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Autowerks European
- Audi a6
- Mechanic
- Work Done
“They even cut me a break when I couldn't afford to do the whole repair, AND Paul followed up with me a couple months later to see how it was running.”
Best Muffler & Exhaust Shops in Castro Valley, CA
24 technicians listed · 6 in Castro Valley · 5 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Castro Valley 76
“I stopped in today and the service was great and I can tell that they are not thinking about sucking the life out of your pocket, they care their work and about impressing you with their skill and knowledge so to build trust and relationships with th...”
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Portola Valley Garage
“There is quite simply no better place - for service, for professional knowledge of automobiles or for the quality of the people who work for Tom Ramies.”
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Adams Autoworx
“Have all of my automotive work done on my 2013 Subaru BRZ at Adams Autoworx - they do excellent and quick work, as well as communicate/ document repair progress well.”
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Ace Auto Repair & Tire
- Road Test
- Inspection
- Maintenance
“Both times, they patched me up, no charge, and what I really want to emphasize the most is that I NEVER feel like I am being ripped off because I am a woman.”
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Kevin L Hinkley Auto Tech
- Mechanic
- Honest
“Even though they didn't have time for immediate repair work, we appreciate their help and kindness with recommendations of other local shops and honest assessment”
Listed for drivers in and around Castro Valley, CA, these 24 shops handle mufflers, pipes and catalytic converters. What each one says about welding, custom work and warranties comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Castro Valley, CA
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 6 are in Castro Valley itself and 18 come from towns including San Ramon (5, 8 mi), Berkeley (3, 16 mi) and Fremont (2, 13 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 4,578 reviews; 18 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (79%) and punctuality (72%). 5 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (5), check engine light (4), oil change (4), AC repair (3) and clutch repair (3). 1 shows a license on its website; 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 16 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 14 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 offers financing; 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 12 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.
Can I book an exhaust job online with shops listed for Castro Valley?
An online booking link appears on 8 of the 24 listings here. Most exhaust work is short enough to be a same-week appointment, though a converter or a full section may wait on a part arriving.
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Quality Auto Care
- Check Engine
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
“Had my smog check done there and they were friendly enough that I trusted them because I moved here from out of state and they took care of me right away”
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German Auto Care
- Fair
- Vehicles
- BMW
“With this shop and Dylan in charge of my car's serve and maintenance, I can keep commuting on the Bay Area's crazy freeways without worrying about a breakdown!”
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Wondercar Automotive
“I appreciate detailed explanation I get upon picking up my cars, so that I have a clear understanding of the work that was done and any follow-up or things for which to watch down the road.”
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Rich's Auto Services
- Price
- Opinion
- Vehicle
“I have a more detailed event below as to why I feel that way but long story short, they're gonna be my go to guys for all repairs or car related questions moving forward.”
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Sunny's Star Certified Smog & Repair
“Quick, efficient...”
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Lmp1 Towing & Auto Repair
“Exelent services and quality repair”
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Precision Auto Care
“Mechanics and staff are friendly and informative in regards to maintenance repairs in dealing with major repairs and challenges due to the outcome of your vehicle.”
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Berkeley Minicar
- Fair
- Inspection
- Battery
“We will be back and we recommend Berkeley Minicar to anyone who is looking for a honest repair shop that does great work while providing excellent customer service.”
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Frank's Auto Service and Repair
- Pickup
- Running
- Fair
“DJ and crew walked me through the choices for protecting the cat converter on my 2010 Prius, since 2 nearby neighbors lost theirs in broad daylight a couple blocks away, Saranap portion of Walnut Creek”
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Dorso's Automotive Repair
- Brakes
- Job
- Truck
“Found after a quick search of nearby auto shops that could work on work on replacing a battery and cables to the battery after finding corrosion on the battery and terminal.”
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Art's Automotive
- Old Car
- Fair
- Team
“They were thorough, honest, and clearly explained the inspection report helping me understand what services were needed, what might be coming soon, and what was in good shape.”
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Spiteri's Complete Auto Service
- Opinion
- Work
- Respect
“I called Spiteris for help and they took me right in and worked on the tire until they could find a valve so i could do my drive and make my appointment.”
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Autotech San Ramon
“Our Tech completed a full inspection of the car we were purchasing and provided a detailed and simple to understand report on possible problems with the car.”
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San Ramon Valley Import Center
- Money
- Honest
“Had I taken this Toyota to a dealer, most of them would have started needlessly replacing parts with no solution to the problem, only a giant invoice, and I know this from perusing the Rav-4 forums on the internet.”
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Walsh Brothers Inc.
- Inspection
- 2000
- Transmission
“They are not looking for money they are a genuine business who look for the enjoyment of helping people get their cars back on the food leaving them better than new.”
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ABC Auto Repair & Smog
- Diagnosis
- Checks
- Truck
“Great service and the owner Lucky and his wife are very nice and friendly, good honest place to take your vehicle for smog checks or any repairs you might need”
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Minute Muffler & Service Center
“They also sell something that will help to protect your catalytic converter from being stolen so easily, but it seems to be a popular item that people get so they were out.”
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Holland Car Care
- Diagnosis
- Audi
- Trust
“If your looking for a shop with great service, quick turn around time, and very fair pricing, Holland Car Care is the best you'll find in the Bay Area.”
Muffler and Catalytic Converter Services in Castro Valley, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$98
Maximum cost
$1515
National Average
$152
Avg Per Hour Rates
$82
$120
$260
Typical price range is based on 393 cost profiles
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