We're really glad to hear that you love your Opal! Though, we certainly apologize that you had to move it to the garage because of the noise. That must be pretty annoying. Your new icemaker may make sounds that are not familiar, but thankfully, most of these sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls, and countertops can amplify these sounds. If you'd like to review common noises, their causes, and some troubleshooting tips, check out page 14 of the owner's manual: https://products.geappliances.com/MarketingObjectRetrieval/Dispatcher?RequestType=PDF&Name=49-1000464-4.pdf&_ga=2.219173087.7190747.1646663373-1156894598.1645713472. If you have questions moving forward, please reach out! We're always happy to help. Take care, Kelsey@GEA