Services & Pricing
GO Garage provides focused mobile auto care for specific safety-critical systems, along with limited, surface-level check engine light evaluations.
This page explains what’s handled, how pricing works, and whether it makes sense to contact me.
Service call & initial assessment
The service call fee is $125.
This covers:
Travel to your location
Setup and on-site time
Initial inspection or assessment of the concern
The service call fee is separate from any repair work and does not apply toward repairs.
If repairs are recommended, you’ll receive clear options before deciding how to proceed.
Services handled on-site
I focus on systems that directly affect how your vehicle starts, stops, and handles, plus basic evaluations of common warning lights.
All work is limited to services that can be performed safely, cleanly, and responsibly in a mobile setting.
Inspections & Assessments
Inspections are focused evaluations, not broad vehicle checklists or upsell inspections.
Common inspection requests include:
Brake system inspections
Suspension and steering inspections
Starting and charging system checks
Noise, vibration, or handling concerns related to the systems above
An inspection is intended to:
Identify worn or failed components related to the concern
Confirm whether an issue is safety-related
Provide clear, realistic repair recommendations
I address the concern I was called for and do not actively search for unrelated or minor maintenance items.
Brake services
Brake pad replacement
Brake rotor replacement
Caliper replacement (when required)
Brake hardware and slide service
Brake system safety assessments
Brake work is limited to vehicles where repairs can be completed safely on-site.
Suspension & steering
Struts and shocks
Control arms
Ball joints
Tie rods
Sway bar links and bushings
I replace worn components and assess related parts that affect ride quality, steering control, and safety.
Alignments are not performed on-site and may be recommended after suspension work.
Batteries, starters & alternators
Battery testing and replacement
Starter replacement
Alternator replacement
Basic starting and charging system checks
These services are evaluated case-by-case based on access, location, and risk.
If a repair requires deep disassembly, heavy fluid handling, or creates spill risk, it may be better handled in a shop setting.
Check engine light (limited scope)
I offer basic check engine light evaluations for common, non-complex issues.
This includes:
Scanning and reading diagnostic trouble codes
Explaining what the code typically indicates
Advising whether the vehicle is generally safe to drive
Recommending appropriate next steps
In some cases, minor component repairs may be offered after inspection if:
The failure is clear
Access is reasonable
Risk is low
The scope can be clearly defined in advance
If a repair involves deep access, extended labor, or elevated risk, I’ll recommend a shop rather than attempting it in the field.
This service is informational and scope-limited, not an open-ended diagnostic process.
How repair pricing works
Repair pricing is based on the specific scope of work, including the time, access, and complexity required to complete the repair.
Some repairs are straightforward.
Others require additional labor due to component location or vehicle design.
After the initial assessment:
Repairs are quoted before any work begins
Pricing reflects a clearly defined scope
No work is performed without approval
Unforeseen conditions
Automotive repairs can sometimes reveal additional issues once work begins, especially on vehicles affected by age, corrosion, wear, or contamination.
Examples may include:
Rusted or seized hardware that breaks during removal
Previously damaged or bent components
Seized calipers or contaminated brake components revealed during service
Exhaust or suspension fasteners failing due to normal wear and corrosion
If this occurs:
Work will pause
The scope will be reassessed
Any additional cost will be explained before proceeding
No additional work is performed without approval.
Mobile work limitations
Because this is a mobile service, not every repair is appropriate to perform on-site.
If a repair requires:
Deep disassembly or tear-down
Extended labor with major components removed
Increased safety or liability risk in a driveway or parking lot
It may be better handled in a shop setting.
I do not take on heavy tear-down work in the field.
Fluid-heavy work considerations
Some repairs involve significant fluid handling, which may not be appropriate to perform in a mobile environment.
If a job requires:
Large volumes of oil, coolant, transmission fluid, or similar fluids
Extended open systems that increase spill risk
Conditions where containment and cleanup can’t be properly controlled
It may be better handled in a shop environment.
This helps avoid:
Damage to driveways or surrounding property
Environmental contamination
Cleanup issues that don’t serve the client or the work
I do not perform fluid-heavy jobs in the field when they can’t be done cleanly and responsibly.
Services Not Offered
To avoid confusion, GO Garage does not take on:
Advanced or open-ended check engine light diagnostics
Electrical or wiring fault tracing
Engine or transmission work
Air conditioning system repairs
Oil changes, flushes, or radiator jobs
Minor maintenance upsells or checklist inspections
Alignments
Open-ended “just look at it” visits
These services are better handled by a fully equipped repair facility.
Is this service a good fit?
This service works well if you:
Are comfortable with a $125 service call for inspection and assessment
Want clear answers before committing to repairs
Prefer on-site service for safety-related work
Understand that scope can change if hidden issues are uncovered
Value professional judgment over shortcuts or upselling
It may not be a good fit if you’re looking for:
Free inspections
Guaranteed pricing regardless of condition
Fluid-heavy or tear-down repairs performed on-site
General maintenance services
Emergency or on-demand repairs
Request Service
If your vehicle needs attention in one of the areas above, you can request service below.
Text or voicemail is preferred.
