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Honest pricing

Real prices,
in writing.

Realistic ranges for every service we do, published so you can budget with confidence. Final quote after inspection. No surprise upcharges, ever.

Quoted before any wrench turns

You see the inspection findings, the proposed repair, and the price before we touch anything beyond the diagnostic.

No upcharges after the fact

If we discover something while we are in there, we stop and call. Your authorization is required for any change to the quote.

NAPA Auto Care warranty

Qualifying repairs covered 24 months / 24,000 miles, honored at over 17,000 NAPA shops nationwide.

By service category

What things actually cost.

Every range below assumes a typical car or light truck. Final price depends on your specific vehicle, what we find on inspection, and parts availability. We always quote before starting work.

Brakes

Pads, rotors, calipers, fluid, ABS. Most jobs same-day with parts in stock.

Pad replacement, per axle (sedan)
$150 – $300
Pad and rotor replacement, per axle
$300 – $550
Brake fluid flush
$80 – $150
Caliper replacement, single
$250 – $500
Master cylinder replacement
$400 – $800

European luxury brakes (BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Audi) run roughly 50–80% higher because the parts cost more.

Oil change and lube

Right oil weight and filter spec for your vehicle. Walk-ins welcome.

Conventional oil change
$35 – $55
Synthetic blend
$50 – $75
Full synthetic
$70 – $110
European synthetic (BMW, MB, VW, Volvo)
$95 – $145

Includes top-off of brake, coolant, and washer fluids and a visual inspection of belts, hoses, tires, and brakes while the car is up.

AC and HVAC

Recharge, leak detection, compressor, condenser, heater core. R-134a and R-1234yf systems.

AC performance check + recharge (R-134a)
$150 – $250
AC performance check + recharge (R-1234yf)
$250 – $400
AC compressor replacement, sedan
$900 – $1,400
AC compressor replacement, truck or luxury
$1,200 – $2,800
Heater core replacement
$700 – $1,800

Book in March before the August rush. We seal the leak before recharging refrigerant. No top-and-pray.

Engine diagnostics

Real diagnosis with manufacturer-specific scan tools, not parts-cannon guessing.

OBD-II diagnostic + freeze-frame analysis
$100 – $150
Intermittent / electrical drivability diagnosis
$150 – $300

Diagnostic fee is credited toward the repair if you have us fix it. When we find it, you only pay once.

Engine repair and replacement

Head gaskets, timing components, mounts, replacements. Quotes within 24 hours of inspection.

Timing belt + water pump + tensioners
$700 – $1,400
Head gasket repair
$1,800 – $3,500
Engine replacement (used)
$3,500 – $6,500
Engine replacement (remanufactured)
$5,500 – $9,500

We quote rebuild vs. replace honestly based on the math. NAPA warranty applies on qualifying engine work.

Transmission

Diagnose before we replace. Most issues are not full failures.

Drain and fill (right fluid for your spec)
$150 – $300
Transmission service with filter
$250 – $450
Rebuild
$2,500 – $4,500
Replacement (reman or used)
$3,500 – $6,500

Electrical and battery

Charging system test before we sell you a battery.

Battery test
Free, walk-in
Battery replacement (group size dependent)
$200 – $400
Alternator replacement
$400 – $800
Starter replacement
$350 – $700
Parasitic-draw diagnostic
$150 – $300

Texas state inspection

Authorized state inspection station. Walk-in.

Safety + emissions (DFW counties)
$25.50
Safety only (non-emissions counties)
$7.00
Re-inspection after pass
Free within 15 days at the same shop

Plus the state's separate registration fee, paid at the DMV. Bring your insurance card.

Tires and alignment

Rotation, balance, repair, replacement, TPMS.

Tire rotation
$30 – $45
Tire balance, all four wheels
$50 – $80
Flat repair, plug + patch
$30 – $50
Wheel alignment, four-wheel
$100 – $140
TPMS sensor replacement
$80 – $140 each

Cooling system

Coolant flush, radiator, thermostat, water pump, hoses.

Coolant flush + correct refill
$120 – $220
Thermostat replacement
$220 – $500
Water pump replacement
$450 – $1,200
Radiator replacement
$500 – $1,200

Fuel injection

Cleaning, filters, pumps, throttle bodies. GDI walnut blast available.

Fuel injector cleaning service
$100 – $200
Fuel filter replacement
$80 – $200
Fuel pump replacement (in-tank)
$500 – $900
Throttle body cleaning
$120 – $220

Battery service

Texas heat is the number-one battery killer. Charging system tested first.

Free battery test
Walk-in, no purchase required
Battery replacement, standard group
$200 – $300
AGM battery (luxury, stop-start)
$300 – $450
Charging system diagnosis
$100 – $150

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