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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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Wausau
Our data shows 16 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Wausau. 2 of them are based in Wausau itself, and the rest are spread across Stevens Point (2), Wisconsin Rapids (2), and Rhinelander (2). Distances run up to about 55 miles. No company within 90 miles of Wausau mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: A-Aaron Appliance Repair., around 0.2 miles out. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Wausau is inside its regular service area.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 9.5 |
The leading options for Wausau are Sears Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Antigo, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.8 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M&S Appliance Repair (42.3 miles away, based in Wisconsin Rapids, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.9 miles away, based in Rhinelander, 4.6 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
GE ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, undercounter ice maker, in-door ice maker, and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, GE sells chest freezer, French door bottom-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer, and side-by-side refrigerator.
GE Ice and Freezer Features
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
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
- 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
- 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 |
|---|---|
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Error, Fault or Function Codes |
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your GE Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Wausau and freezer repair in Wausau.
Owner Care for GE Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
Most GE ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Wausau
Most ice maker calls in Wausau 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Wausau
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Wausau, WI
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
What should I do about a GE error code?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
How do I find a technician who knows GE ice makers?
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Nearby Towns Served From Wausau
The technicians listed for Wausau also cover smaller towns nearby, including Rib Mountain, Merrill, and Rhinelander. 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 Wausau technician bring the right parts.