If your GE ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. The Forest list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by GE. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact GE directly.
Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, Forest VA
We found 35 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Forest. The rest are spread across Roanoke (9), Lynchburg (4), and Fishersville (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Of those, 2 mention GE by name. George's Appliance Sales is the nearest, roughly 4.6 miles from Forest. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 31 businesses. Forest is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Forest. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 60 miles | 35 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Mention GE | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.6, 5.4, 5.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
The leading options for Forest are GE Appliance Services (36.9 miles away, based in Roanoke, 1.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Peerless Appliance Services (36.0 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (35.5 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells in-door ice maker, undercounter ice maker, dual ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
Depending on the model, the ice maker can sit in the freezer, in the fresh food section or in the fresh food door, and daily output runs roughly 3 to 4.5 pounds by style. Source: GE Appliances - How much ice should I get in a day?
GE Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Freezer warm on the outside. GE says chest freezers shed heat through the cabinet and uprights have case heaters to stop sweating, so a warm exterior is normal if clearance is adequate. Source: GE Appliances - Warm Freezer Exterior
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. 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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Forest
Not sure it is a GE problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Forest and freezer repair in Forest.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Forest Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Forest 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.
Before You Book in Forest
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Forest, VA
Is this GE customer service?
What should I do about a GE error code?
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Forest
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Forest
GE ice maker and freezer repair for Bedford is handled by the same companies listed for Forest. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
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.