Mechanical Cars – The phrase, “Where can I find a good car mechanic?” has been heard a million times in different circumstances surrounding car fault. Decades back, verbal recommendations of an auto mechanic were the easiest ways to get car problems resolved and they will charge a fair price for solving the problem at the sport or moving the car to their shop. All thanks to the technology of this era as a good mechanic is only a few mouse clicks or touchscreen taps away.
Online marketing has greatly simplified the search. Here are a few tips on how to work these sites to find a good car mechanic in your area. Keep in mind that this isn’t an exact science. Sometimes a highly rated shop might disappoint, but at least you can tilt the odds in your favor.
Mechanical Cars – To narrow down your mechanic search, simply type “auto repair” into the search field and enter your ZIP code. You can filter the results based on distance, most reviewed, and highest-rated. The goal should be to find a place that strikes a balance between a good rating and a substantial number of reviews. For example, a place may have a glowing review, but if it’s the only review, that customer’s experience might not be the same as yours. Or worse, it could be a misleading review from an employee or business owner.
Google
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Google’s enormous database will yield the greatest number of search results, but they may require some extra filtering to be useful. Type “auto repair near (your ZIP code)” into the search field. Ignore the sponsored ads at the top of the page. The repair shops will appear about halfway down the page, with their address to the right of their listing. Google has its review and scoring system.
Just Answer LLC
This site is just a chat away from resolving your car issues. Unlimited chats, plus 24/7 roadside assistance & discounts on car repair. Join for only $1. If not satisfied with their services you can cancel anytime. They handle all brands including Ford, Chevy, Toyota, BMW, Hyundai, Honda, or Dodge. Get help with engine issues, AC, electrical problems, fuel systems, and more.
Yelp
Mechanical Cars – Yelp.com describes itself as a site that “connects people with great businesses,” with an auto repair reviews site that is free and has a mobile version, plus apps for Android and Apple mobile devices. Yelp has an algorithm that helps it spot misleading reviews, but sometimes they can slip by undetected. That’s why it is important not to put too much stock in one review. Instead, see what patterns emerge after you’ve read numerous reviews. Look for reviews that are specific and give plenty of details about the users’ experiences.
Sometimes, the owner of an establishment will reply to a review. This response can either be a thank you to someone for a good review or defense or apology if the review was a negative one. Either way, we consider a thoughtful reply a good sign particularly in response to a negative review. It shows that the business cares about its reputation.
Angie’s List
Angie’s List prides itself on having a thorough vetting process for its reviews, which cover everything on the site including the automotive listings. The small number of reviews on Angie’s List can be both a good and a bad thing. On one hand, the chance of a falsified review drops considerably, since the site requires a paid membership to access the site and post a review. But at the same time, it is hard to get a feel for a shop that has very little feedback.
Edmunds Dealership Directory
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We have a dealer locator for those in search of a dealership service facility. The Edmunds moderators closely monitor the reviews for misleading postings.
Yellowpages and Citysearch
Yellowpages.com and Citysearch.com are two other fantastic sites that will also render a perfect job for you. The reviews on these sites are spotty in terms of quantity, still, the sites can be useful for those who want to research a shop thoroughly.
Message Boards
Enthusiast message boards dedicated to a particular car make and model often have forum threads where members discuss their local dealerships or independent repair shops. Forum members chime in and give their experiences or recommendations. All you need to do is to apply some filtering to the reviews, look for patterns of excellence or disappointment.
Despite how far crowdsourced reviews have come, an old-fashioned word-of-mouth recommendation from someone you trust can often be the most effective tool. Ask your friends and family who takes care of their cars and you may just find your new mechanic.
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