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. Below are independent repair companies serving Kent, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Kent
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kent. 13 of them are based in Kent itself, and other nearby bases include Auburn (10), Renton (9), and Tukwila (3). Nearest on the list: Kent Appliance Repair, around 0.6 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. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kent. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.9, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
The leading options for Kent are GE Monogram Repair Kirkland (21.5 miles away, based in Kirkland, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Tukwila, 4.3 stars from 471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Repair Solutions (4.1 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.9 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 150 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-door ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
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
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?
Common GE Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
GE Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| CI | Check that the ice maker is working properly. 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 |
Signs Your GE Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Kent
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Keeping a GE Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Keeping the freezer about three-quarters full helps the ice maker run efficiently and hold temperature. Source: GE Appliances - How much ice should I get in a day?
- 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
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 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 line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Kent Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Kent 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Kent
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Kent, WA
Can the same technician fix my GE chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my GE refrigerator showing a code?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Kent, WA
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Kent
Write down any code or light your GE display shows and when it appears. It helps a Kent technician bring the right parts.