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Map of Mechanics in Bridgewater

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Bridgewater

9 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Bridgewater

Independent shops in Massachusetts usually charge $110 to $160 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 Massachusetts rates, a spark plug replacement runs about $130 to $480 and an AC recharge runs about $155 to $440 for a midsize car.

Of the 9 Bridgewater listings that post their hours, 4 open on Saturday. 3 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

8 businesses in Bridgewater 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 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, Bridgewater has 1 tire shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

All vehicles registered in Massachusetts must pass an inspection every year, and a newly bought vehicle must be inspected within 7 days of registration. Vehicles with onboard diagnostic systems that are less than 15 years old must also pass a yearly emissions test. Most inspections cost $35 at licensed stations. Details are on the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles site. Before work starts, a shop must give a written estimate of the repairs and cost for the customer to sign, with a few exceptions. The shop must get permission before doing extra work or charging more than $10 over the estimate, and customers can ask for their old parts back. Read the rule.

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Bridgewater

Buying a used car in Bridgewater? 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 Providence, about 25 miles away, and inspectors drive out to Bridgewater.

Massachusetts requires inspections, but a passed sticker only means the car met the minimum on that day. It says nothing about the transmission, the frame or a leak that starts next month.

Questions About Auto Repair in Bridgewater

How many auto repair businesses are there in Bridgewater?

We list 9 in Bridgewater, MA. 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 Bridgewater?

College Town Auto currently holds the highest rating in Bridgewater at 5.0 stars from 38 reviews. College Town Auto, Mike's Quality Auto Repair, Coop's Automotive 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 Bridgewater?

Yes. 1 of the businesses we list in Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater?

Independent shops in Massachusetts usually bill $110 to $160 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 Massachusetts require a car inspection?

All vehicles registered in Massachusetts must pass an inspection every year, and a newly bought vehicle must be inspected within 7 days of registration. Vehicles with onboard diagnostic systems that are less than 15 years old must also pass a yearly emissions test. Most inspections cost $35 at licensed stations.

How do I know a shop in Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Before work starts, a shop must give a written estimate of the repairs and cost for the customer to sign, with a few exceptions. The shop must get permission before doing extra work or charging more than $10 over the estimate, and customers can ask for their old parts back. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Bridgewater?

Usually not. 1 of the businesses in Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater, MA

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