Monday, November 17, 2014
How to Compare Garages
Its a good idea to proceed with caution before agreeing to car repairs at a garage. Take a few days to compare garages to decide which car garage is the best for you.
Family and Friends
Many car owners have a trusted mechanic they turn to for repairs, but if the work needed on the car is outside the mechanics specialty, ask for a erral. Aside from your mechanic, ask family members or friends if they know of a good car garage. Chances are good someone you know has had to have their car repaired at a garage. They can offer some pointers on where to get the best deal.
Insurance Providers
Your insurance provider often has information on good car garages. Many car garages leave their business cards and information with car insurance companies because its the best way for them to get more business. Additionally, these garages must meet high standards and have certification before they are a business car insurance companies are willing to recommend.
Compare Estimates
Most car garages will provide you with a free estimate. Make sure you get a detailed list of estimates. Dont be surprised if the part you end up buying at the garage cost more than it would at an auto parts store.
Customer Service
Do the staff and mechanics act professional? Do they treat you with courtesy? Do they get work done on time? Do they work well together? How garage staff treat you now is not likely to change once you are their customer. Pay attention to how you feel being in this place of business and how others act toward you. If the mechanic is rude or the counter person would rather text instead of assisting you, take your business elsewhere.
Personnel and Credentials
Some car repair requires work done by a certified mechanic or a specialist. Some garages may have these mechanics, some may not. Make sure the garage is candid about what kind of repairs need to be done on your car and whether they have the right mechanics for the job. The better garage to go with is the one that has the kind of mechanic youll need for your car repair.
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