Repairs and maintenance, explained first.
Every job starts with three lists and a price.
Brakes
Pads, rotors, calipers and brake fluid. We measure what is left, show you, and tell you how long you have.
What is included
- Pad and rotor measurement
- Pads, rotors and hardware
- Caliper and brake hose check
- Brake fluid test and flush
- Road test before you get the keys
Signs you need it
- Squealing or grinding
- Pedal feels soft or sinks low
- Car pulls when you brake
- Brake light on the dash
Oil change and maintenance
The maintenance schedule for your car, done on time and written down, so your warranty stays good.
What is included
- Oil and filter, the right grade for your engine
- Tire rotation
- Fluid and filter check
- Belt, hose and wiper check
- Service record kept on file
Signs you need it
- Oil change reminder is on
- Past the date on your sticker
- Oil looks dark or reads low
- Long trip coming up
Check engine light
A code tells us where to look. Testing tells us what is actually wrong, so you only pay for the part you need.
What is included
- Computer scan and code reading
- Testing to confirm the cause
- Plain explanation and a price
- Recheck after the repair
Signs you need it
- Light is on or flashing
- Rough idle or stalling
- Worse gas mileage
- Failed emissions test
Tires and alignment
New tires, balancing and four-wheel alignment, so the car drives straight and the tires last.
What is included
- Tire sales and mounting
- Wheel balancing
- Four-wheel alignment
- Flat repair
- Tire pressure sensor service
Signs you need it
- Car drifts to one side
- Steering wheel sits off center
- Tires wearing unevenly
- Shake at highway speed
Suspension and steering
Shocks, struts and steering parts wear slowly, so you stop noticing. We will tell you what has changed.
What is included
- Shocks and struts
- Ball joints and tie rods
- Control arms and bushings
- Power steering service
Signs you need it
- Clunk over bumps
- Bouncy or floaty ride
- Steering feels loose
- Nose dips hard when braking
Heating and A/C
Cold air in July and real heat in January. We find the leak or the failed part before we recharge anything.
What is included
- A/C performance test
- Leak check
- Recharge with the right refrigerant
- Heater and blower repair
- Cabin air filter
Signs you need it
- A/C blows warm
- Heat takes forever
- Musty smell from the vents
- Windows fog and will not clear
Battery, starting and charging
A weak battery, a tired alternator or a bad ground can all look the same. We test before we replace.
What is included
- Battery test and replacement
- Alternator and starter testing
- Wiring and fuse diagnosis
- Lights and power accessories
Signs you need it
- Slow crank on cold mornings
- Battery light is on
- Dim or flickering lights
- Clicking when you turn the key
Emissions repair
Failed your Connecticut emissions test? Bring the report. We find the cause, fix it and get you ready to retest.
What is included
- Read your test report
- Diagnose the failure
- Repair and recheck
- Paperwork for your retest
Signs you need it
- Failed test letter in the mail
- Check engine light before your test
- Strong fuel smell
- Rough running