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A1A Exhaust Tech
- Toyota
- Info
- Work
“I chose to go with a very reasonably priced "just get it fixed and running" option for now, and I will certainly be back in a few months to replace the rest of the exhaust system.”
Muffler & Exhaust Shops in Santa Rosa, CA
24 technicians listed · 10 in Santa Rosa · 5 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
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Miller Motors
- Honesty
- Prices
- Mechanic
“The owner, Max, is a very nice guy, he explains everything clearly, and his prices are fair.”
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Johnny Franklin Muffler
“Crew here is awesome, they've helped me out in a pinch twice now when the dealership was trying to charge ridiculous prices for the work I needed done.”
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Nisstech Automotive Repair
- Fair
- Work
- Money
“Thank you William,such a nice guy and knows how to take care his customers, 👍took my 2018 Armada in,he took care of the problem and didn't even over charge me,like how the dealership will con us.”
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JSC Auto Volkswagen Repair
- Price
“Services Transmission, Air & cabin filter replacement, General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Auto brake repair, Engine repair, Brakes, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replacement, Oil change”
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Sonny's Diesel and Performance
- Mechanic
- Price
- Truck
“Sonny is well knowledgeable and goes with you step by step of what can be done to improve your vehicle for performance and longevity and definitely will be coming back to him!!”
Area overview: Santa Rosa, CA
Of the 24 technicians we list here, 10 are in Santa Rosa itself and 14 come from towns including Novato (6, 26 mi), Rohnert Park (2, 6 mi) and Petaluma (2, 15 mi). 23 of the technicians on this page have a rating, from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,160 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (84%) and value (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "fair" and "honest". 5 are open on Saturdays. 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 8 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 gives free estimates and 4 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 17 of the technicians on this page; 9 publish a contact page and 6 list a public email. 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.
Data verified October 9, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Santa Rosa, 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.
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Canela Auto Repair
“The long long time family mechanic.”
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Elgin Cams & Crankshafts
- Camshaft
“I inherited the car, it had sat in storage for almost a decade and I tore that big block down and that cam looked perfect, I'm talking brand new looking!”
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Hernandez Mufflers
“Fast, and very reasonably priced.”
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Tapia's Alignment & Auto
“Service good work fast and efficient”
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Muffler Works
“Thought we needed a muffler went in for a estimate and they put it on the rack and found out it was just loose bolts and missing bolts fixed within 15 min and only $20 WOW a nice suprise.”
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Precision Motorwerks
- Job
- Brian O'Conner
- BMW
“He looked through everything with great detail and although nothing turned out to be wrong I appreciate that he didn't overcharge me for any phony stuff.”
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Dave's Muffler Services
- Price
- Work
- Truck
“Good quality work satisfaction guaranteed if it's not quite right he'll make it right”
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Custom Exhaust & Muffler
- Price
“On my lowered Camaro the exhaust crossover pipe had been rubbing on bumps and road crown because the previous shop had left the pipe extending below the front crossmember by about an inch.”
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Diesel Exhaust Services
- DPF
“These people is awesome Well mannered Very respectful They treated me like I was family If you are a trucker come to the shop these guys know how to work to work on a truck there there are so cool and down-to-earth God-bless these guys”
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Bevan Auto Repair
- Mechanic
- Price
“I should add that he has been generous enough to help me over the phone when my car breaks down, providing helpful advice that has saved me time and money - a real professional and a great human being.”
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Healdsburg Giant Muffler
“Great place good guys there i tell all my friends about him IAN and the place fair prices and its so close to home for me is a lil extra bonus for me ENJOY THANKS GUYS”
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Tyler's Performance
“If you're looking for high quality workmanship, attention to detail & personal service, you've come to the right place. At Tyler's Performance we'll give you and your car the attention and personal service you'll come to expect and enjoy.”
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Novato Auto Service
- Diagnosed
- Fair
- Vehicle
“It's about trust: that the diagnostics are accurate, the work done to a high standard, the price reasonable, and the whole process open and transparent.”
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Thorsson's Auto Center
- Prices
- SUV
“They did excellent work on the car and I got it back really nicely detailed.”
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Jay's Kustom Exhaust & Muffler
- Truck
- Money
- Nice Guy
“My truck is smog exempt and after replacing my exhaust manifold myself, I attached the downpipe to my existing exhaust with clamps to save myself a little time and money (I'm also terrible at welding, especially thin round metals).”
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Marin European Auto Services
“He can usually get me in pretty quickly and he gets it finished as promised.”
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Viking Foreign Auto Parts
- Knowledge
- Prices
- BMW
“If you have a german car, truck or SUV and are looking for some of the best deals and customer service available, look no further than Viking Autoparts in Novato.”
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Novato Radiator
“One thing I do you have to say about Keith at Novato radiator if I could give them a 20 star review I would his work is top-notch especially for the older radiators are copper and brass he does it right the old-school way.”
Muffler and Catalytic Converter Services in Santa Rosa, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$109
Maximum cost
$1694
National Average
$170
Avg Per Hour Rates
$91
$134
$291
Typical price range is based on 450 cost profiles
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Why are some of these shops outside Santa Rosa?
10 of the 24 shops sit in Santa Rosa and the others come from other towns within 30 mi, listed under their own city. A shop with a bender and a welder is worth a short drive, since it can repair what a parts-only counter would replace.
What customers say about technicians in Santa Rosa
- “The shop is organized, professional, and clean. These folks are friendly, honest and ethical.” — customer of A1A Exhaust Tech
- “Can't recommend this place enough. Took my car in at 8am for a new catalytic converter and it was done 4 hours later!” — customer of Johnny Franklin Muffler
- “I was between a rock and a hard place due to a very bad wreck at work, was on I tight budget due to loss of work but sonny came threw, gave me a great deal on replacing my 6.7 powerstrokes exhaust manifold.” — customer of Sonny's Diesel and Performance
- “Extremely nice staff, inspected the vehicle and went over everything with me, and was shocked that they also charge a fair price.” — customer of A1A Exhaust Tech
- “I showed up around 8:30, waited from the next available lift and I was in and out by 10:30ish.” — customer of Johnny Franklin Muffler
Excerpts from public reviews of the technicians listed on this page.