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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions GE and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent GE Ice Maker Technicians, Hazel Dell WA
Within 30 miles of Hazel Dell there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Vancouver (33), Portland (4), and Brush Prairie (2). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. The closest is Tekniton, about 0.7 miles away. None of the repair companies near Hazel Dell name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
Closest matches for Hazel Dell: 5 Star In Home Services (8.2 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 1,466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Vancouver (5.0 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.7 stars from 935 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HVAC & Appliance Repair Guys (8.4 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and undercounter ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
How GE Ice Makers and Freezers Work
On the Opal nugget ice maker, two small sensors at the ice chute entrance detect a full bin and tell the unit when to go into defrost, and they stop working properly when coated with scale. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Cleaning the Sensor
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Opal nugget ice maker low or no ice. A blocked ice chute can give a false full-bin signal, so clean the Opal per the manual and make sure the bin is fully inserted. Source: GE Appliances - Opal Ice Maker - Troubleshooting
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| E and 8 | On an upright freezer control, the temperature sensor (thermistor) is shorted; needs service if a 30-second power reset doesn't clear it. 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Hazel Dell
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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
- 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
Brand guides: GE Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
Budgeting for a GE Ice Maker Repair
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What to Have Ready for a GE Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Hazel Dell, WA
Most ice maker calls in Hazel Dell 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.
Questions to Ask a Hazel Dell Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hazel Dell, WA
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hazel Dell
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Hazel Dell technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the GE ice maker itself.