A NEW CHAPTER FOR A WAVERLY CLASSIC

Empire Repair represents the next chapter of a long‑trusted local business. In early 2026, Schmit Automotive, a staple in the Waverly community for many years, transitioned to new ownership under the name Empire Repair, marking a fresh beginning rooted in the same commitment to honest, dependable automotive service.

Built on the foundation of a respected local legacy, Empire Repair proudly carries that history forward while bringing new energy, vision, and customer‑focused innovation to Waverly.

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Our Team

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zach

tony

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jordan

jared

seth

preston

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copper

luna

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WHAT SETS US APART

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Discover the values, quality, and customer‑first approach that make Empire Repair the trusted choice in Waverly and the surrounding communities.

At Empire Repair, we’re proud to provide dependable automotive repair and maintenance services to drivers in Waverly, Nebraska, and the surrounding communities. As a local shop backed by Crown Companies, we deliver reliable, high‑quality automotive care to the people and businesses who keep this region moving.

Whether you need routine maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, or fleet services, our team is here to support you with honest workmanship and a people‑first approach.

At Empire Repair, safety isn't just a policy, it's a core value that runs through every aspect of how we operate. Our shop benefits from a Crown Companies Safety Director holding an OSHA 500 Certification, the highest level of OSHA safety training available. This ensures that our facility, our team, and every vehicle we service meets the highest standards of safety and professionalism. As a Crown Companies affiliate, Empire Repair has access to shared safety leadership and resources that go well beyond what most independent shops can offer. Every Monday morning at 7:00am, our entire team gathers before the work week begins for a meeting that includes a dedicated safety segment — keeping safety top of mind for every technician, every single week. For our customers, that consistency means your vehicle is being handled by a team that is trained, prepared, and committed to doing things the right way — every time you bring it in.

safety is our priority.

PROUDLY AFFILIATED WITH CROWN CO.

Empire Repair is proud to be part of Crown Co., a local family of eight diverse companies that each serve the community in their own unique way. Crown Co. brings together businesses from multiple industries, all connected by the same commitment to hard work, service, and strong Nebraska values. All eight companies are guided by the Crown Co. core values:

Grit
Loyalty
Positive Mindset
Enjoy the Journey
Integrity

These values shape everything we do at Empire Repair, from how we approach every diagnosis to the way we care for our customers and their vehicles. Being part of Crown Co. strengthens our ability to serve the community while allowing us to remain the same friendly, trustworthy neighborhood auto shop you know.