American Smog
“In and out in less than 15 minutes for a smog check👍 …”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Santa Rosa, CA
20 stations listed · all 20 in Santa Rosa · 9 open weekends · all 20 rated 4.5+ · 3 show a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Santa Rosa Transmission & Car Care
“Been taking my cars there for over 20yrs & plan on continuing to do so...”
Coogler's Auto Repair
“Nice staff, quick service, free drinks and snacks while you wait, and helpful information from the staff.”
Tristar Automotive
“Fabulous customer service from my call for an appointment, to today's appointment.”
Callagy Automotive & Smog
“I have used them for a couple of years now, because he is not only convenient and has competitive rates but has been able to fix everything .”
All Around Auto Repair
“Moving here from out of state, I was nervous about finding a new place to trust with our cars, and thankfully I found All Around Auto on the first try.”
Listed for drivers in and around Santa Rosa, CA, these 20 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: Santa Rosa, CA
All 20 stations we list here are in Santa Rosa itself. The stations on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 2,522 reviews; 15 have 50 or more reviews. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (89%), quality (79%) and value (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "communication" and "diagnosis". 9 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The services the stations on this page list most often on their websites are oil changes (2), tire services (2) and transmission services (2). 3 show a license on their websites; 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 59 years. 1 offers financing; 3 give free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 17 of the stations on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 3 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the stations on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the station before you visit.
Which shops listed for Santa Rosa test on Saturdays or Sundays?
Weekend testing is on offer at 9 of the 20 shops. Bear in mind that a failure on a Saturday usually waits for parts on Monday, which is an argument for testing midweek if you can.
On Site Auto Repair
“Go see Chris and his other experienced employees at On Site Auto for something as simple (to them) as a tire repair to all things cars in all makes and models!!!”
Hensley's Auto Smog and Repair
“Have Taken 2 of My Cars to Hensley's' for Smog Checks and I received great and professional service.”
Greentech Automotive
“Always have a pleasure for their service and they do communicate as if they are really caring my vehicle”
The Smog Center Inc
“Really appreciate the genuine friendliness and overall experience from start (phone call) to finish.”
Roseland Smog
“Jeff went out of his way to find and fix the problem, getting my old 4 banger back on the road, and saving me a ton of money.”
Action Smog Check
“Friendly, great service, pointed out a damaged that will hopefully save me a bigger headache.”
101 Express Smog
“Showed up for an appointment on time and was helped as soon as I got there.”
A&D Mobile Auto Repair
“Please use this company, super professional, knowledgeable and even tolerant of my sonasking endless questions.”
Strikly Smog & FSR Auto Repair
“Will 100% be coming back, and Sami their lil shop pup really is the bestest girl!”
Gaspar Smog Check
“Amazing person and service,He wants you to do well In life not just the smog.”
Car Clinic and Smog
“Reliable gave me options and details on what was needed for my auto.”
Simple Auto Repair
“Excellent service and attention and good prices.”
Perez Auto Service
“Jorge was thorough during the inspection and did an excellent job in repairs!”
Tapia's Alignment & Auto
“Service good work fast and efficient”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about stations in Santa Rosa
- “Responsive, quick, kind, knowledgeable, and fair priced! I would recommend and come back again!” — customer of Car Clinic and Smog
- “Smog inspection done within an hour even without an appointment, very professional and polite service.” — customer of The Smog Center Inc
- “Everyone was helpful and professional. Will definitely come to this spot from now on and you should go here if you want efficient and quick service.” — customer of Hensley's Auto Smog and Repair
- “John and David are just terrific - very skilled, prompt, efficient in their scheduling, good at explaining and will go as deep or as shallow as I am in the mood for.” — customer of Callagy Automotive & Smog
- “Had a great experience with this shop. Benito was professional, fast, and provided great customer service.” — customer of Action Smog Check
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
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