Thursday, February 18, 2010

Engine Repair Chantilly

Everyone who owns an car or truck knows the value of a good repair shop. Sure, you can get your car to the dealer, but how much out of pocket cash is that going to cost? Especially if your vehicle, or the specific repair it needs, is outside the manufacturer’s warranty. That may price hundreds to thousands of dollars more than a car owner can afford. No 1 wants to get their older vehicle to the dealer for maintenance or repair, which can really cost a fortune. The hardest point for a vehicle owner to find has to be a reliable, trustworthy repair shop. How does someone, especially somebody who doesn’t know anything about automotive maintenance, find that dependable and honest repair shop? There are a number of small questions to ask prior to turning over your beloved ride for a repair.

The first point to search for is ASE certification of the mechanics working for that repair shop. ASE is short for that National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence and it is the only certifying national organization for automotive mechanics. The advantage to locating a shop that employs ASE certified mechanics is that the organization certifies each mechanic individually and does not certify just the shop they are working in. You ought to always search for the right repair shop well before you need to use one; there is nothing worse than needing a repair shop and not knowing where to turn. You should also be searching for neatness, cleanliness and well maintained equipment. You will also want to discover a shop that posts rates for service including labor, diagnostic, any warranties for work completed and methods of payment that are accepted by the facility.

Another item you will wish to search for that should make the difference between the facility you choose and also the facility you drive past. If you own a particular brand of automobile, you may wish to locate a facility that specializes in your brand or discover a facility that specializes in all vehicle brands. G & C Tire and Auto Service is a great choice for the all around repair and maintenance shop. Serving the Chantilly, Virginia area since 1996, their ASE certified mechanics can repair and maintain your car or truck, regardless of the country where it was built. An advantage to selecting G & C for your car needs, service and repair work completed maintain the manufacturer warranty on your vehicle.

Please visit http://www.gandcauto.com