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 Grand Island 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 Grand Island
We found 7 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Grand Island. 1 of them are based in Grand Island itself, and other nearby bases include Kearney (4) and Hastings (2). Distances run up to about 44 miles. 1 lists washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Mora's Appliance Service, around 1.9 miles out. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Grand Island 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 20.7, 23.3 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
First up for Grand Island: Sears Appliance Repair (40.2 miles away, based in Kearney, 4.7 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mora's Appliance Service (1.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 57 reviews); Aunt Jo's Maytag-Home Appliance Center (40.6 miles away, based in Kearney, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews); Beman's Sales & Service (23.3 miles away, based in Hastings, 3.9 stars from 66 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 Grand Island Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Grand Island 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Grand Island
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Grand Island, NE
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Grand Island
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.