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. Below are independent repair companies serving Rapid City, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Rapid City
We found 8 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Rapid City. 5 list an address in Rapid City, and other nearby bases include Spearfish (2) and Hot Springs (1). None of the repair companies near Rapid City name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 6 businesses. Rapid City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 1.7, 1.8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
Closest matches for Rapid City: Appliance Repair Services (1.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 279 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, lists Saturday hours); K&D Appliance Service (3.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,304 reviews); Appliances & Electronics Repair Lab (4.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, undercounter ice maker, and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, chest freezer, and upright freezer.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What Gets Fixed on a Rapid City Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Rapid City and freezer repair in Rapid City.
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.
GE Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Local Notes for Rapid City
Most ice maker calls in Rapid City 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Rapid City
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Rapid City, SD
Is this GE customer service?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
Which Rapid City technicians work on GE?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Rapid City
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your GE refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.