If your GE ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. The St. James list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near St. James
Within 30 miles of St. James there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Hauppauge (6), Stony Brook (3), and Holtsville (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: Turnpike Appliance, around 1.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near St. James name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.4, 2.4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for St. James are Eddies Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (6.2 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JIC Appliance Care LLC (7.5 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix It Guys Handyman Service (5.2 miles away, based in Selden, 4.9 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What Gets Fixed on a St. James Ice Maker Call
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Care GE Recommends
- 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.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- 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 St. James, NY
Most ice maker calls in St. James 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near St. James
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: St. James, NY
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near St. James
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a St. James technician bring the right parts.