Getting the Most Value from Your Auto Repair Shop
When working with any auto mechanic, always request a written estimate. Now granted, an estimate is just that, an “educated guess,” but in most states, the shop is required to contact you for approval if the estimate rises more than 10 percent. You should also check the shop’s hourly labor rates, which can vary widely and will largely determine how expensive the work will be. Of course, in a competitive market, higher labor may mean more quality work. On the other hand, if you shop around and get second opinions from other car owners, you should be able to find good work at a great price. Any quality mechanic will realize there is more money to be made in well satisfied, returning customers than overcharging them for the work.