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Auto Repair Shops and Mobile Mechanics in Fort Dodge, IA

MechanicRank lists 20 auto repair businesses in Fort Dodge, IA. 14 run auto repair shops you can drive to. The best rated with a real review history is Laughlin Auto Repair, at 5.0 stars from 64 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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Auto Repair Shops 15 Heavy Duty & Fleet 2 Trailer & RV Repair 1 Body & Collision 2 Tire Shops 2

The Highest Rated Auto Repair in Fort Dodge

Ranked by the rating and review count on each listing, not by who pays us. Nobody pays us.

  1. Laughlin Auto Repair★ 5.064 reviews · Repair Shop
  2. BNB Motorwerks★ 5.027 reviews · Repair Shop
  3. Robert Hagen Auto Repair★ 4.933 reviews · Repair Shop
  4. Swanson Auto Repair★ 4.924 reviews · Repair Shop
  5. Gypsum Hollow Service★ 4.916 reviews · Heavy Duty

The best reviewed business in Fort Dodge right now is Laughlin Auto Repair, at 5.0 stars across 64 reviews. Every shop above clears 4.3 stars with at least 15 reviews behind it, which is the point where a rating starts meaning something. Plenty of shops hold five stars on four reviews. That is not the same thing.

Of the 20 businesses listed in Fort Dodge, 14 with a workshop you drive to. None has been claimed by its owner yet, so the hours and phone numbers come from public records. An unclaimed listing is not a worse business. It just means we built the record and nobody has corrected it yet.

Map of Mechanics in Fort Dodge

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Fort Dodge

20 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Fort Dodge

Independent shops in Iowa usually charge $85 to $120 an hour for labor, which is below the national average. A quote is the book time for the job times that rate, plus parts. At Iowa rates, a serpentine belt replacement runs about $70 to $235 and a wheel alignment runs about $70 to $155 for a midsize car.

Of the 12 Fort Dodge listings that post their hours, 1 open on Saturday. 2 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

15 businesses in Fort Dodge have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 15 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 41 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, Fort Dodge has 1 body and collision shop, 2 tire shops, 1 RV and trailer shop and 2 heavy duty and fleet shops. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Iowa does not require periodic safety or emissions inspections for passenger cars. The Iowa DOT inspects vehicles only for titling cases, such as a car bought out of state with only a registration as proof of ownership. Details are on the Iowa Department of Transportation site. Iowa's Motor Vehicle Service Trade Practices Act gives customers the right to a written or oral estimate when repairs will cost more than $50. The bill cannot go over the estimate by more than 10 percent unless the customer approves a higher amount before repairs are finished. Read the rule.

Questions About Auto Repair in Fort Dodge

How many auto repair businesses are there in Fort Dodge?

We list 20 in Fort Dodge, IA. 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 Fort Dodge?

Laughlin Auto Repair currently holds the highest rating in Fort Dodge at 5.0 stars from 64 reviews. Laughlin Auto Repair, BNB Motorwerks, Robert Hagen 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.

How much do mechanics charge per hour in Fort Dodge?

Independent shops in Iowa usually bill $85 to $120 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 Iowa require a car inspection?

Iowa does not require periodic safety or emissions inspections for passenger cars. The Iowa DOT inspects vehicles only for titling cases, such as a car bought out of state with only a registration as proof of ownership.

How do I know a shop in Fort Dodge 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 20 listings in Fort Dodge has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Iowa's Motor Vehicle Service Trade Practices Act gives customers the right to a written or oral estimate when repairs will cost more than $50. The bill cannot go over the estimate by more than 10 percent unless the customer approves a higher amount before repairs are finished. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

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What Car Repairs Cost in Fort Dodge, IA

Typical independent shop prices at Iowa 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.

Radiator hose replacement cost $120 to $420Exhaust leak repair cost $115 to $550AC condenser replacement cost $350 to $1,030Engine replacement cost $2,850 to $7,160Fuel injector replacement cost $235 to $960Tie rod replacement cost $110 to $330
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