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Star Smog
“Despite feeling the whole smog business and required emissions testing is a racket, Star Smog always does a great job getting me in and out fast (less than 15 minutes this time).”
Emissions Testing & Smog Check near Walnut Creek, CA
Walnut Creek has 16 mechanics of its own; this list adds 23 from towns including Danville (9), Richmond (3) and San Carlos (3).
24 listed · 1 in Walnut Creek · 22 rated 4.5+ · 3 show a license
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Central Automotive Service Center
Vehicles, Central Automotive Service
“Services Air & cabin filter replacement, Tires, Steering & suspension repair, General repairs & maintenance, Wheel alignment, Air conditioning, Brake service & repair, Battery, Oil change”
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Roesbery Car Care
Check Engine Light Service, Smog Check, Fleet Services
“Services General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Engine repair, Vehicle Inspection, Auto detailing, Auto tire replacement, Smog certification, Auto body & trim replacement, Auto maintenance, Battery, Oil change, Service not listed”
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M Service
Suspension Repair, Transmissions, Brake Maintenance
“A part was needed and instead of waiting for it to come in the next day, they went out to pick it up themselves so that I can take my car home that evening!”
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Alignment Services
- Reviews
- Chat
- Information
“He IS however, the honest type: wouldn't even charge me for an inspection when I brought my car in for an alignment the first time (the rear bushings were shot - another shop had already happily charged me for an "alignment" that was off again as soo...”
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Oakmont Auto Care
Transmission Service and Repairs, Exhaust/Mufflers Repair and Services, Suspension Service AND Repairs
“(They are instructions from the car manufacturer on how to repair specific but common problems afflicting newer model cars and the term is common to the car industry.”
Area overview: Walnut Creek, CA
Their ratings run from 4.3 to 5.0 across 4,759 reviews; 19 have 50 or more reviews; 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these mechanics on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (86%), value (75%) and quality (74%). The services they list most often on their websites are smog check (4), brake repair (2), check engine light (2), fleet services (2) and oil change (2). 3 show a license on their websites; 8 list staff certifications (ASE); 12 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 15 of their websites at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 6 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 22 of them; 18 publish a contact page; 2 list a public email; 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page, from their listings and their own websites; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the mechanic before you visit.
The 24 shops on this page carry out emissions and inspection work in and around Walnut Creek, CA. What each one says about its station license, hours and retest policy comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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Gordon's Smog Test & Lube Center
- Vehicles
- Price
- Nice Guy
“The only reason I am not giving 5 stars is because he changed a part of my vehicle without my consent and charged me for it when I went to pick up my vehicle.”
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Smog Star Express Walnut Creek
“I needed a smog test for my out of state car for my home state inspection and I had been told, wrongly, that cars from out of state won't pass California smog tests.”
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Walnut Creek Smog
- Vehicle
- Price
- Smog Check
“Andy is a great human being, kind hearted honest shop owner who cares for his employees and customers he was very understanding and supportive of some personal factors that I was dealing with.”
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All Star Smog Testing
- Check
- Certification
- Vehicles
“He was fast, efficient and I got my registration on time!”
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Contra Costa Smog & Repair
- Needs
- Coffee
- Skilled
“Both being ASE Advanced Specialist licensed and certified, you can be sure they will know how to fix your car under any circumstances, and not shortchange you if something is wrong or needs fixing.”
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Auto Diagnostic & Repair
- Vehicle
“I arrived for the service next day & they were ready w/ parts for the work required so I walked down the street for a coffee & returned 2 hrs later & the job was completed.”
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Lafayette Auto Repair
- Crew
- Price
- Mechanic
“John took the time to show me the broken assembly, (correctly) explain how the failure occurred, and took care of all the labor and component replacement under new component warranty (no cost to me, other than the inconvenience).”
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German Autotech
- Mechanic
“If you wany your car done right, take it here.”
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Rod's Automotive
- Mechanic
“Rod does a fabulous job, is kind, honest and reasonably priced.”
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4 Less Smog Check Station Oakland
“Very up front about the price, Very friendly, talked me through the process patiently, gave me a time estimate of 30 min (there were 3 cars ahead of me) and BOOM 30 min later I was done!”
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Costa Auto Care and Tire
“Super nice pple they understood my needs and did a great job on my car this is our 2nd time coming now I know where to go when I'm having car trouble.”
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D&K Auto Repair
Road Side Assistance, Fleet Service
“Doug and his Team did a great job not only servicing my vehicle and assisting me with great customer service but educating me on the issues the car might be having.”
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Gene's Auto Repair
Brake Repair, Radiator Repair, Suspension Repair
“I'm 73 years young now and have owned my share of cars and trucks from a '47 Willys Jeep to a 2010 4 litre Jaguar S Type sedan over the years, and most everything in between”
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Auto Electric and Fuel LLC
Services
“We changed out the O2 sensor and that cleared the light temporarily, but it came back on and now came up with a code that could mean any one or more of 6 things could be wrong with it.”
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Orinda Motors
Car Suspension, Exhaust, Brake Repair
“They recommended a bunch of maintenance items, given we hadn't serviced the car for 2 years (barely driven), but it is an old car with high mileage so wasn't surprised.”
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San Ramon Valley Import Center
Classic Car Restorations, Oil Change, Vehicle Repair
“I have been coming to the shop for over 30 years, and even through the multiple owners, starting out with Ian, his son Chris, Sun, and now Rob, the customer service, knowledge, expertise, and value continues to be outstanding.”
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A 1 Stop Smog
“Very friendly quick and fast they did a perfect job I'm keep coming here and also if you print out a coupon from their website you save a little on top.”
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Auto Diagnostic & Repair
Electrical Diagnostics, Suspension, Diesel Services and More!
“I am grateful to have invested $175 for the diagnostic, as the results were instrumental in identifying several critical issues with the vehicle, including a broken seat and visor, a leaking steering rack, an out tire, and a broken motor mount.”
Why these companies made our list
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Which Walnut Creek shops are licensed to test?
3 of the 24 shops on this page list a license or certification 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.
What customers near Walnut Creek say
- “Efficient, on schedule, friendly, professional, great rates. Very happy with this place for smog testing.” — customer of All Star Smog Testing
- “Great customer service, very professional went for a smog check and was in and out in around 20 minutes.” — customer of Contra Costa Smog & Repair
- “Great service. Like anyone else, I loath getting a smog check, but I found this smog check service to be attentive and quick service.” — customer of Smog Star Express Walnut Creek
- “Orinda motors are the only ones working on my car since the original warranty at the dealership (5 years ago) and I highly recommend them.” — customer of Orinda Motors
- “Booked an appointment online, ended up with a super quick emissions test with friendly staff, reasonable price too.” — customer of Smog Star Express Walnut Creek
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.