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Map of Mechanics in Port Richey

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Port Richey

12 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Port Richey

Independent shops in Florida usually charge $95 to $140 an hour for labor, which is about the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At Florida rates, a car battery replacement runs about $150 to $390 and an alternator replacement runs about $275 to $800 for a midsize car.

Of the 11 Port Richey listings that post their hours, 10 open on Saturday and 5 on Sunday. 4 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

7 businesses in Port Richey have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 6 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 86 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, Port Richey has 1 tire shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Florida does not require periodic safety or emissions inspections for passenger cars. The state's emissions inspection rules were repealed in 2010. A used vehicle coming in from another state needs a VIN verification on form HSMV 82040 or 82042 before it can be titled in Florida. Details are on the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles site. Florida's Motor Vehicle Repair Act requires paid repair shops to register with the state, and the bill cannot go over the written estimate by more than $10 or 10 percent (up to $50) without the customer's consent. Customers must get a copy of any document they sign. Read the rule.

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Port Richey

Buying a used car in Port Richey? 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.

The nearest PPI Auto city is Tampa, about 28 miles away, and inspectors drive out to Port Richey.

Florida has no regular safety or emissions inspection, so unless the last owner paid for one, nobody has looked under that car.

Questions About Auto Repair in Port Richey

How many auto repair businesses are there in Port Richey?

We list 12 in Port Richey, FL. 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 Port Richey?

Tropical Auto Center, LLC - Mobile Auto Repair & Services currently holds the highest rating in Port Richey at 5.0 stars from 238 reviews. Tropical Auto Center, LLC - Mobile Auto Repair & Services, Brooks Mobile Auto, Big Q Mobile Truck 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 Port Richey?

Yes. 11 of the businesses we list in Port Richey 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 Port Richey?

Independent shops in Florida usually bill $95 to $140 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 Florida require a car inspection?

Florida does not require periodic safety or emissions inspections for passenger cars. The state's emissions inspection rules were repealed in 2010. A used vehicle coming in from another state needs a VIN verification on form HSMV 82040 or 82042 before it can be titled in Florida.

Are any mechanics in Port Richey open on Sunday?

Yes. 5 of the businesses we list in Port Richey show Sunday hours, including Brooks Mobile Auto, Mobile Tire Services i go to you and Mobile Doc Auto Repair. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Port Richey 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 12 listings in Port Richey has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Florida's Motor Vehicle Repair Act requires paid repair shops to register with the state, and the bill cannot go over the written estimate by more than $10 or 10 percent (up to $50) without the customer's consent. Customers must get a copy of any document they sign. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Port Richey?

Usually not. 11 of the businesses in Port Richey 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 Port Richey?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Port Richey 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 Port Richey, FL

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