Argonaut Garage
“They told me things that needed to be done now and things that could be done later.”
Best Radiator Repair in Berkeley, CA
15 technicians listed · 9 in Berkeley · 2 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Autometrics
“More care was taken than ever so I feel reassured that my car is in excellent shape!”
Berkeley Radiator Works
“Super helpful radiator shop run by an old school veteran, he diagnosed my radiator and didn't even charge me, and his advice worked”
German Auto Sport
“Also received a very in depth inspection which was pretty awesome being that it was my first time there.”
Holland Service
“This van is my first big offroad vehicle and the folks at Holland talked through the little issues I was experiencing with me and helped me understand what to expect from the new axles and suspension.”
Berkeley Auto Care
“We dropped in for a tire rotation and they couldn't get us in that day (because they were busy), but Ricky acknowledged us instantly and was super friendly and helpful.”
Listed for drivers in and around Berkeley, CA, these 15 shops repair and replace radiators and cooling system parts. What each one says about recoring, warranties and truck work comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Berkeley, CA
Of the 15 technicians we list here, 9 are in Berkeley itself and 6 come from towns including San Francisco (2, 12 mi), Albany (1, 2 mi) and Orinda (1, 5 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 4,510 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "diagnosis" and "communication". 2 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are brake repair (3), oil change (2), pre purchase inspections (2) and timing belt replacement (2). 5 list staff certifications (ASE) and 10 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 6 are family- or locally-owned and 8 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 12 of the technicians on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 1 lists a public email and 5 take bookings online. 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.
Are the longer-established listed shops a safer bet?
13 of the 15 shops here have been trading ten years or more. Radiator work rewards that, since the places that still recore and pressure test in house tend to be long-established and often run commercial vehicle work alongside cars.
Peter's Automotive Service
“Great neighborhood shop, felt like I was treated like a regular even though it was my first time going in!”
Sos Auto Service
“Always get my car in quickly when I have a problem, reliable and reasonably priced”
Cabello Brothers Automotive
Costa Auto Care and Tire
“Great customer service and excellent work”
Orinda Motors
“I finally found an auto repair service that has endeared itself to me.”
Frank's Auto Service and Repair
“I appreciate the prompt response and explanation of a used car assement I received.”
International Sport Motors
“Working with Helina and Antonio for many years now and ever time they are doing the best job.”
Auto City Repair
“I parked in front of this shop, headed to my hotel after 18 hrs of driving (with everything I own in my car) and a gentleman, Arturo Nieto, came outside and offered to let me park in the business space so that my belongings would be safe.”
Dana Meyer Auto Care
“I value the clear explanations they give for their service recommendations, and I trust them to give me reliable advice.”
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