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 Lorain list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lorain
Within 30 miles of Lorain there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Lorain itself, and other nearby bases include Cleveland (11), Amherst (3), and Elyria (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Lorain mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. CLE Restaurant Service is the nearest, roughly 2.7 miles from Lorain. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 54 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.7, 3.0, 3.1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
The leading options for Lorain are Mr. Appliance of Lorain County (4.9 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.7 stars from 622 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CLE Restaurant Service (2.7 miles away, based in Amherst, 5.0 stars from 103 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Elyria, 4.8 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Middleburg Heights, 4.7 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
On the Opal nugget ice maker, two small sensors at the ice chute entrance detect a full bin and tell the unit when to go into defrost, and they stop working properly when coated with scale. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Cleaning the Sensor
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Ice maker not making ice. First make sure the ice maker is turned on, then confirm the freezer is at 0°F and that clumped ice is not jamming the feeler arm. Source: GE Appliances - Icemaker Troubleshooting Tips
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. 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 |
| 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
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What Gets Fixed on a Lorain Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Lorain and freezer repair in Lorain.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Local Notes for Lorain
Most ice maker calls in Lorain 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
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Lorain
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lorain, OH
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Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lorain
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