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 Passaic, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, Passaic NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Passaic. 5 of them are based in Passaic itself, and other nearby bases include Clifton (17), Paterson (3), and Lyndhurst (3). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Nearest on the list: Sam The Man Repairs LLC, around 0.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Passaic mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Passaic. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
The leading options for Passaic are Sam The Man Repairs LLC (0.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clickfix appliance repair (2.2 miles away, based in Clifton, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gibbs Appliance (3.8 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 in-freezer ice maker, undercounter ice maker, in-door ice maker, and fresh-food compartment ice maker. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, and upright freezer.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
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
- Freezer not freezing. On an upright or chest freezer whose lights work but won't cool, GE says to confirm the control isn't set to OFF before scheduling repair. Source: GE Appliances - Upright & Chest Freezer - Not Working
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. If cubes jam the ejector rake the cycle can't finish, so clear the ice carefully because the mold may be hot. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Icemaker Not Producing Ice
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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Passaic and freezer repair in Passaic.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- 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.
GE Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Passaic, NJ
Most ice maker calls in Passaic 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 Passaic
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Passaic, NJ
Should I repair or replace my GE refrigerator?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Passaic technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.