ice maker, dual ice maker, and fresh-food compartment ice maker. Freezer styles include upright freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
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?
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
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- Opal nugget ice maker low or no ice. A blocked ice chute can give a false full-bin signal, so clean the Opal per the manual and make sure the bin is fully inserted. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Troubleshooting
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a Fargo Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Fargo and freezer repair in Fargo.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Fargo, ND
Most ice maker calls in Fargo 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 North Dakota, you can check a license with the North Dakota Secretary of State FirstStop contractor search or report a problem to the North Dakota Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Fargo
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Fargo, ND
Which Fargo technicians work on GE?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Fargo
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Fargo
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Fargo technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.