- Business Insider asked two automotive experts which questions you should ask a mechanic before getting your car serviced.
- They suggested a total of five questions.
- You should ask about the estimated price of the job, how long it will take, and the warranty on a repair, they said.
Having any kind of mechanical work done on your car can be an
intimidating experience. Sometimes, it can be difficult to
understand what may be wrong with the vehicle, how long it will
take to fix, and how much the repair will cost.
Business Insider asked two automotive experts which questions you should ask a mechanic before getting your car serviced.
Here's what they said,
Getting a written estimate for a repair ahead of time will give you a general sense of what it will cost, said David Bennett, a manager of repair systems at AAA. You can also require the mechanic to contact you and get your approval if the repair cost exceeds the estimate by a pre-specified amount, Bennett added.
Business Insider asked two automotive experts which questions you should ask a mechanic before getting your car serviced.
Here's what they said,
How much do you think the repair will cost?
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Do you have qualified technicians?
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What is your hourly rate for labor?
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What is the warranty on the work you're going to perform?
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How long is the repair work going to take?
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