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. The Ferndale list starts with companies that name GE, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with GE, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on GE Ice Makers Near Ferndale
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Ferndale. Other nearby bases include Bellingham (7), Arlington (2), and Marysville (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. ICE DR. is the nearest, roughly 6.3 miles from Ferndale. None of the companies within 60 miles mention GE by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Ferndale is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ferndale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.3, 6.9, 7.4 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
Closest matches for Ferndale: GE Monogram Repair Kirkland (81.9 miles away, based in Kirkland, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (59.7 miles away, based in Sequim, 4.7 stars from 220 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A/C Dr. Naz (54.7 miles away, based in Marysville, 5.0 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ICE DR. (6.3 miles away, based in Bellingham).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells undercounter ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), in-door ice maker, and fresh-food compartment ice maker. Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
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
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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Ferndale
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Ferndale and freezer repair in Ferndale.
Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
A GE ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Ferndale
Most ice maker calls in Ferndale 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.
Before You Book in Ferndale
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Ferndale, WA
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Also Serving Towns Around Ferndale
The technicians listed for Ferndale also cover smaller towns nearby, including Birch Bay and Blaine. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest GE ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Ferndale technician bring the right parts.