It can be difficult finding a good auto repair service. We know because we\u2019re in the business of auto repair. We know how our competitors do things, and we like to do them a little differently. That\u2019s why we have compiled this top 10 list of tips on finding good auto repair service. We know we fit the bill, and you deserve to know what to look for.<\/p>\n
1. Keep your vehicle owner\u2019s manual close<\/strong> How to Sniff Out a Good Auto Repair Service Provider It can be difficult finding a good auto repair service. We know because we\u2019re in the business of auto repair. We know how our competitors do things, and we like to do them a little differently. That\u2019s why we have compiled this top 10 list […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2235,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[52,13],"tags":[156,157,97,158,159,160,161],"class_list":["post-2413","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","category-whats-going-on","tag-ase-certified","tag-ase-certified-technician","tag-auto-repair","tag-auto-repair-myths","tag-auto-repair-service","tag-auto-technician","tag-good-auto-repair"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2413","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2413"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2413\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2927,"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2413\/revisions\/2927"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/2235"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2413"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2413"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/courthouseautomotive.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2413"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nYour service manual is provided to you for a reason. It organizes all of the pertinent information specific to your vehicle\u2019s make and model. It can sometimes lead to an answer to your car service questions.
\n2. Decide between an independent garage or your dealership\u2019s service station<\/strong>
\nDealership technicians are manufacturer-trained specialists that work exclusively on your make of vehicle. However, it is the most expensive route and it doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that they are the best. In fact, most independent corner garages hire technicians that used to work directly for the dealerships.
\n3. Keep your service records in order<\/strong>
\nYou may have a tendency to throw away that receipt once you get your car serviced, but keeping meticulous records on what\u2019s been done on your vehicle can benefit you greatly in the future. It can help your current mechanic diagnose your vehicle\u2019s needs.
\n4. Check if the technician is trained on your specific vehicle make<\/strong>
\nFrom brand to brand, each car and truck has unique characteristics especially nowadays. Updates on vehicle safety has brought with it special tools and procedures. It\u2019s best to see if your technician is privy to them.
\n5. Ask about labor and pricing rates<\/strong>
\nMost shops bill according to repair times established by the manufacturer. Just take a look at your estimate and make sure to check the labor rates for discrepancies.
\n6. Ask questions<\/strong>
\nDon\u2019t be afraid to ask questions about a repair. If you think something is fishy, it probably is. A good technician will take the time to explain the details of the repair to you in an educated manner.
\n7. Request OEM parts<\/strong>
\nOEM parts, or factory original parts, are specified for your vehicle for a reason. They are more expensive, but take the time to weigh the options of going with aftermarket.
\n8. Is the mechanic A.S.E. certified?<\/strong>
\nThe National Institute for Automotive Excellence keeps up with vehicle standards, and provides rigorous tests to prove the mechanic\u2019s personal excellence in the field. Your neighbor that works on his own cars frequently would not be able to pass these tests.
\n9. Ignore the 100,000 mile tune-up myth<\/strong>
\nOnce again, check your owner\u2019s manual! Each vehicle is different, and requires a tune-up at different intervals.
\n10. Look out for warning signs<\/strong>
\nIf your mechanic can\u2019t look you in the eye when providing you with an estimate, it\u2019s a red flag. Look for warning signs of a greedy technician. They\u2019re easy to spot.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"