GE owners in Manitowoc usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Manitowoc, 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 Manitowoc
40 repair companies serve Manitowoc from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Green Bay (11), Appleton (7), and Oshkosh (4). The farthest listed company is about 51 miles out. None of the repair companies near Manitowoc name GE in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Eclipse Servicing Co, around 21.9 miles out. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Manitowoc is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 21.9, 22.8, 22.9 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 47 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
At the top of the Manitowoc list: Mr. Appliance of Green Bay (30.9 miles away, based in De Pere, 4.8 stars from 428 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Appleton (30.9 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (45.2 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Silica For Your Home Parts & Service Department (45.7 miles away, based in Fond du Lac, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), undercounter ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and dual ice maker.
Know Your GE Ice Maker
What Makes GE Ice Maker Repairs Different
The icemaker fills from the rear while its thermostat sits at the front cube, so a slow fill or a freezer colder than about -10°F can eject the rear cubes before they are solid and leave them hollow. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator - Hollow, Mushy, or Small Ice Cubes
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 leaking. Unplug the refrigerator, then check the water line fittings, water valve, fill tube extension and defrost drain, and make sure the unit is level. Source: GE Appliances - Why is my ice maker leaking and dripping water?
- 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
Reading a GE Error Code
| 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 |
| dE | The defrost system has not operated properly in the last 24 hours. 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Manitowoc and freezer repair in Manitowoc.
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
- 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.
GE Repair Cost Ranges
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Manitowoc, WI
Most ice maker calls in Manitowoc 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Manitowoc
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Manitowoc, WI
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
Is my GE ice maker worth repairing?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Manitowoc
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Manitowoc
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.