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Map of Mechanics in Kennewick

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All Auto Repair and Mobile Mechanics in Kennewick

14 independent businesses in our directory.

Getting a Car Fixed in Kennewick

Independent shops in Washington 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 Washington rates, a coolant flush runs about $100 to $235 and an AC recharge runs about $155 to $440 for a midsize car.

Of the 14 Kennewick listings that post their hours, 7 open on Saturday and 6 on Sunday. 8 open before 8 AM on weekdays, which helps if you need to drop the car off before work.

8 businesses in Kennewick 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 94 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, Kennewick has 1 tire shop and 1 heavy duty and fleet shop. Call ahead with the year, make and model so you do not waste a trip.

Washington does not require a periodic safety or emissions inspection for passenger cars. The emissions check program ended January 1, 2020. Tampering with emissions equipment is still illegal. Details are on the Washington State Department of Ecology site. A shop must give a written estimate for repairs over $100 when the customer deals with the shop face to face. The shop needs approval before going more than 10 percent over the estimate, and customers can ask for replaced parts back if they ask before work starts. Read the rule.

Owning a Car in Kennewick

48Days a Year at 90°F or Hotter
76Nights a Year at or Below Freezing
8Inches of Rain a Year
21Minute Average Commute
1.95Cars per Household
9%Households With No Car
76%Drive to Work Alone

Summers here bring about 48 days at 90°F or hotter. That is enough to finish off a tired battery or a weak AC compressor, so get both checked in spring rather than on the first hot day.

Lows drop to freezing on about 76 nights a year. Cold is when a weak battery finally fails, because a cold engine takes more power to turn over.

Only about 8 inches of rain fall in a year, so it is sun, not water, that ages a car here. Rubber parts, wiper blades and dashboards crack sooner.

The average commute in Kennewick is 21 minutes each way, and 76% of workers drive there alone.

Sources, checked October 13, 2026

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

Pre-Purchase Inspections in Kennewick

Buying a used car in Kennewick? 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.

Washington 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 Kennewick

How many auto repair businesses are there in Kennewick?

We list 14 in Kennewick, WA. 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 Kennewick?

General Mechanic. Veteran owned. Mobile currently holds the highest rating in Kennewick at 5.0 stars from 15 reviews. General Mechanic. Veteran owned. Mobile, Tri-Cities Mobile Auto Service, Evergreen Auto Care 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 Kennewick?

Yes. 9 of the businesses we list in Kennewick 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 Kennewick?

Independent shops in Washington 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 Washington require a car inspection?

Washington does not require a periodic safety or emissions inspection for passenger cars. The emissions check program ended January 1, 2020. Tampering with emissions equipment is still illegal.

Are any mechanics in Kennewick open on Sunday?

Yes. 6 of the businesses we list in Kennewick show Sunday hours, including General Mechanic. Veteran owned. Mobile, Tri-Cities Mobile Auto Service and Enhacity Mobile Mechanics. Call first, because Sunday hours are often short and some only take emergencies.

How do I know a shop in Kennewick 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 14 listings in Kennewick has been claimed yet, so call to confirm hours and what the shop works on. A shop must give a written estimate for repairs over $100 when the customer deals with the shop face to face. The shop needs approval before going more than 10 percent over the estimate, and customers can ask for replaced parts back if they ask before work starts. Get the quote in writing before any work starts.

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

Usually not. 9 of the businesses in Kennewick 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 Kennewick affect my car?

Kennewick gets about 76 nights a year at or below freezing. 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 Kennewick?

Yes. PPI Auto, our sister company, inspects used cars in Kennewick 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 Kennewick, WA

Typical independent shop prices at Washington 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.

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