San Jose Star Smog Check Only
“It can get busy with parking but it was an overall simple process to perform the check and to get the certification.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing near San Mateo, CA
We have 17 stations in San Mateo on file. Only the highest-rated make our list: one of them made it, along with 23 from towns including San Francisco (6, 16 mi), San Jose (6, 31 mi) and San Leandro (3, 14 mi).
15 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Capitol Auto Care
“The staff went above and beyond to accommodate me and my vehicle situation.”
Smog Check San Jose
“Matt, Chris and the team at MT Smog are the very best.”
Quik Smog
“Walked in and was out in 30 minutes only because one person was already there ahead of me.”
San Ramon Valley Import Center
“Employees are knowledgeable and extremely nice to it's customers.”
Reliant Auto Repair
“The prices were fair I didn't feel like there was any up selling and they let me keep my car there overnight so I wouldn't have to deal with traffic..”
Listed for drivers in and around San Mateo, 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.
Area overview: San Mateo, CA
The 24 stations on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 4,131 reviews; all 24 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (81%) and value (69%). 15 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 7 list staff certifications (ASE) and 17 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 21 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 75 years. 2 offer financing; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 11 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the stations on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 6 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 book a test online with shops listed for San Mateo?
3 of the 24 shops here take bookings online. Some stations work on a queue instead, which is fine early in the month and painful at the end of it. If you can book, take the first slot of the day and you will be out before the line forms.
Hayes Auto Repair
“Hayes Auto was the only body shop that could meet my timeline and was willing to "fix" the door instead of replacing it.”
Stevens Creek Automotive
“Ive taken all my vehicles to them and have never had a problem!”
Auto Repair Specialist
“This guy's know what they do very professional all ways I take care my needs”
Autometrics
“Been a happy customer for years.”
George's Automotive Services
“The prices are honest and he stands by his work.”
Pacific Auto Works
“Smog check done and out within 30 minutes no appointment.”
Dana Meyer Auto Care
“Car was ready much faster than I was expecting.”
19th and Taraval Smog Test Only
“Good in here they will help you to make sure your car pass is smog”
7 Days a Week Smog
“I have been taking my truck into 7 Day Smog for 23 years now and every year it passes the test.”
Sunset Auto Care
“Despite AAA telling (or selling) me I needed a new battery, it was great to hear that wasn't the case during my recent visit to the shop.”
Pacific Heights Chevron Auto Repair
“It isn't the cheapest in the city, but the best value and way to ensure you won't have to come back for the same issue twice.”
Cains Tire
“Family owned is the best part--these people care to get the job done right, and prior to being on time.”
KS Smog
“Great service I used there $36 coupon .”
Berkeley Motor Works Inc
“Mike and his staff take really good care of their customers.”
Clean Air Smog Check Star Certified Station
“Just passed a smog check, very FAST, very nice guy (Henry) -- terrific sense of humor.”
Almaden Auto Repair
“Very very great spot for a pre inspection before buying your car!!”
Smog X Press
“There is a small waiting room with comfortable seating where you can catch up on a few emails while he tests your car.”
S & K Auto Repair
“Great customer service worked on my vehicle away honest great family mechanic”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about stations near San Mateo
- “I'll be back there every time I need a smog for sure.” — customer of Quik Smog
- “Great experience at Berkeley Motor Works. They gave me a quick diagnosis, and repair at a reasonable price.” — customer of Berkeley Motor Works Inc
- “These guys were friendly and quick! Can’t ask for more than that when it comes to Smog!” — customer of Clean Air Smog Check Star Certified Station
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
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