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Autowerks European
- Diagnosis
- Attention
- Price
“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 Radiator Repair near San Mateo, CA
We have 17 technicians in San Mateo on file, but only the highest-rated make our list, and none of them made it; the 24 here come from towns including San Francisco (5, 16 mi), San Jose (5, 31 mi) and San Ramon (3, 25 mi).
5 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Faxon Garage
- Oil
- Work
- Price
“3rd times a charm with faxon, they were quick, found the problem first try (even tho my brakes weren't sinking when the day I brought it in) affordable, and kind.”
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Akins Auto Repair
“Akin's took one look at my car and diagnosed it on the spot, fixed what turned out to by a broken wheel bearing in my back wheel from all the weight I was hauling.”
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Michael & Company
- Mechanic
- Engine
- Vehicle
“The customer service was amazing and friendly, and understood and made sure to write down all of my concerns including out of office texts to change the plan and estimate.”
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G-F Automotive
- Needs
- Oil
- Prices
“When you first walk into the shop you will 90% of the time see Michelle Marsh (shop owner) at the front desk and if not her you will see 1 out of 3 of her great and friendly kids.”
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Argonaut Garage
- Report
- Communication
“Upon Charlena's sound advice, I left my 2010 Mercedes-Benz with Argonaut Garage yesterday, Monday late afternoon, so that the mechanic could inspect it first thing this Tuesday morning.”
Listed for drivers in and around San Mateo, CA, these 24 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: San Mateo, CA
The 24 technicians on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 5,157 reviews; 23 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 (96%), quality (83%) and value (66%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "communication", "diagnosis" and "honest". 5 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 8 list staff certifications (ASE) and 21 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 21 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 63 years. 2 offer financing; 6 are family- or locally-owned and 12 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the technicians on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 6 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?
21 of the 24 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.
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Extra Care Auto Repair – San Bruno
- Tow
- Oil
- Honest
“Straightforward kinda person which is good for me cause, as for myself just don't like people being lied to and steal your money… I've been going to mike's shop for awhile now..”
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International Sport Motors
- Inspection
- Battery
- -Ism
“She goes out of her way to explain everything and they give you a detailed inspection via email with notes and pics of whatever you're having done with a quote.”
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Autotech San Ramon
“Trusting who I choose to let work on my vehicles is paramount and Troy, David and the Auto TECH crew have continued to build that trust each and every visit.”
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Royal Auto Mechanic
“They never pressured her to do anything, they just gave her the facts and she decided to change them out as she would only have to wait an hour and half.”
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Stevens Creek Automotive
“I have known this company for almost 40 years and they're the best honest courteous available when you need them I personally know Norman when Chris was three years old so I highly recommend Stevens Creek automotive very very very very satisfied all ...”
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Auto Repair Specialist
- Inspection
- Efficient
- Price
“I was on the fence about buying a membership, because I do have roadside assistance through my insurance, but after my experience, I've decided to get that membership.”
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Holland Car Care
- BMW
- Dealership
- Price
“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.”
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Autometrics
- Team
- Phone
- Prices
“I've had my cars (2013 Honda FIT and 1996 Volvo) serviced at Autometrics by Victor and Alfredo for many years — I cannot remember a single time when it wasn't TOP NOTCH QUALITY work and really kind people doing the work.”
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Alpha & Omega Auto Repair Inc
- Nino
- Coolant
- Honest
“Alpha Omega Auto is a good place to get your car fixed ample amount of time dealer's name is Jaden we good kid knows his way around automobiles so does his partner their turnaround time is pretty quick right off of Alma and between Monterey highway a...”
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George's Automotive Services
“Family owned, I came here to change a sensor for my tires and they helped me most importantly the service was quick and I loved how everyone is working together to get the customer in and out.”
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Pacific Auto Works
“One of the pleasant aspects of Pacific Auto Works is that they are open on weekends (Saturday only) until 5:00 pm which is not a normal thing for most repair shops.”
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Dana Meyer Auto Care
“I felt very comfortable discussing work that may need to be done on my car, did not once feel as though I was being taken advantage of or swindled, and I will absolutely be bringing my car here in the future.”
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Berkeley Motor Works Inc
- Job
- Brakes
- BMW
“Paul and Mike and their crew put in 4 hours labor, a new battery (I knew it was heading to that way, a while back) and considerable corrosion repair and cleanup; the job came out clean very fixed.”
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Auto City Repair
- Oil
- Repair and Maintenance
- Price
“I love these guys they always fix my car that is a 2002 Mercedes, and has ongoing Maintenance probem but they always come through and if they miss something the fix it.”
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GIC Car Clinic
- Technicians
- Car Maintenance
- Oil
“They communicated with Olive, the extended warranty company I had my policy through, to get my repair approved along with the research and additional services needed for the repair to be done correctly”
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Pete's
- Job
- Communication
- Price
“If you have a problem with your car and many other repair shops have tried unsuccessfully to fix it, look no further because you've found the right guy.”
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Woodard's Automotive
- Pricing
“We recently had our car serviced at Woodards, as we have had ongoing issues with our brakes after getting them replaced at a prior auto shop without any help in resolving.”
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S & K Auto Repair
“I'm not knowledgeable in cars at all, but he took me in at the scheduled time, showed me and explained exactly what the problems were with my car, and showed me the parts he ordered and what he was going to do with them.”
Radiator Repair and Replacement Services in San Mateo, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$117
Maximum cost
$1052
National Average
$322
$351
$526
Fair price range is based on 324 cost profiles
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