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Map of Mechanics in Marietta

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Marietta

11 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Marietta

Independent shops in Ohio usually charge $85 to $130 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 Ohio rates, a timing belt replacement runs about $405 to $1,100 and a valve cover gasket replacement runs about $135 to $520 for a midsize car.

9 businesses in Marietta have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 4 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 70 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, Marietta has 2 body and collision shops, 2 tire shops and 1 heavy duty and fleet shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Ohio has no safety inspection. Cars registered in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage and Summit counties need an E-Check emissions test for registration renewal, for gas and diesel vehicles 6 to 26 years old and hybrids 7 to 26 years old. In September 2026 the governor told Ohio EPA to start ending E-Check, but testing continues until U.S. EPA approves. Details are on the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency site. Customers have the right to an estimate when repairs will cost more than $50. The bill cannot go more than 10 percent over the estimate without the customer's approval, and the shop must return replaced parts unless they go back under a warranty or rebuild deal. Read the rule.

Owning a Car in Marietta

19Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter
112Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
45Inches of Rain a Year
16Inches of Snow a Year
16Minute Average Commute
1.44Cars per Household
12%Households With No Car
72%Drive to Work Alone

Lows drop to freezing on about 112 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over. Marietta averages 16 inches of snow, and road salt eats brake lines, exhaust and the underside of the car. Rinse the underbody through the winter and have the brake lines looked at whenever the car is up on a lift.

About 45 inches of rain fall in a year. Worn tires lose grip on wet roads well before they look bald, and streaky wipers are a cheap fix worth doing before the wet season, not during it.

The average commute in Marietta is 16 minutes each way, and 72% of workers drive there alone. 12% of households have no car at all, which is part of why mechanics who come to you do well here.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

  • Weather: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Marietta Wwtp
  • Households and commutes: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024, Marietta city

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Marietta

Buying a used car in Marietta? 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 Ohio 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 Marietta

How many auto repair businesses are there in Marietta?

We list 11 in Marietta, OH. 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 Marietta?

Ullman's Body Shop currently holds the highest rating in Marietta at 5.0 stars from 18 reviews. Ullman's Body Shop, Boley Enterprises, Tracy's Mobile Mechanical Services 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 Marietta?

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

Independent shops in Ohio usually bill $85 to $130 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 Ohio require a car inspection?

Ohio has no safety inspection. Cars registered in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage and Summit counties need an E-Check emissions test for registration renewal, for gas and diesel vehicles 6 to 26 years old and hybrids 7 to 26 years old. In September 2026 the governor told Ohio EPA to start ending E-Check, but testing continues until U.S. EPA approves.

How do I know a shop in Marietta 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 11 listings in Marietta has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. Customers have the right to an estimate when repairs will cost more than $50. The bill cannot go more than 10 percent over the estimate without the customer's approval, and the shop must return replaced parts unless they go back under a warranty or rebuild deal. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

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

Usually not. 1 of the businesses in Marietta 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.

How does winter in Marietta affect my car?

Marietta gets about 112 nights a year at or below freezing and 16 inches of snow. Cold exposes a weak battery, and salted roads rust brake lines and exhaust parts. Test the battery in the fall and rinse the underbody in winter.

Can I get a pre-purchase inspection in Marietta?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Marietta 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 Marietta, OH

Typical independent shop prices at Ohio 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 97 repair cost guides.

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