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.
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.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Hybla Valley
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hybla Valley. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (24), Springfield (10), and Fort Washington (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Hybla Valley names GE in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Appliance Care, around 1.2 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hybla Valley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 18 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.7, 2.2 |
At the top of the Hybla Valley list: District-Columbia Hotpoint Rpr (10.6 miles away, based in Washington, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (1.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including fresh-food compartment ice maker, undercounter ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells chest freezer, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and top-freezer refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
What a GE Technician Deals With
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
- 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 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
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E and 7 | On an upright freezer control, a button has been held in for more than 30 seconds. Source: GE Appliances - Freezer Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| FF | Freezer temperature has risen too high; check frozen food for thawing. 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 |
When to Call for GE Ice Maker Repair
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Hybla Valley and freezer repair in Hybla Valley.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Hybla Valley
Most ice maker calls in Hybla Valley 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Hybla Valley
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hybla Valley, VA
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you work for GE?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Hybla Valley
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hybla Valley
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.