“Built-in microwave stopped heating. Magnetron was gone. Tech sourced OEM part and installed next day. Saved us from replacing the whole unit.”
GE refrigerator ice maker not working is a known issue affecting GFE28G series. Our technicians specialize in GE-specific diagnostics and repair.
Our Sub-Zero fridge stopped cooling right before a dinner party in our Noe Valley home. The technician arrived within two hours, diagnosed a faulty compressor relay, and had it running perfectly before guests arrived.
“Built-in microwave stopped heating. Magnetron was gone. Tech sourced OEM part and installed next day. Saved us from replacing the whole unit.”
“Built-in microwave stopped heating. Magnetron was gone. Tech sourced OEM part and installed next day. Saved us from replacing the whole unit.”
“French door fridge was leaking water inside. Drain line was clogged with ice. Tech cleared it and showed me how to prevent it. Great service.”
“French door fridge was leaking water inside. Drain line was clogged with ice. Tech cleared it and showed me how to prevent it. Great service.”
“Oven wouldn't heat past 250. Igniter was weak — replaced it and calibrated the thermostat. Baked a cake that evening to test. Perfect.”
GE refrigerator ice maker not working is typically caused by frozen water line or failed water inlet valve. GE-specific factor: water inlet valve solenoid failure from sediment or mineral deposit restriction. Repair costs $100-$350 with free diagnostic and 90-day warranty.
Water inlet valve solenoid failure from sediment or mineral deposit restriction
Ice maker control module dead — no harvest or fill cycle activity
Low household water pressure (below 20 psi) preventing proper ice maker fill
Ice maker fill tube frozen over from door gasket air leak
Dispenser auger motor failure — ice forms but cannot be dispensed
Other GE models may also be affected. Book a free diagnostic for confirmation.
Seeing one of these codes? It likely indicates ice maker not working.
Bay Area GE ice maker issues in older San Francisco homes frequently stem from low water pressure — aging galvanized pipes restrict flow below the 20 psi minimum required. GE Profile models are less tolerant of low pressure than competing brands. During ice maker repairs, the technician checks inlet pressure and may recommend a booster pump for homes with aging plumbing.
Force ice maker test cycle: push wire arm down, then up — motor should run, water valve should click after mold rotates to fill position
Measure water pressure at refrigerator supply valve — must be 20-120 psi; below 20 psi prevents proper fill
Test water inlet valve: disconnect fill tube at ice maker, hold over cup, activate fill — should deliver 4-5 oz per fill cycle
Inspect fill tube for ice blockage — use hair dryer to thaw if frozen; check door gasket seal at fill tube entry point
The technician runs a forced test cycle to isolate the failure point. If the inlet valve is restricted, it is replaced at the rear bottom of the unit — a straightforward 25-minute repair. Dead ice maker modules require swapping the entire ice maker assembly inside the freezer, which takes about 30 minutes. Fill tube ice blockage is thawed and the technician inspects the door gasket to prevent recurrence.
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| Typical repair | $100–$350 |
| Repair time | 1-1.5 hours |
| Warranty | 90 days parts + labor |
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Book Free DiagnosticLG French-door fridge was making a grinding noise and freezing everything in the fresh section. EasyBear technician in Fremont found a stuck evaporator fan and recalibrated the temperature board. Silent and perfect now.
Samsung refrigerator ice maker stopped working entirely at our Mountain View place. Tech diagnosed a frozen fill tube and faulty inlet valve — replaced both parts same-day. Ice is flowing again.
Verified reviews from homeowners across San Francisco and Bay Area
“Sub-Zero 36-inch built-in with a noisy compressor. Compressor mounts were worn causing vibration. Mounts replaced and compressor serviced for $295. Fridge is quiet and cooling perfectly. Sub-Zero expertise is rare and valuable.”
Tammy B.
Refrigerator Repair
Palo Alto, CA
“Our Samsung dishwasher was leaking from the bottom. The technician found a loose hose clamp on the circulation pump. It was a simple fix for $120 — I really appreciated the honesty since they could have sold me a new pump. The dishwasher has been leak-free since. Trustworthy company.”
Yuki N.
Dishwasher Repair
San Mateo, CA
“KitchenAid built-in refrigerator was forming puddles underneath. Clogged defrost drain was sending water out the bottom instead of into the drain pan. The tech cleared the drain, added a drain heater clip to prevent recurrence, and cleaned the drain pan. $175 for a fix that eliminated a really annoying problem.”
Alicia R.
Refrigerator Repair
Palo Alto, CA
“Our LG French door refrigerator stopped cooling overnight. With a fridge full of food, we needed emergency service. The tech came same-day, diagnosed a failed compressor relay, and had it running in under an hour. He also told us about LG's compressor warranty which covered the part. Outstanding service.”
Anthony R.
Refrigerator Repair
Sunnyvale, CA
“Our 20-year-old Sub-Zero had a warm refrigerator section. The tech was clearly experienced with Sub-Zero — he diagnosed a failing evaporator fan and weak door gaskets. Replaced both, cleaned the condenser, and the unit is performing like new. $520 for a repair on a unit worth $15K+ to replace. No-brainer.”
Richard Y.
Refrigerator Repair
Cupertino, CA
“Called EasyBear on a Sunday morning when my Samsung fridge stopped cooling. A technician arrived by early afternoon, diagnosed a failed evaporator fan motor, and had it replaced within 90 minutes. Food saved, stress gone. The $265 was absolutely worth it.”
Karen L.
Refrigerator Repair
San Francisco, CA
“Whirlpool fridge compressor running non-stop. Dirty condenser coils were the culprit. Thorough cleaning for $95 service fee. Compressor now cycles normally and energy bill dropped.”
Dave K.
Refrigerator Repair
Daly City, CA
“The technician arrived within 2 hours of my call and diagnosed the issue immediately — a faulty defrost timer causing ice buildup. He had the part on his truck and fixed it in under an hour. My fridge has been running perfectly for 3 months now. Very reasonable price at $275.”
Sarah M.
Refrigerator Repair
San Francisco, CA
“GE upright freezer was running but not getting below 25°F. The evaporator fan motor was failing. Tech replaced it and also checked the defrost system which was still working fine. $210 total and the freezer is back to 0°F. Saved about $800 in frozen food that would have spoiled. Worth every penny.”
Raymond G.
Freezer Repair
San Francisco, CA
“Our chest freezer stopped freezing and we had hundreds of dollars of meat inside. Called at 8am and the tech arrived by 10:30am. Faulty thermostat was the culprit — replaced in 30 minutes. Saved all our food! Cost was $175. Can't thank them enough for the fast response.”
Amanda J.
Freezer Repair
Concord, CA
“Finding someone experienced with Sub-Zero was tough until I found this company. Our 15-year-old Sub-Zero was running constantly and not cooling. The tech cleaned the condenser, replaced the fan motor, and it's been running like new. Worth every penny of the $450 repair — a new Sub-Zero is $12,000+.”
James C.
Refrigerator Repair
Berkeley, CA
“The notorious Samsung ice maker problem struck our French door fridge. The tech was very familiar with this specific issue, performed the recommended fix including defrosting the evaporator and installing a new ice maker kit. It's been 6 weeks and still working great. $350 well spent.”
Wei Z.
Refrigerator Repair
Cupertino, CA