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Accurate Auto
- Tire
- Inspection
- Diagnosed
“I've taken both my wife's and my cars inn for various repairs and maintenance great experience, this neighborhood auto shop acts like a large dealership without the outrageous pricing.”
Best Mechanic Shops in Des Plaines, IL
24 technicians listed · 16 in Des Plaines · 8 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Rosemont Auto & Tire Shop
- Check
- Fair
- Mechanic
“Great service, great staff ,, price is very reasonable,, i came in for engine problem,the owner was very helpful and they managed to resolve the issue in a short time .”
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Lifestyle Automotive
- Mechanic
- Work
- Vehicle
“Mike brought me into the shop and showed me what issues they found - just complete and total honesty - I never for a single second felt like they were "selling" anything to me.”
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Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
- Job
- Diagnostic
- Know
“Before that I visited 2 mechanics with that issue, one said no leaks at all and the second found the leak but overpriced the cost around $1000 for to replace the pan.”
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Truetech Automotive
- Mechanic
- Coffee
- Job
“First time client here … and let me tell you … I will continue to bring all my cars here … we have always been the “take it to a friend of a friend to fix” type of ppl but this was a recommended shop and the “ friend” couldn't fix the problem so we d...”
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Niko's Automotive Company
- Mechanic
- Honest
- Prices
“Niko helped me solve a vapor leak in my gas tank which was causing my check engine light to come on, and he did it on short notice so I could pass state emissions.”
Listed for drivers in and around Des Plaines, IL, these 24 shops are general mechanics. What each one states about certifications, warranties and financing comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Des Plaines, IL
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 16 are in Des Plaines itself and 8 come from towns including Chicago (2, 18 mi), Elk Grove Village (1, 5 mi) and Arlington Heights (1, 6 mi). 23 of the technicians on this page have a rating, from 3.9 to 5.0 across 2,636 reviews; 17 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), quality (90%) and value (83%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "fair", "honest" and "diagnosis". 8 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (3), check engine lights (2), engine repairs (2) and oil changes (2). 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 12 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 66 years. 5 offer financing; 3 give free estimates; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 7 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Which shops listed for Des Plaines work on Saturdays or Sundays?
8 of the 24 shops list weekend hours. Saturday is usually a shorter day; Sunday openings are rarer and often by appointment.
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Damiano Diesel Service
- Vehicle
- People
- Truck
“It came in there non running and it's old so it has no computer to figure out the problem, They traced it back old school style and have me back on the road, there very honest with great communication and very knowledgeable people.”
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Forest Automotive
- Quality
- Mechanic
- Prices
“With the first experience, they came to my house to get the keys from my wife (our car wouldn't start) because we have children, and sometimes it's hard to get away.”
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Odisho's Auto Clinic & Auto Sales
- Pricing
- Knowledge
- Vehicle
“I recently had the pleasure of visiting Odisho's Auto Clinic & Auto Sales, and I couldn't be more impressed with the exceptional service and professionalism provided by Sam and his family.”
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“My advice to car owners & repair people: Always use high-quality parts that are durable & will last a long time, because the labor can be as expensive as the parts.”
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Derek's Auto Repair
- Price
- The Future
“I brought my car in after running over a traffic cone and they were able to quickly and professionally service my car and had me back on the road in about 30 minutes.”
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Big Cars
- Solution
- Brake
- Oil
“We especially appreciate when you called to let us know that there was a fix that we actually didn't need - so the total was less than we had been quoted.”
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Bills Auto & Truck Repair
“Very good”
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A J Auto Services
- Area
- Brakes
- Prices
“You can drop your car, leave a note with with your number and the issue and drop the keys in his key drop box and he'll call you in the morning and let you know the options and prices.”
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CC Automotive LLC
“Awesome and price”
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Autoxpert
“Autoexperts and Mel are reliable, affordable and honest.”
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BTE Garage
“Whether you're coming in for a routine inspection or a repair service, we promise that you will be completely satisfied with our work. We stand behind our work. commercial truck repair in the Gurnee, IL area. Our bus mechanic will even do service cal...”
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Bully Auto Care
“Awesome personal service”
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Rolando's Car Care
“I ended up with a long list of repairs needing to be done by a different service station totalling more than the car was worth, and brought my 16 y/o toyota to Rolando's on recommendation from co-workers.”
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Sun Auto Service
- Job
- Radiator
- Mechanic
“And within 24 hours the car was perfect (steering column replaced, key programmed and cut, tail light fixed, and oil changed) and he charged me HALF of what the dealer wanted.”
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Vaupell Auto Repair & Napa Auto Care Center
- Team
- Car Wash
- Oil
“The team at Vaupell did a great job.”
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Altimate Auto Repair Inc.
- Honest
- Call
- Oil
“I always get excellent service and now I get a free check up on my engine system which I think is it is in excellent thing for the company to be offering their clientele.”
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Roman Auto Body & Repair Inc
- Team
- Sti
- Oil
“I had went to a different auto shop and they screwed me over, a friend told me about Rudy who is the owner and he worked with me helped me get fix my short block and finish the repairs and had my car up and running in no time!”
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My Mechanic
- Inspection
- Fair
- Oil
“They would have been completely justified in the higher price and taking the easy way out as other auto shops might but they fought for me and my car and the repair was significantly less.”
Auto Mechanic Services in Des Plaines, IL Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$267
Maximum cost
$2662
National Average
$586
Avg Per Hour Rates
$96
$426
$746
Typical price range is based on 306 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about technicians in Des Plaines
- “If you're looking for an honest, friendly, and timely mechanic then niko is your guy.” — customer of Niko's Automotive Company
- “Good guys, great and quick work. Got me out in a timely matter all 3 times that I have stopped to get work on my car.” — customer of Rosemont Auto & Tire Shop
- “Matt was absolutely honest with everything my car had going on… highly recommend for all your car needs !” — customer of Truetech Automotive
- “They accurately diagnosed the issue with my car and fixed it promptly.” — customer of Lifestyle Automotive
- “They diagnosed the problem and performed the work correctly the first time.” — customer of Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.
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