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DP Auto Service
“They quickly patched my tire once we realized there was a screw in it, and he even checked all of my other tires and filled them up with some extra air since it's been so cold out.”
Car AC Repair in Washington, DC
24 specialists listed · 7 in Washington · 16 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+
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Ben Nielsen's 10th Street Automotive
“2nd visit returned to get my car checked out before going on a long drive, got it back same day, detailed report on issues, fixed quickly, great people.”
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Falls Church Auto Repair
“Will continue business in the future and I recommend everyone who is tired of being ripped off by other shops to try Falls Church Auto Repair and witness the difference in service and work quality.”
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Wonder Automotive Inc
- Team
- Mechanics
“I just got my car back today, after it got side swiped a few weeks back while parked on the street (damage: broken driver's side mirror, scraped quarter panel, tire and rear bumper etc.”
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Excel Auto Center
“Didn't try to "sell me" up on any extra work or bend my arm to go through with his suggestions; he did explain the potential repercussions of going through with his suggestions vs.”
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Arnez Garage
“Been going here for over 30 years with many cars from family to friends, and every time I try to venture away for convenience I find myself right back here anyways because of price or to correct someone else's mistakes.”
Area overview: Washington, DC
Of the 24 specialists we list here, 7 are in Washington itself and 17 come from towns including Falls Church (5, 9 mi), Alexandria (3, 7 mi) and Rockville (3, 14 mi). The specialists on this page are rated from 4.0 to 4.9 across 3,703 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these specialists on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (89%) and value (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the specialists on this page are "communication" and "fair". 16 are open on Saturdays. The services the specialists on this page list most often on their websites are auto repair (3), auto diagnostics (2), brake repair (2), clutch repair (2) and engine repair (2). 8 list staff certifications (ASE) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 42 years. 2 offer financing; 3 give free estimates; 7 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the specialists on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the specialist before you visit.
Data verified October 9, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Washington, DC, these 24 shops list air conditioning work. What each one says about leak testing, recharging and which refrigerant it handles comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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Dick's Auto Body
- Clean
- Prices
“Doesn't price gouge, which is important to me as a woman!”
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Herb's Auto Repair
- Price
“I needed a competent garage to work on my then 1974 Camaro when a very fine garage refused to work on my old ( but truly excellent) Camaro and my somewhat less than pristine but trustworthy Ford E150 Van.”
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Pro-Tech Performance Automotive
- Mechanic
- Vehicle
- Work
“The reason I took off a start is because his timing and communication could use some improvement, but after talking to him his business has been pretty badly affected by covid from a "number of employees" standpoint.”
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Virginia Auto Repair Center
- Mechanic
- Light
- Engine
“I supplied him with the replacement parts and he provided his expertise on replacing what was broken and suggesting minor maintenance items that would need addressing.”
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L J Auto Repair Inc
“Some restaurants, mechanic shops, Mom & Pop stores are what some people refer to as lil' holes in the wall establishments but they often have the best food, best service, or overall best vibe...”
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At Auto Service
- Prices
“I recommend them to everyone because they are the best.”
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ZQ Auto Repair
“Very professional and good price for the services 👍....”
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Northwest Auto Repair
- Fair
“I have a old car and they're my go to whenever it needs work.”
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Chandlers Garage
“Nice service”
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Auto House Castrol Gtx
“Saeid and Molson are awesome guys.”
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MD Auto Care
“Superb service with honest mechanics that get the job done without updating you with unnecessary repairs.”
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Franconia Service Center Liberty
“I went in for a inspection and although there were five cars in front of me, they got me on a text message list and I went next-door and was able to get some work done.”
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Superior Auto Service
- Communication
- Team
- Honest
“They are extremely capable, incredibly honest, great at communicating, and have done special duty in keeping my high mileage car running, finding hard-to-locate spare parts.”
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Gary's Automotive
- Snacks
- Work
- Estimate
“Recently when I came up north visiting family and friends in Laurel area, Gary's Automotive is the only place I would want to ask if it's at all possible to fix my headlight that went out and change oil.”
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Preferred Automotive
- Communication
- Work
- Gary & Mike
“They give you official quote and comprehensive explanation for what you need and the most important thing for them is customer satisfaction because this is how you win in business.”
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Auto Clinic Care
- Communication
- Vehicle
- Reviews
“They communicate with photos for reliability and indications of how any given repair ranks in urgency, helping me prioritize and make truly informed decisions.”
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Landmark Auto Group
“My wife and I drive in from Sterling now that we've moved because they do great work, we trust them, and they do an excellent job of communicating what is needed before they do it (i.”
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Ben Nielsen's Alexandria Auto Care
- Oil
- BMW
- Mechanic
“And one would hope that the front suspension remains issue-free and the new (remanufactured) alternator continues to function for the remaining life of the car.”
Auto A/C & Heating Services in Washington, DC Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$187
Maximum cost
$3235
National Average
$436
$187
$996
Average price range is based on 314 cost profiles
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Which shops listed for Washington offer a free check?
3 of the 24 shops on this page say they give free estimates. For air conditioning that usually means a quick look and a vent temperature reading. The gauge test and leak trace are the part that actually finds the fault, and those are normally charged.