Best Emissions Testing & Smog Check in Columbia, SC

The highest-rated Emission Repair Service and Smog Check companies out of 159 vetted & reviewed in the Columbia area.

Duke's Convenient Auto Repair

Duke's Convenient Auto Repair

(50)
“They looked at it and couldn't get a bolt out for coolant temperature part,but assured me it would be ok and didn't charge me for their time and were very friendly”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2002
2207 Platt Springs Rd, West Columbia, SC
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Midlands Motorworks

Midlands Motorworks

(45)
  • Import
  • Vehicle
  • Mini
“Elements are sort of a cult classic now a days, and the shop understood the connection to a vehicle- they were professional and customer service was above and beyond.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Locally Owned & Operated
Licensed
In Business Since 2017
3700 Marsteller St, Columbia, SC
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Milex Complete Auto Care

Milex Complete Auto Care

(26)
Warranty, Oil Change & Tune Ups, Factory Maintenance
“The guys in the shop did a complete assessment of my damages and gave me an estimate on repairing the transmission and pointed out other items that would need to be repaired.”
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2010
1307 Broad River Rd, Columbia, SC
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Team Martin Automotive

Team Martin Automotive

(26)
  • Vehicle
  • Price
  • Mechanic
“Great job on my 95' pick up”
1827 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC
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Big Dog Garage

Big Dog Garage

(17)
  • Fair
  • Price
“This second time I had my car towed because I thought I needed a new starter, turns out I only needed a battery and instead of pocketing the money like some places would've, they didn't.”
3811 Westmore Dr, Columbia, SC
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Rudy & Sons Superior Auto Inc

Rudy & Sons Superior Auto Inc

(15)
  • Price
“Great Service!”
3828 W Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC
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Joe's Auto Repair

Joe's Auto Repair

(12)
  • Price
“I drive a 21 year old F-150 that probably has close to half a million miles on it (the odometer stopped working at 349 thousand and change around 2 years ago) and every time it has an issue it goes straight to Joe's.”
In Business Since 2016
2807 Leaphart Rd, West Columbia, SC
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Davis Automotive

Davis Automotive

(7)
  • Priced
“Want it done right the first time this is the place!”
1365 Lake Dogwood Dr # D, West Columbia, SC 29170
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Southern Automotive

Southern Automotive

(2)
“Great place and customers service is nice”
1431 Charleston Hwy, West Columbia, SC 29169
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M&M Automotive

M&M Automotive

(1)
“Very helpful chevy man!”
595 Columbia Rd, Winnsboro, SC 29180
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Eddie Roberts Auto Masters Inc

Eddie Roberts Auto Masters Inc

(46)
  • Honest
  • Vehicle
  • Truck
“I would recommend him to everyone who wants a great and reasonable mechanic Positive Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value Services General repairs & maintenance”
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1990
Serving Columbia Area
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Tracy's Alignment & Repair

Tracy's Alignment & Repair

(48)
  • Engine
  • Prices
  • Fair
“I hope I don't ever have to need them but I'm saying that they are probably the best way to get it done and the owner is a nice guy for being a friendly professional man I have to give them 3 stars but I am stingy with my stars.”
Serving Columbia Area
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Jason's Automotive & Diesel LLC

Jason's Automotive & Diesel LLC

(47)
  • Honest
  • Mechanic
  • Compressor
“Owner and staff very knolageable reasonable prices on parts and labor and depending on the job fast turnaround to get you car back to and back to you fixed right”
Serving Columbia Area
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Wages Auto Works LLC

Wages Auto Works LLC

(22)
  • Technicians
  • Word
  • Prices
“Our company uses Wages Auto Service for our car fleet needs,and thus far has provided Exceptional Customer Service, along with dedicated completion times.”
In Business Since 2023
Serving Columbia Area
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Boykin's Automotive

Boykin's Automotive

(22)
  • Vehicles
  • Price
  • Lunch
“Anyways, if you are unfortunate enough to need car repairs, be blessed that you are fortunate enough to have Boykin Automotive near by and at your service.”
Serving Columbia Area
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Gaines Automotive Inc.

Gaines Automotive Inc.

