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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Melville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Melville. 4 of them are based in Melville itself, and other nearby bases include Farmingdale (4), Huntington (4), and Syosset (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Sterling Service Group, about 0.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Melville mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 27 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
Closest matches for Melville: Americold Commercial Refrigeration Consultants Inc. (2.0 miles away, based in Farmingdale, 4.9 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in East Northport, 4.6 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Hicksville, 4.6 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SQServicers (5.7 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 5.0 stars from 163 reviews).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice maker, undercounter ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and in-door ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells chest freezer, upright freezer, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
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
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 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?
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 |
| E and 7 | On an upright freezer control, a button has been held in for more than 30 seconds. Source: GE Appliances - Freezer 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
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What Gets Fixed on a Melville Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Melville and freezer repair in Melville.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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?
- 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
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
Budgeting for a GE Ice Maker Repair
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for Melville
Most ice maker calls in Melville 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.
Before You Book in Melville
- 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: Melville, NY
Is this GE customer service?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Melville technician bring the right parts.