Car Inspection & Emissions Testing near Waukesha, WI

We have 3 stations in Waukesha on file, and all of them are on this list, along with 21 from towns including Milwaukee (8, 15 mi), Hartland (2, 11 mi) and Franklin (2, 16 mi).

5 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+

D&D Automotive Repair

D&D Automotive Repair

(50)
“D&D did a fantastic job on (2) of our vehicles … both of which had some significant issues … kept us regularly informed of running cost and schedule and completed both vehicles on time and under original estimate.”
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 1996
Family Business
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1714 Arthur Ct, Waukesha, WI
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Mander Collision & Glass

Mander Collision & Glass

(48)
“Upon bringing the issue back to Mander and finding that the insurance company would not cover the cost of the expanded repair work, Mander covered the entire project themselves.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2002
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1604 Manhattan Dr, Waukesha, WI
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K.R. Auto Repair

K.R. Auto Repair

(47)
“Honest when it comes to what's needing replacement but also the guys will tell you they are keeping and eye on something they found as it's not due just yet.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2004
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
W271S2901 Merrill Hills Rd, Waukesha, WI
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Baychar Auto Service

Baychar Auto Service

(47)
“Many times they've found that an issue with my previous car was minor and I expensive, when they could have easily told me otherwise and made more money off of me.”
ASE Certified
In Business Since 1957
Family Business
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
6733 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI
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Franklin Automotive & Restoration

Franklin Automotive & Restoration

(49)
  • Confidence
  • Engine
  • Job
“Franklin automotive & Restoration is that silver lining, especially when you have a guy like Bruce looking out for you and your vehicles best interest.”
Locally Owned & Operated
ASE Certified
In Business Since 2022
Free Initial Consultation
Serving Waukesha Area
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Kusch's Automotive

Kusch's Automotive

(49)
“They did a vehicle inspection, confirmed the problems noted above while quoting a FAR lower price for the axle replacement, and a more basic solution for the transmission.”
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 1991
Family Business
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Waukesha Area
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Area overview: Waukesha, WI

The 24 stations on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 4,333 reviews; 20 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these stations on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (89%), professionalism (82%) and value (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "fair" and "honest". 5 are open on Saturdays. The services the stations on this page list most often on their websites are air conditioning (2), diagnostics (2) and transmission services (2). 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 17 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 8 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 1 gives free estimates; 5 are family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 17 of the stations on this page; 11 publish a contact page and 4 list a public email. 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.

Data verified October 9, 2026

Listed for drivers in and around Waukesha, WI, 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.

Girard's Service Center

Girard's Service Center

(43)
“Both of the gentlemen who I worked with in scheduling the appointment, checking in, and then later explaining the problem with my tire to me, were very friendly.”
Family Business
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1970
Coupons & Offers
Serving Waukesha Area
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Advance Automotive Service

Advance Automotive Service

(42)
  • Fraud
  • Fair
  • Vehicle
“Ed is a Mechanic Treasure in Milwaukee,this man is I tore U my Radiator & some other stuff under the front of my,I dropped it off Monday,he had it fixed Tuesday,ready too go!”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1956
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
965 N 35th St, Milwaukee, WI
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Blamer Auto Repair

Blamer Auto Repair

(42)
  • Honest
  • Mechanic
  • Price
“I was extremely happy with the quality of work, the friendly service, and the price (at least $500 less than my dealer wanted for front and rear brakes).”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1919
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
7605 W Center St, Milwaukee, WI
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Oak Creek Automotive

Oak Creek Automotive

(33)
“After purchasing the car and doing a detailed inspection myself, I found one of my lower control arms was cracked half way through and needed to be replaced.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1992
Coupons & Offers
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Waukesha Area
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Weissman Auto Repair Inc.

Weissman Auto Repair Inc.

