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.
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.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Hampton Bays
Within 30 miles of Hampton Bays there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Hampton Bays, and the rest are spread across Riverhead (5), Southampton (3), and Bridgehampton (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Westbrook Appliance & Repair Help, about 0.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Hampton Bays name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hampton Bays. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.8, 5.4 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 47 |
The leading options for Hampton Bays are Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Riverhead, 4.4 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Just in time refrigeration (17.9 miles away, based in Mastic Beach, 4.8 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Hamptons (6.8 miles away, based in Southampton, 4.5 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Bridgehampton, 4.2 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells in-door ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, undercounter ice maker, and countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal).
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?
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Hampton Bays and freezer repair in Hampton Bays.
Care GE Recommends
- Most GE upright and chest freezers need at least 3 inches of clearance on the top and sides for airflow, and a warm cabinet exterior is normal on both types. Source: GE Appliances - Warm Freezer Exterior
- 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
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Hampton Bays Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Hampton Bays 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Hampton Bays Repair Technician
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hampton Bays, NY
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Nearby Towns Served From Hampton Bays
The technicians listed for Hampton Bays also cover smaller towns nearby, including East Quogue, Flanders, and Springs. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest GE ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Hampton Bays technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.