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. Below are independent repair companies serving Garfield Heights, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Garfield Heights
Within 30 miles of Garfield Heights there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Garfield Heights itself, and the rest are spread across Cleveland (21), Parma (3), and Cleveland Heights (2). Distances run up to about 10 miles. No company within 90 miles of Garfield Heights mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Super Mobile Appliance LLC, about 0.6 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 2.4, 2.8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Garfield Heights: Sears Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Middleburg Heights, 4.7 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (3.8 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Seven Hills, 4.6 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Margus Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and undercounter ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What a GE Technician Deals With
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?
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- New ice maker not making ice. A new ice maker often ships switched off and can take up to 24 hours to get cold enough, and it cycles a few times to purge air before the first fill. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - New Icemaker Not Producing Ice
- 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 |
|---|---|
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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 |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Garfield Heights and freezer repair in Garfield Heights.
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
- 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.
Budgeting for a GE Ice Maker Repair
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - 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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Garfield Heights
Most ice maker calls in Garfield Heights 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
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Before You Book in Garfield Heights
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Garfield Heights, OH
Which Garfield Heights technicians work on GE?
Do you work for GE?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Garfield Heights
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Garfield Heights technician bring the right parts.