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. Below are independent repair companies serving Gillette, with those that mention GE first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with GE. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair GE ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Gillette
Within 83 miles of Gillette there are 7 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Gillette, and the rest are spread across Sheridan (3) and Spearfish (2). The farthest listed company is about 83 miles out. Shield Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Gillette. No company within 90 miles of Gillette mentions GE by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 4 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Gillette is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gillette. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (83 mi) | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 21.9, 79.3 |
Closest matches for Gillette: Appliance Repair Company (21.9 miles away, 4.2 stars from 53 reviews); Shield Appliance (1.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 25 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (82.4 miles away, based in Spearfish, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (79.3 miles away, based in Sheridan, lists Saturday hours).
GE Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which GE ice maker you have before you call: GE sells undercounter ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, countertop nugget ice maker (ge profile opal), and in-door ice maker. Freezer styles include upright freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
GE Lines Technicians Work On
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
- 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
- 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
What GE Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tF | Not a fault; shows that Turbo Freeze is active. 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 |
| 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 |
GE Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- An error code or temperature alarm
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Gillette and freezer repair in Gillette.
Care GE Recommends
- 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
- 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?
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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
What Gillette Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Gillette 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.
The Wyoming State Fire Marshal licenses electricians, electrical contractors and limited technicians (including an HVAC category), and its licensing page lists no appliance repair license. Source: Wyoming State Fire Marshal: Electrical Licensing
In Wyoming, you can check a license with the Wyoming State Fire Marshal Public Portal (electrical licensing) or report a problem to the Wyoming Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Unit.
Before You Book in Gillette
- How often do you repair GE ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gillette, WY
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Do you repair GE standalone freezers too?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Is this GE customer service?
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GE Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Gillette
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.