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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, McMinnville TN
Within 60 miles of McMinnville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in McMinnville, and the rest are spread across Murfreesboro (8), Crossville (4), and Cookeville (3). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. The closest is Appliance Parts & Services Co., about 8.1 miles away. No company within 90 miles of McMinnville mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether McMinnville is inside its regular service area.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 22 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 23 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.1, 20.0, 25.7 |
Closest matches for McMinnville: The Appliance Guy, LLC (20.0 miles away, based in Smithville, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews); Doctor Appliance (34.0 miles away, based in Estill Springs, 4.6 stars from 1,106 reviews); Mr Boro Appliance (36.1 miles away, based in Murfreesboro, 4.7 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of The Cumberlands (33.8 miles away, based in Cookeville, 4.6 stars from 364 reviews).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells in-door ice maker, undercounter ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, and dual ice maker.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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?
- 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
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in McMinnville and freezer repair in McMinnville.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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.
GE Repair Cost Ranges
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it 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: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What McMinnville Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in McMinnville 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near McMinnville
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: McMinnville, TN
Is this GE customer service?
Which McMinnville technicians work on GE?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a McMinnville technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.