Find a Shop That Does the Job Right
Mechanics, body shops, tire shops, welders and fabricators across the U.S. No paid rankings, plus free tools to check your quote.
What Is workshop.broker?
workshop.broker is a free U.S. directory of 52,978 auto repair shops, body shops, tire shops, welders, metal fabricators and machine shops, from OpenStreetMap. Every shop is listed free and in the same way: no paid rankings and no sold leads. Free tools check a repair quote and compare offers from different shops.
Repair Cost Calculator
Labor, parts, fees and tax: see whether your quote adds up.
Free ToolCompare Repair Quotes
Line up three shops on price, parts and warranty. Save, print or share.
Free ToolRepair or Replace?
Compare a big repair with the yearly cost of changing cars.
Every Kind of Workshop
Auto Repair Shops
General mechanics and garages: brakes, diagnostics, oil, suspension, cooling and engine work.
Auto Body & Collision
Collision repair, dents, frame straightening and paint, usually working with your insurer.
Tire Shops
New and used tires, mounting, balancing, rotation, alignment and flat repair.
Transmission Shops
Transmission diagnosis, service, rebuilds and replacement units.
Muffler & Brake Shops
Exhaust systems, mufflers, catalytic converters and brake work.
Truck & Diesel Repair
Heavy-duty trucks, diesel engines, fleets, trailers and roadside service.
Motorcycle Repair
Motorcycle service, tires, tune-ups and engine work.
Inspection & Smog Stations
State safety inspections and emissions or smog tests.
Welding Shops
Steel, aluminum and stainless repair welding, in the shop or mobile on site.
Metal Fabrication
Custom steel and sheet metal: gates, railings, brackets, enclosures, frames and production parts.
Machine Shops
Lathe, mill and CNC work: custom parts, engine machining and repairs.
Blacksmiths
Hand-forged ironwork, hardware, gates, tools and restoration.
Repair and Fabrication Guides
Auto Repair Labor Rates: What Is Normal?
What mechanics charge per hour at independent shops and dealers, how book time works and how to tell if your rate is fair.
How to Choose a Mechanic You Can Trust
Nine practical checks for picking an auto repair shop before you need one, from ASE certification to how the shop handles estimates.
Dealer vs Independent Mechanic
When a dealer service department is worth it, when an independent shop is better, and what really happens to your warranty.
Written Repair Estimates: What to Check
What a repair estimate should include, how to approve extra work and what to do if the final bill is higher than you agreed.
ASE Certification Explained
What ASE certification proves, the blue seal, test areas such as brakes and engine repair, and how to ask a shop about it.
Collision Repair and Insurance
How insurance claims work with body shops, your right to choose a shop, supplements, parts types and the final inspection.
Shops by State
- California 4,832
- Texas 4,079
- Pennsylvania 3,347
- Washington 2,416
- Arizona 2,199
- New York 2,196
- Ohio 2,012
- North Carolina 1,787
- Michigan 1,733
- Illinois 1,715
- Virginia 1,688
- Georgia 1,620
- Florida 1,598
- New Jersey 1,517
- Colorado 1,483
- Minnesota 1,133
- Oregon 1,128
- Maryland 1,116
- Massachusetts 958
- Indiana 938
- Wisconsin 905
- Missouri 851
- Tennessee 811
- South Carolina 801
- Oklahoma 795
- Utah 738
- Alabama 716
- New Hampshire 651
- Connecticut 599
- Iowa 575
- Idaho 534
- Montana 510
- Kansas 502
- Louisiana 470
- New Mexico 429
- Kentucky 419
- Nebraska 364
- Arkansas 332
- South Dakota 329
- Nevada 316
- Maine 286
- West Virginia 238
- Mississippi 236
- Puerto Rico 185
- Vermont 165
- Wyoming 140
- Delaware 130
- Alaska 125
- Hawaii 118
- Rhode Island 97
- North Dakota 78
- District of Columbia 38
Questions
How do I find a good mechanic near me?
Type your city, state, ZIP code or a shop name above, or tap "Use My Location". Then check for ASE-certified technicians, ask for a written estimate and a warranty, and try the shop on a small job first. Our guide on choosing a mechanic has nine practical checks.
How much do mechanics charge per hour?
As a planning range, independent shops often charge about $90–$160 per hour and dealers about $140–$220 or more. Your total also depends on the hours billed, so use our repair cost calculator to check a whole quote.
How much does a welder charge?
As a planning range, welding shops often charge about $75–$150 per hour and mobile welders about $90–$200 per hour plus travel, usually with a minimum charge. Send photos and ask for a written quote.
Do shops pay to be listed or ranked here?
No. Every listing is free and comes from OpenStreetMap, the open map anyone can edit. Nobody can pay for a higher position, and we never sell your contact details: you contact shops directly.