Getting a Car Fixed in Orem
Independent shops in Utah usually charge $95 to $135 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 Utah rates, a coolant flush runs about $90 to $210 and a brake fluid flush runs about $70 to $170 for a midsize car.
Of the 23 Orem listings that post their hours, 12 open on Saturday and 5 on Sunday. 7 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.
17 businesses in Orem have at least 15 reviews, enough for a rating to mean something, and 17 of those hold 4.5 stars or better. Half of them have 75 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, Orem has 2 diesel specialists, 1 tire shop, 2 RV and trailer shops and 1 heavy duty and fleet shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.
Safety inspections ended for most passenger cars on January 1, 2018. Emissions tests are required before registration in Cache, Davis, Salt Lake, Utah and Weber counties, mostly every two years, and newer cars are exempt for their first years. Tests are done at On the Spot Renewal stations, and a VIN inspection is needed when a vehicle is titled in Utah for the first time. Details are on the Utah Division of Motor Vehicles site.
Questions About Auto Repair in Orem
How many auto repair businesses are there in Orem?
We list 24 in Orem, UT. 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 Orem?
Cleggs Mobile Mechanic currently holds the highest rating in Orem at 5.0 stars from 221 reviews. Cleggs Mobile Mechanic, Curbside Mobile Oil, Optimize Auto 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 Orem?
Yes. 14 of the businesses we list in Orem 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 Orem?
Independent shops in Utah usually bill $95 to $135 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 Utah require a car inspection?
Safety inspections ended for most passenger cars on January 1, 2018. Emissions tests are required before registration in Cache, Davis, Salt Lake, Utah and Weber counties, mostly every two years, and newer cars are exempt for their first years. Tests are done at On the Spot Renewal stations, and a VIN inspection is needed when a vehicle is titled in Utah for the first time.
Are any mechanics in Orem open on Sunday?
Yes. 5 of the businesses we list in Orem show Sunday hours, including BBB ON SITE FLEET AND AUTO REPAIR, Tice Mobile Mechanics, LLC and Nine Moons Mobile Diesel Repair LLC. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.
How do I know a shop in Orem is trustworthy?
Look at the review count as well as the stars, because five stars from four people tells you very little. 1 of the 24 listings in Orem has been claimed by the owner, who confirmed the details. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.
Does it cost more to use a mobile mechanic in Orem?
Usually not. 14 of the businesses in Orem 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 Orem affect my car?
Orem gets about 108 nights a year at or below freezing and 45 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 Orem?
Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Orem 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.
How do I check a mechanic's license in Orem?
Ask the shop for any state or city license it holds and get the estimate in writing before work starts. None of the 24 listings in Orem has given us a license number yet. Rules differ by state, so check with Utah's consumer protection office if a shop's answer sounds wrong.
Why do some Orem listings have photos and others do not?
4 of the 24 listings in Orem show a photo or logo. They come from the owner, from the business's own website, or from our own jobs for Supercanic locations. We never put a stock or AI photo on someone else's business. Owners can claim their listing free and add their own.
How does MechanicRank check the mechanics in Orem?
We call, text and email the businesses we list to confirm their details, and listings whose numbers turn out to be dead come off the directory. 1 of the 24 in Orem have been claimed and confirmed by the owner. Nobody can pay to rank higher.
Why use MechanicRank to find a mechanic in Orem?
Because we work with these mechanics, not just list them. Besides checking listings, we run free study guides and certification exams for mechanics, publish repair cost guides by state, and give shops software to send written quotes and invoices. 14 of the Orem listings come to you, 22 carry a rating with the review count beside it, and the order on this page follows the published rules on our How We Rank page.
How much does a mobile mechanic cost in Orem?
Most mobile mechanics in Orem price by the job, not the hour. Independent shop labor in Utah runs about $95 to $135 an hour, and mobile prices usually land in the same range for the same repair. Some add a trip fee and some fold it in. Ask for one total price, trip included, before they drive out. Our repair cost guides show typical parts and labor for each job.
Is $100 an hour fair for mechanic labor in Utah?
Yes. Typical independent shop labor in Utah is about $95 to $135 an hour, so $100 is inside the normal range. Dealers often charge more. What matters most is the total. Ask how many hours the job is quoted at and compare that with a second shop.
Who is the best mobile mechanic in Orem?
By rating and review count together, the strongest mobile mechanics in the Orem area right now are Cleggs Mobile Mechanic (5.0 stars, 221 reviews), BJ Mobile Brake (5.0 stars, 88 reviews) and Curbside Mobile Oil (5.0 stars, 81 reviews). We weigh stars against how many reviews back them, so a perfect score on a few reviews does not win.
What are the downsides of using a mobile mechanic?
Some work needs a shop. Transmission swaps, engine rebuilds, alignments and anything that needs a lift go to a garage. Bad weather can push back a driveway job, and you need a safe, legal place to park where the mechanic can work. Many mobile mechanics also run a shop, or will tell you up front when a job needs one.
How do I shop around for car repairs?
Get a written estimate that lists parts and labor. Call two or three shops with the same estimate and ask each for a total price. Ask what warranty comes with the parts and the work. Read recent reviews, not just the star score. A shop that explains the problem clearly and shows you the old part is a good sign.
How this page was made
This page lists 24 auto repair businesses in Orem, UT. We built it from
business details and ratings from each Google Business Profile, owner claims and uploads, Utah repair and inspection rules from the state agency and Census and NOAA figures for the local car ownership section. We call, text and email the businesses to keep it right, and take
listings down when a number goes dead.
Why trust it: no business pays to be listed or to rank, the order follows our
published rules, and every count on this page is counted from
the listings below. 4 show a photo or logo, 0 show a license number
and 1
has been confirmed by the owner.