(48)
“I took my car there for a emission test after another shop had turned me down earlier due to my service light coming on and off on its own and told me to bring it back for diagnostics.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1999
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Waukesha Area
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Farkas Automotive-Brown Deer

Farkas Automotive-Brown Deer

(41)
“The service was great and fast they also had free air for my tires and made sure they had the proper air in them yes I would go back to them they are awesome!!!!!!!”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1959
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Waukesha Area
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Jenson Motors

Jenson Motors

(39)
  • Vehicles
  • Price
  • Honest
“I drove in at 4:45pm and they took a look at my problem, had a chuckle about how I happened to do that, got the 2x4 out from under my car and I was safely on my way.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1989
Serving Waukesha Area
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Wilke's Auto Service

Wilke's Auto Service

(31)
  • Vehicle
  • Tow
  • Price
“He then listened to the noise coming from the truck and decided out of the kindness of his heart to get my truck in this afternoon instead of waiting and risking it.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1977
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Waukesha Area
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Roberto's Mufflers & Brakes

Roberto's Mufflers & Brakes

(48)
“Work that I have had performed includes replacement radiator, struts, muffler, brakes, water pump, alternator, oil change, tire mounting and tire rotation.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2015
4671 S 27th St, Milwaukee, WI
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DR. MOE Automotive

DR. MOE Automotive

(38)
  • Fair
  • Communication
  • Mechanic
“I took my truck because it had no spark and I couldn't find the issue until i took it with these professionals and they fixed it right away at a good price.”
In Business Since 2022
3459 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI
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M & D Auto Services

M & D Auto Services

(22)
“I was totally satisfied with the excellent installation and alignment by M&D, as well as the fact that they found time for me on one of their busiest days of the week following New Year's Eve.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1995
Serving Waukesha Area
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Auto Doc

Auto Doc

(13)
  • Price
“Great service at fair prices”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1959
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3802 W Greenfield Ave #1328, Milwaukee, WI
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Lake Country Alignment

Lake Country Alignment

(49)
  • Specs
  • Coilovers
  • Job
“He redid my whole front end in a timely manner ball joints, tie rods bushings and links, was even told to bring along my exhaust which he quickly removed and replaced.”
Serving Waukesha Area
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R B Enterprises

R B Enterprises

(48)
“Very friendly people and very helpful!”
Serving Waukesha Area
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Paul's Automotive Services

Paul's Automotive Services

(32)
  • Honest
  • Prices
  • Fair
“We've had several issues with our 2 older cars and he's always been truthful and upfront when he's told us what fixes are worth the money and which ones aren't.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2005
9130 W Center St, Milwaukee, WI
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Erv's Service Inc

Erv's Service Inc

(48)
  • Honest
  • Vehicle
  • Price
“But wait it gets better - my car was throwing a code that said a part needed to be replaced - a $500 part (which of course I Googled and verified it was a legit $500).”
Serving Waukesha Area
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Mid City Auto Repair

Mid City Auto Repair

(41)
  • Team
  • Job
  • Fashion
“Ray did a good job on my car I haven't had any more problems since he fixed a power steering line on my car and his price was reasonable I will be back for all my car needs”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2008
6801 W Villard Ave, Milwaukee, WI
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Tess Corners Automotive

Tess Corners Automotive

(47)
“Upon completion I was given a very helpful explanation of what was checked, what was found and what was fixed so the person who originally replaced my compressor understood what he did wrong.”
Serving Waukesha Area
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FAQ

Can I use a station outside Waukesha?

Inside your own state, yes. 3 of the 24 shops here are in Waukesha and the rest come from other towns, 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 say about stations near Waukesha

  • “Shawn has such good customer service I definitely recommend getting your car work done here or even emissions testing!” — customer of D&D Automotive Repair
  • “Got emissions done here yesterday and was in and out in five minutes, and very friendly staff!” — customer of Kusch's Automotive
  • “Very trustworthy. I would highly recommend Jenson Motors to anyone in need of car repair.” — customer of Jenson Motors
  • “Came here for emissions testing. About 10 people in line ahead of me, put these ladies get ya in and out quick.” — customer of Oak Creek Automotive
  • “They let us in past their closing time to do the emissions test just before the holiday.” — customer of Oak Creek Automotive

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

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