Owning a car means that you must have a car mechanic. Cars need the services of a car mechanic the same way human beings need the services of a doctor. Selecting the mechanic should, therefore, be done carefully without hurry or pressure. Making a mistake in the selection of a car mechanic means that your car will not be well attended and might develop problems in the future. This article will give you tips which will guide you in the selection of a car mechanic. Read on

Recommendations

If this is your first car, it is recommended that you seek recommendations to a good car mechanic from family and friends. It should be people who already own cars. If you have a mechanic in mind, you can ask them if they have heard of the services of the mechanic. Do not do it blindly and do not let the excitement of owning a car lead you to make the wrong selection.

On recommendations, make an effort of meeting the mechanic in person. Ask any question and present your concerns to them. The way the mechanic answers your questions says it all. If you realize that the mechanic is not what you have been looking for during the meeting, say your goodbyes and get another one.

Visit Their Garage

A garage is the mechanic’s office. You should familiarize yourself with the place where your car will be taken care of. Is the garage clean and organized? Off course you do not expect the place to be sparkling clean because they use oils but at least the place should be organized. Bolts and nuts should be strategically and safely stored such that they access them with ease. The first impression matters a lot. The way the garage looks like shows exactly how your car will be handled.

Do they have a waiting bay? There are times when you will want your car to be checked as you wait. The mechanic should have a waiting bay with a TV or WI-FI to entertain the customers as they wait for service. Some garages go as far as giving their customers coffee. The way the staff treats you matters a lot as well. They should be welcoming and answer your questions in an informative and friendly manner.

Cost

How much are they charging for their services? Price varies with the reputation of the garage, the level of damage. The type of your car and many other factors. Since we do not own the same cars, I cannot give a specific figure in terms of price, but I will advise you to make sure that you get value for your money.…