Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Columbus list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Columbus
Within 60 miles of Columbus there are 23 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Columbus, and other nearby bases include Lincoln (11), Fremont (4), and Norfolk (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Don's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Columbus. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 19 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Columbus is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 2.0, 38.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 23 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
First up for Columbus: Sears Appliance Repair (40.7 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.4 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of West Omaha (59.4 miles away, based in Elkhorn, 4.8 stars from 309 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.6 miles away, based in Fremont, 4.8 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.1 miles away, based in Lincoln, 3.9 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Columbus. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Columbus
Most washer calls in Columbus come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Nebraska does not license appliance repair technicians at the state level; contractors working on other people's property register with the Department of Labor, and trade licenses such as plumbing are handled by cities and villages. Source: Nebraska Department of Labor: Who Needs to Register
In Nebraska, you can check a license with the Nebraska Department of Labor contractor registration (Search Registered Contractors and Subcontractors) or report a problem to the Nebraska Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Columbus
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbus, NE
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Columbus
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Columbus
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Columbus technician can then bring the right parts for either one.