Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs in Colonial Heights involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Colonial Heights list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Colonial Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Colonial Heights. 3 list an address in Colonial Heights, and other nearby bases include Richmond (23), Petersburg (4), and Midlothian (2). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Colonial Heights. None of the repair companies near Colonial Heights name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Colonial Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.3, 2.9 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 49 |
Closest matches for Colonial Heights: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (21.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.3 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, dual ice maker, fresh-food compartment ice maker, and countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and each one fails in its own way.
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?
What GE Says to Check First
- Opal nugget ice maker low or no ice. A blocked ice chute can give a false full-bin signal, so clean the Opal per the manual and make sure the bin is fully inserted. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Troubleshooting
- Ice maker not making ice. First make sure the ice maker is turned on, then confirm the freezer is at 0°F and that clumped ice is not jamming the feeler arm. Source: GE Appliances - Icemaker Troubleshooting Tips
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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 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 |
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a Colonial Heights Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Colonial Heights and freezer repair in Colonial Heights.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Colonial Heights, VA
Most ice maker calls in Colonial Heights 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.
Questions to Ask a Colonial Heights Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Colonial Heights, VA
Which Colonial Heights technicians work on GE?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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GE ice maker and freezer repair for Ettrick is handled by the same companies listed for Colonial Heights. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Colonial Heights technician bring the right parts.