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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Crete, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Crete
15 repair companies serve Crete from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Crete itself, and other nearby bases include Lincoln (11), Seward (1), and Beatrice (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. Gene's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Crete. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 16.4, 18.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 15 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
First up for Crete: Sears Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Lincoln, 3.9 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Savers Appliance Service (20.8 miles away, based in Lincoln, 1.5 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Beatrice, 4.0 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Andy's Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Lincoln, 4.8 stars from 1,140 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Crete Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Crete 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 Crete
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Crete, NE
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.