GE owners in Lake Monticello usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Lake Monticello 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 Lake Monticello
Within 60 miles of Lake Monticello there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Richmond (6), Charlottesville (4), and Fishersville (3). No company within 90 miles of Lake Monticello mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Tech-24 (Charlottesville Virginia), about 10.7 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake Monticello is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.7, 10.7, 11.1 |
At the top of the Lake Monticello list: Sears Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (43.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (49.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Appliance Doctor Inc (45.5 miles away, based in Glen Allen, 4.8 stars from 119 reviews).
Which GE Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells in-door ice maker, undercounter ice maker, dual ice maker, and fresh-food compartment ice maker.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
What GE Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| 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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Lake Monticello and freezer repair in Lake Monticello.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- 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.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Lake Monticello Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Lake Monticello 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 Lake Monticello
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lake Monticello, VA
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
Do you work for GE?
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Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Monticello technician bring the right parts.