Dale's Wright Tire & Auto Service
“They could have done some unnecessary work but instead they treatec him fairly.”
Best Radiator Repair in Des Moines, IA
16 technicians listed · all 16 in Des Moines · 4 open weekends · all 16 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Ace Body & Motor
“The shop is clean and organized which makes the experience even better.”
Scott's Automotive Services Inc
“I would highly recommend this reliable Southside Des Moines automotive services business.”
Silzer Auto Repair
“I could tell they did everything they possibly could to make fixing my rotors, brake pads, and calipers the most cost effective.”
All Drive Transmission
“Showed up without an appointment at 830 in the morning to have a transmission flush, was on the road again at 10am.”
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Beckley Automotive Services
“I have been having my cars serviced at Beckleys for several years and highly recommend them.”
Listed for drivers in and around Des Moines, IA, these 16 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: Des Moines, IA
All 16 technicians we list here are in Des Moines itself. The technicians on this page are rated from 4.7 to 4.9 across 5,857 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "honest" and "fair". 4 are open on Saturdays. The services the technicians on this page list most often on their websites are brakes (2), check engine light (2), cooling system (2), electrical system (2) and fleet services (2). 4 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. 5 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the technicians on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 3 list a public email and 6 take bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Are the longer-established listed shops a safer bet?
11 of the 16 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.
Livingston's Automotive
“Very responsive, communication with staff is ongoing while the damage/assessment is resolved/performed.”
Honest Wrenches Automotive Repair
“I love that they do a complete inspection and let me know what's critical and what can wait.”
White's Automotive
“They don't try to talk you into anything you don't need and the are great at listening and getting to the root of the problem.”
Fast Tire Des Moines
“He and his team bend over backwards to make sure that everything is right and the customer is happy.”
Chamberlin Automotive
“My appointment to have my air conditioning serviced was fast and pleasant, and no unexpected charges.”
CHR Tire and Auto
“I first rated this shop 5 starts because they answered all my questions thoroughly and the work was cheaper than other shops in the area.”
Army Post Auto Care
“Kurt Isa great guy I never go any place service unless he just can't get me in.”
Yugo Auto Services
“Ralph is top of the line and very honest.”
Carlos Auto Service
“You can buy your parts, and he will put it for you for very cheaper price than others.”
Bens Auto Service
“These guys did what would have taken any other shop three or four days in just ONE DAY!”
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