Speed E Smog
“Very quick service (we didn't make an appointment luckily we showed up at a good time not too busy) very kind owner, professional.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Citrus Heights, CA
15 stations listed · 7 in Citrus Heights · 11 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
TN3 Automotive
“Tom and his team did a great job replacing my Transmission on my 2004 chevy silverado 4.”
AA Smog
“Took my truck to get smoged and had no problems staff was nice and told me about a pcv that was cracked”
Horizon Smog
“I stopped in one afternoon and there were no other customers so I was in and out with in 15-20 minutes.”
Lart Smog N Tags
“James was very helpful when my smog didn't pass, and I had to retest.”
5 Star Smog Inc.
“Excellent service and there is a place to sit inside station by the fan.”
Listed for drivers in and around Citrus Heights, CA, these 15 shops carry out emissions and inspection work. What each one says about its station license, hours and retest policy comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Citrus Heights, CA
Of the 15 stations we list here, 7 are in Citrus Heights itself and 8 come from towns including Sacramento (4, 13 mi), Folsom (2, 8 mi) and Antelope (1, 3 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 5,515 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price", "diagnosis" and "fair". 11 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 shows a license on its website; 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 62 years. 3 offer financing; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the stations on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the stations on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the station before you visit.
Can I use a station outside Citrus Heights?
Inside your own state, yes. 7 of the 15 shops here are in Citrus Heights and the rest come from other towns. Crossing a state line does not work, because the test has to be accepted by the state that registers the car.
Vista Auto Body
“Having my classic car painted at Vista Auto Body CA was the right choice.”
Valley Tire & Wheel
“They mounted, balanced and installed the new tire in about 15 minutes flat!”
Folsom Automotive Service
“These guys took it in within the hour and had it ready to drive by the next morning for a very affordable price.”
OK Tire and Automotive Tire Pros
“Staff are very professional and were fast doing my tire replacement and at a good price, too.”
Master Tech Smog & Repair
“Came in today to get my car smogged and had a great overall experience.”
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Folsom Autotech
“They are the ones who always provide great service and get the job done.”
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West Coast Auto Care
“What impressed me most was that he didn't just speak to me as a customer—he spoke to me as a parent who was putting their child behind the wheel of this vehicle”
Autotek Inc
“I walked in and got a smog test at a responsible price.”
Kwicksilver Wheel Repair
“Documentation, immediate diagnosis with accurate estimate, finished work early, and delivered in clean new cardboard boxes.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about stations in Citrus Heights
- “The technicians at AA Smog are highly skilled and efficient, providing accurate results in a timely manner.” — customer of AA Smog
- “I always get fast, efficient service. In and out with smog pass certificate in hand and a good price to put icing on the cake.” — customer of Horizon Smog
- “I brought in two cars for smog inspection and he was polite and fairly fast to get both cars done in a matter of 20 to 25 mins.” — customer of Speed E Smog
- “The level of customer service I experienced at AA Smog was truly exceptional.” — customer of AA Smog
- “Great experience, fast service, and knowledgeable staff. This is my place to go for my smog check needs.” — customer of Horizon Smog
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
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