Do mechanics make up problems?

Unfortunately, some honest mechanics will exaggerate a legitimate problem in order to convince a skeptical owner that the problem really does exist. Even worse, a shady mechanic may point out a problem that doesn’t exist!

Do mechanics lie a lot?

Car mechanics are notorious for lying to their customers in order to gain extra work for things that don’t really need doing or for charging extra for things if they can tell someone doesn’t really know what they are talking about. Sadly, this can lead to people spending lots of money without actually needing to.

How do you know if your mechanic is not good?

Rudloff says another sign of a not-so-good-mechanic is their inability to fix your vehicle correctly the first time. “I would recommend that if you are regularly finding that you must take your car back for a “refix,” you have not found the right mechanic,” he says.

How to find a good mechanic when moving to a new town?

And when moving to a new town, searching for a good mechanic is something you’ll certainly have to do at some point, so Rudloff says to speak with the repair professionals in your new area, and ask if they’re using tools that are specifically designed for your vehicle.

Is the Internet a good place to find a good mechanic?

You are far more likely to encounter a mechanic who is inept, under-trained, under-tooled etc., than you are to encounter an outright dishonest one.” And in terms of fair prices for parts and services, Rudloff says the Internet is a great place to compare prices, and fellow ASA member Diane Larson agrees.

Do mechanics need certifications to be successful?

This often is a good indicator of competence and improves the likelihood of a successful repair visit for the customer,” Rudloff explains. In addition, he says certifications are a great thing for mechanics to have, but consumers shouldn’t consider them written guarantees of competency.