Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs in West Columbia involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The West Columbia list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near West Columbia
28 repair companies serve West Columbia from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in West Columbia itself, and other nearby bases include Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and Cayce (1). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from West Columbia. Of those, 1 mentions GE by name. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Columbia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention GE | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 1.9, 2.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
First up for West Columbia: Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (2.6 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Appliance Professional (4.0 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expo Appliance Service (4.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews); Quick Appliance repair llc (3.6 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells dual ice maker, in-door ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, and undercounter ice maker. Freezer styles include French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, upright freezer, and top-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
What a GE Technician Deals With
Common leak points GE lists for the ice maker are loose water line fittings, a leaking water valve, a leaking fill tube extension and a clogged defrost drain. Source: GE Appliances - Why is my ice maker leaking and dripping water?
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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 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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in West Columbia and freezer repair in West Columbia.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- 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?
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:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for West Columbia
Most ice maker calls in West Columbia 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a West Columbia Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: West Columbia, SC
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is this GE customer service?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a West Columbia technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.