Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
“Finally I took my car to AAMCO and the technician was able to identify the issue right a way and fix it the same day.”
Best Radiator Repair in Des Plaines, IL
15 technicians listed · 10 in Des Plaines · 7 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Truetech Automotive
“There are a lot of shifty mechanics out there that would take advantage of a customer for a quick buck, these guys are NOT that kind of shop.”
Niko's Automotive Company
“Had me towed to his shop and back on the road as I was at work.”
Damiano Diesel Service
“They will not try to get you to pay for work you dont need!!!”
Odisho's Auto Clinic & Auto Sales
“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.”
Family Auto 자동차 정비
“The man replaced my girl's car battery for under 200 in less than 45 minutes and on short notice.”
Listed for drivers in and around Des Plaines, IL, 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: Des Plaines, IL
Of the 15 technicians we list here, 10 are in Des Plaines itself and 5 come from towns including Bensenville (1, 5 mi), Elk Grove Village (1, 5 mi) and Arlington Heights (1, 6 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 3.9 to 5.0 across 2,312 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these technicians on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (86%), quality (86%) and punctuality (71%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price", "fair" and "honest". 7 are open on Saturdays. 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 6 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 3 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 7 of the technicians on this page; 5 publish a contact page; 3 list a public email and 4 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?
12 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.
A J Auto Services
“I always bring my vehicle here for any kind of mechanical issues and they're very good and honest mechanic , which are rare qualities nowadays.”
Wolf & Central Auto Repair Inc
“Great service knowledgeable mechanic especially for VW and german cars.”
Autoxpert
“Autoexperts and Mel are reliable, affordable and honest.”
Bully Auto Care
“They always do an excellent job at very reasonable prices.”
Rolando's Car Care
“Just had a full brake job done and man does the Sonata stop nice and smooth and those tires you put on a year ago are great in the snow.”
Casey Automotive
“💯 satisfied as always after 20 years of being a customer.”
Ted's Auto Clinic
“I was very happy with the experience and that George took the time to explain things and tell me what things are needed on the car next.”
K Auto
“Would not take our vehicles anywhere else.”
Sound Performance
“My cruise control wasn't working and he helped me out and fixed the issue in 5 minutes.”
Why these companies made our list
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