(14)
  • Mechanic
  • Alternator
  • Money
“He gave me a ride in his personal vehicle to meet my friend that was picking me up from Charleston because my truck was not ready as we thought it would be.”
Serving Columbia Area
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McDonnys Auto Service

McDonnys Auto Service

(42)
  • Bill
  • Vehicle
  • Truck
“Services Exhaust, Tires, Auto power window repair, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Transmission replacement, Transmission repair, Battery, Oil change”
Accepts Check, Cash
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2011
743 Longs Pond Rd, Lexington, SC
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M & M Auto Repair

M & M Auto Repair

(45)
  • M&m
  • Mechanic
  • People
“Billy the owner always treats others with compassion by listening to there concerns about their car and he addresses the problem with skills and knowledge.”
Serving Columbia Area
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Bryan's Tire & Automotive

Bryan's Tire & Automotive

(46)
“When we stopped at the store, Bryan and his staff gave us immediate service and had us back on the road in less than 15 minutes at a very, very reasonable charge for the service.”
Serving Columbia Area
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Horton Tire Co

Horton Tire Co

(46)
  • Prices
“It was fantastic I was leaving Camden going to Columbia to go to work flat tire Two Gentlemen from the city of Camden stop change the tire and tell me to go down the road to Hortons they just took me in they fix the tire took out the donut put it in ...”
Serving Columbia Area
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Hough's Garage

Hough's Garage

(38)
  • Honest
  • People
  • Communication
“I took my truck in expecting the worst being a girl the owner came right out to help me mind you there must of been 50 cars in the lot put it on some kind of computer.”
Serving Columbia Area
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R & P Motors

R & P Motors

(13)
Transmissions, Fuel Injection, Engine Repair
“Get your car fixed here.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2013
Serving Columbia Area
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Pelion Auto Care

Pelion Auto Care

(21)
  • Price
  • Vehicle
“Was very important to be able to find someone local, build a relationship and be able to have trust in them as we are snowbirds and require our vehicles to be working properly.”
Serving Columbia Area
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Mike's Garage Inc

Mike's Garage Inc

(18)
  • Work
  • Prices
“Have repaired all my cars, good prices”
Serving Columbia Area
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2 of these 24 mechanics are in Columbia; the rest are in Lexington and West Columbia.

About Emission Repair Service and Smog Check services in Columbia

Of the 24 mechanics listed here, 2 are in Columbia itself; the others are in Lexington (18), West Columbia (4).

Ratings range from 4.1 to 5.0 across 1,064 reviews; 10 mechanics have 50 or more reviews; 18 are rated 4.5 or higher.

2 describe themselves as family- or locally-owned.

Services most often listed on their websites: free performance check (2), factory maintenance (2), towing (2), truck transmission (2), transmission maintenance (2), steering suspension (2) and preventative maintenance (2).

In structured review feedback, customers of these mechanics most often flagged professionalism (93%), quality (80%) and value (73%).

8 of the 24 mechanics have a website on file; 4 publish a contact page; 2 list a public email.

2 of these mechanics have had their website domain for ten or more years; the oldest was registered in 2010.

Figures are counted over the mechanics on this page from public listings and company websites collected in 2026; distances are straight-line; hours and prices change, so confirm before you visit.

The 24 shops on this page carry out emissions and inspection work in and around Columbia, SC. What each one says about its station license, hours and retest policy comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

FAQ

What should I take with me?

The registration or the renewal notice, and the keys to everything on the car including the locking wheel nut key. Turn up with a warmed-up engine and enough fuel in the tank. If the battery was disconnected recently, say so, because that alone can end the visit.

What fails cars most often?

Warning lights and readiness monitors lead the list, and behind them sit oxygen sensors, catalytic converters, evaporative system leaks and a gas cap that no longer seals. A loose or cracked gas cap is the cheapest failure there is and one of the most common. Tighten it and drive a few days before the test.

Is a cheap test worth driving further for?

Rarely. The test is the small number in this equation and the repairs are the large one, so what matters is whether you trust the place that reads the result. Convenience counts too, since a failure means coming back. Pick somewhere you can reach again on a workday.

Can I use a station outside Columbia?

Inside your own state, yes. 2 of the 24 shops here are in Columbia and the rest are the nearest listed, shown with their own city. Crossing a state line does not work, because the test has to be accepted by the state that registers the car.

What customers in Columbia say about local mechanics

Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.