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. Below are independent repair companies serving Clifton, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by GE. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact GE directly.
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Clifton
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Clifton. 17 list an address in Clifton, and the rest are spread across Paterson (6), Passaic (5), and Garfield (2). No company within 90 miles of Clifton mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Kenyon Appliance & Repair Co., about 0.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clifton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.3, 0.3 |
Closest matches for Clifton: Sam The Man Repairs LLC (1.4 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clickfix appliance repair (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Passaic, 4.5 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gibbs Appliance (3.1 miles away, based in Paterson, 4.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
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 in-door ice maker. Freezer styles include upright freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, chest freezer, and French door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
GE says the icemaker mold has to get down to about 16°F before a cycle will start, so a warm freezer slows or stops ice production. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Icemaker Not Producing Ice
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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?
- 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Clifton and freezer repair in Clifton.
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?
- 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
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Clifton
Most ice maker calls in Clifton 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Clifton
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Clifton, NJ
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
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Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Clifton technician bring the right parts.