Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs in Brandermill involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Brandermill 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.
Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, Brandermill VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Brandermill. Other nearby bases include Richmond (25), Colonial Heights (3), and Midlothian (2). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Brandermill mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Pro Line Appliance Installation is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Brandermill. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 51 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.6, 5.6 |
At the top of the Brandermill list: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (16.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Appliance Doctor Inc (17.5 miles away, based in Glen Allen, 4.8 stars from 119 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.0 miles away, based in Colonial Heights, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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 |
| 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
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Brandermill
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Brandermill and freezer repair in Brandermill.
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
- 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
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:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$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 / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Brandermill Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Brandermill 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Brandermill
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Brandermill, VA
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
Which Brandermill technicians work on GE?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Brandermill
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Brandermill
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Brandermill
GE ice maker and freezer repair for Woodlake is handled by the same companies listed for Brandermill. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Brandermill technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.