GE owners in Manvel usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Manvel, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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, Manvel TX
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Manvel. 3 list an address in Manvel, and other nearby bases include Houston (8), Missouri City (5), and Bellaire (4). Of those, 1 mentions GE by name. The closest is Manvel Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 37 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Manvel. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 22 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 3.0, 3.1 |
| Mention GE | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
Closest matches for Manvel: Mr. Appliance of League City (12.2 miles away, based in Friendswood, 4.8 stars from 765 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Deer Park (16.6 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Pearland, 4.5 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ️ Kenmore Appliance Repair Pros in Stafford, TX (15.9 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.9 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells fresh-food compartment ice maker, in-door ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and in-freezer ice maker. On the freezer side, GE sells French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and chest freezer.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
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?
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- Small or hollow cubes. Replace a clogged filter, make sure the freezer is not below -10°F and check the supply line for kinks or a partly closed saddle valve. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
- 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 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 |
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What Gets Fixed on a Manvel Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Manvel and freezer repair in Manvel.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Manvel, TX
Most ice maker calls in Manvel 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Manvel
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Manvel, TX
Do you repair GE standalone freezers too?
Which Manvel technicians work on GE?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Manvel
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.