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.
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 University Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of University Heights. Other nearby bases include Cleveland (20), Cleveland Heights (2), and Parma (2). None of the repair companies near University Heights name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Cedarbrook Appliance Repair Solutions, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from University Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.9, 2.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
First up for University Heights: My Appliance Guy (11.0 miles away, based in Willowick, 4.9 stars from 340 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (8.7 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Richmond Heights, 4.7 stars from 229 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Seven Hills, 4.6 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells dual ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), fresh-food compartment ice maker, and in-door ice maker. On the freezer side, GE sells upright freezer, chest freezer, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, and top-freezer refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
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?
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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?
- Freezer warm on the outside. GE says chest freezers shed heat through the cabinet and uprights have case heaters to stop sweating, so a warm exterior is normal if clearance is adequate. Source: GE Appliances - Warm Freezer Exterior
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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 |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- An error code or temperature alarm
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in University Heights
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in University Heights and freezer repair in University Heights.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
Local Notes for University Heights
Most ice maker calls in University 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
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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near University Heights
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: University Heights, OH
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you work for GE?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
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Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a University Heights technician bring the right parts.