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24 stations listed · 22 in Palmdale · 19 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+ · 2 show a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Palmdale, CA, these 24 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.
Of the 24 stations we list here, 22 are in Palmdale itself and 2 come from Lancaster (8 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 3,743 reviews; 15 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (90%), quality (81%) and value (76%). 19 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 2 show a license on their websites; 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 43 years. 1 offers financing; 1 gives free estimates; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the stations on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 3 list a public email and 1 takes 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.
2 of the 24 shops on this page show a license on their websites. Emissions stations are licensed by the state and the license has to be displayed at the station itself, so it is easy to confirm when you arrive. The listing shows what each one states.
- “Very professional and friendly, got me in and out in no time.” — customer of California Smog Check Center
- “I needed a smog in the least amount of time and they got me in and out in less than 10 mins and had amazing customer service.” — customer of VIP Smog
- “Owner is very honest and nice. He quoted me over the phone and there were no extra charges when I went there.” — customer of San Marcos Smog Check
- “I immediately felt that they appreciate their customers, as they fit me in for a regular service on my car.” — customer of Palmdale Auto Services
- “My issues are gone. I would highly recommend this place to anyone that needs smog or electrical work.” — customer of A V Smog Center and Auto Repair
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
