Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washer Technicians Serving Crete, NE
Within 30 miles of Crete there are 15 appliance repair companies in our data. 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 washing machine or washer work specifically. Gene's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Crete. Rated companies nearby average 3.8 stars across 13 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 16.4, 18.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 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).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Crete
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Crete
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
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 Crete
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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Crete, NE
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Do you cover Crete and nearby towns?
Washer Repair by Brand in Crete
Washing Machine Repair Near Crete
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Crete technician a trip for parts.