Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Fowler, CA
MechanicRank lists 9 auto repair businesses in Fowler, CA. 1 is a mobile mechanic who comes to your home or work and 1 runs an auto repair shop you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is 99 Truck and Trailer Repair Shop, at 4.9 stars from 78 reviews. Every listing shows the phone number, hours and reviews. Or send one free quote request and a local mechanic calls you back.
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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Fowler
9 independent businesses in our directory.
99 Truck and Trailer Repair Shop
R & R Auto Repair
Garcia & Sanchez Smog & Auto Repair
El Paso Tire Shop
Fowler Collision Center
R & R Truck & Trailer Repair
A & C Tire Service
TWO BRO TRUCK & TRAILER REPAIR
Getting a Car Fixed in Fowler
Independent shops in California usually charge $120 to $175 an hour for labor, which is above the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At California rates, a brake pad replacement runs about $145 to $410 and a starter replacement runs about $270 to $840 for a midsize car.
Of the 9 Fowler listings that post their hours, 5 open on Saturday and 2 on Sunday. 3 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.
7 businesses in Fowler have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 7 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 47 or more reviews. A shop with a long history and a 4.6 is a safer call than a perfect 5.0 from a handful of people.
For work a general shop may turn away, Fowler has 1 body and collision shop, 2 tire shops, 1 smog and emissions station and 3 RV and trailer shops. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.
Gas, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles from 1976 and newer, and diesel vehicles from 1998 and newer, need a smog check every two years when the DMV renewal notice asks for one. Gas and hybrid vehicles 8 model years old or newer pay a smog abatement fee instead, and electric vehicles are exempt. A smog check is also needed when most vehicles are sold and when a vehicle from another state is first registered in California. Details are on the California Bureau of Automotive Repair site. Auto shops must be registered with the Bureau of Automotive Repair, must give an estimate, and cannot start work until the customer approves it. Customers can get replaced parts back if they ask before approving the repairs, and the shop must give a final itemized invoice. Read the rule.
Pre-Purchase Inspections in Fowler
Buying a used car in Fowler? PPI Auto, our sister company, sends an inspector to the car for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. That is a 122 point check with a full scan and a road test, and the report comes back the same day. Dealer lot, private seller or auction, it works the same.
Parts of California require an emissions test. Ask the seller for the last test report, and if the check engine light is on, walk away until someone has read the code.
Questions About Auto Repair in Fowler
How many auto repair businesses are there in Fowler?
We list 9 in Fowler, CA. That covers mobile mechanics, workshops, diesel and heavy duty specialists, body shops and tire shops. Every one has its own page with the phone number, what they work on and the reviews we have found.
Who is the best rated mechanic in Fowler?
99 Truck and Trailer Repair Shop currently holds the highest rating in Fowler at 4.9 stars from 78 reviews. 99 Truck and Trailer Repair Shop, R & R Auto Repair, Garcia & Sanchez Smog & Auto Repair are the top three by rating among businesses with a real review history behind them. We rank on the ratings themselves and nobody can pay to appear there.
Are there mobile mechanics in Fowler?
Yes. 1 of the businesses we list in Fowler will travel to you rather than making you bring the car in. That covers most servicing, brakes, batteries, diagnostics and plenty of repairs that do not need a lift.
How much do mechanics charge per hour in Fowler?
Independent shops in California usually bill $120 to $175 an hour for labor. The national range is $95 to $140. Dealers charge more. Most quotes are the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts, so ask the shop how many hours it is billing you for.
Does California require a car inspection?
Gas, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles from 1976 and newer, and diesel vehicles from 1998 and newer, need a smog check every two years when the DMV renewal notice asks for one. Gas and hybrid vehicles 8 model years old or newer pay a smog abatement fee instead, and electric vehicles are exempt. A smog check is also needed when most vehicles are sold and when a vehicle from another state is first registered in California.
Are any mechanics in Fowler open on Sunday?
Yes. 2 of the businesses we list in Fowler show Sunday hours, including 99 Truck and Trailer Repair Shop and TWO BRO TRUCK & TRAILER REPAIR. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.
How do I know a shop in Fowler is trustworthy?
Look at the review count as well as the stars, because five stars from four people tells you very little. None of the 9 listings in Fowler has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Auto shops must be registered with the Bureau of Automotive Repair, must give an estimate, and cannot start work until the customer approves it. Customers can get replaced parts back if they ask before approving the repairs, and the shop must give a final itemized invoice. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.
Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Fowler?
Usually not. 1 of the businesses in Fowler come to you, and with no building to pay for, they often charge a bit less than a shop. What they cannot do in a driveway is work that needs a lift or a press, so heavy jobs still go to a shop.
Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Fowler?
Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Fowler for $225 on most cars, pickups and SUVs. The inspector comes to the car, runs a 122 point check and sends the report the same day. Call 951-267-8500 to book.
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What Car Repairs Cost in Fowler, CA
Typical independent shop prices at California labor rates, parts and labor, for a midsize car. Each guide shows the price for your vehicle and what to ask before you pay. See all 91 repair cost guides.
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