GE owners in Federal Way usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Federal Way list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Federal Way
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Federal Way. 6 list an address in Federal Way, and other nearby bases include Auburn (12), Kent (11), and Tacoma (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Service Solutions LLC, around 0.7 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention GE by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.1, 1.5 |
The leading options for Federal Way are GE Monogram Repair Kirkland (27.9 miles away, based in Kirkland, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (2.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Repair Solutions (6.8 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.9 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&H Appliance and Home services (1.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
GE ice makers come in several designs, including fresh-food compartment ice maker, in-door ice maker, undercounter ice maker, and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and upright freezer.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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 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
- 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
- New ice maker not making ice. A new ice maker often ships switched off and can take up to 24 hours to get cold enough, and it cycles a few times to purge air before the first fill. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - New Icemaker Not Producing Ice
Reading a GE Error Code
| 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 |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator 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 is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Federal Way and freezer repair in Federal Way.
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.
What GE Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a GE refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Federal Way
Most ice maker calls in Federal Way 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Federal Way
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Federal Way, WA
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Related Repair Pages for Federal Way
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Federal Way
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.