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.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Port Lavaca
Within 60 miles of Port Lavaca there are 10 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Victoria (3), Rockport (3), and El Campo (2). Distances run up to about 56 miles. Nearest on the list: Elite Appliance Repair, around 25.0 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Port Lavaca mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Port Lavaca is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Port Lavaca. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 25.0, 26.5, 28.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
First up for Port Lavaca: Appliance Pro (26.5 miles away, based in Victoria, 4.7 stars from 160 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.3 miles away, based in Rockport, 4.2 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Victoria, 4.1 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.5 miles away, based in El Campo, 4.6 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
GE says the icemaker mold has to get down to about 16°F before a cycle will start, so a warm freezer slows or stops ice production. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Icemaker Not Producing Ice
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. 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 will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What Gets Fixed on a Port Lavaca Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Port Lavaca and freezer repair in Port Lavaca.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Port Lavaca
Most ice maker calls in Port Lavaca 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.
Questions to Ask a Port Lavaca Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Port Lavaca, TX
Should I repair or replace my GE refrigerator?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
What should I do about a GE error code?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Port Lavaca, TX
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Port Lavaca
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Port Lavaca technician bring the right parts.