Smog This

They don't tell u upfront how much the smog check is going to be. He told me he would give me a military discount, but it just ended up costing MORE than I would have paid at the shop I normally go. Definitely cheaper at other locations. Worse part is that he was prior military pretending like he's looking out for other service members. I won't be back here

Sep 18, 2024 · Jose Acosta

James provided an awesome start to finish experience getting my smog this afternoon... would definitely recommend and I'll definitely return as a customer

Jan 13, 2025 · Taylor Lee

Called in for smog. I misread my renewal notice and it said "smog abatement fee". The guy I called told me my car year wasn't due yet and resolved my issue without me accidentally wasting money on a smog. Honest guy

Sep 18, 2024 · Ryan W

Service was quick. Dude was a bit rough in interaction, but not rude. Dude was upfront about pricing. I was worried when he wrote the estimate because it did not reflect the verbalized pricing but when it came time to pay it was exactly as he had verbalized from the beginning. My opinion: if you're a vet and have dealt with blunt individuals then service there should not bother you; if you have never experienced a person being straight to the point and focused on getting the job done without worrying about including common pleasantries in dialogue then take a breath, chill, and remember you went to the shop for a specific service that they will complete for the stated price. Would return.

Jan 02, 2024 · Doc Rev

Alright, this is a long overdue review, but after yesterday's visit, I am forcing myself to sit down and write this review. Let's start from the beginning. I started going to Smog This about eight years ago. I found a coupon that said cash price, so I went in, got my smog check done without issue, paid the quoted price, and went on my way. Next smog check I needed, I found a cheaper place that also took appointments. I made an appointment at this other place, and not only were they double booked, but they took a non-appointment in front of us. I waited almost two hours to save $5. Needless to say, I went running back to Smog This for my next smog check. I have taken my wife's truck, father-in-law, and my car to Smog This. I have both walked in and made appointments. I do not remember being there longer than 45 minutes as a walk-in. Yesterday I had an appointment at 10 am. I got to Smog This at 9:50 and was greeted by name. I was driving home at 10:05. I find some of these one-star reviews amusing. Most people are complaining about the coupon price. It states cash price and trucks/SUVs extra. If you think it's the same test, why the price difference? Here you go. Every smog place charges extra for trucks and SUVs because they are heavier and more demanding on the equipment, causing more wear and tear. If you want to know the price, then be an adult and ask the technician what the cost will be before you hand over your keys. All smog places charge a certificate fee and will have that cost in the fine print of their coupons. I will continue to go to Smog This with my coupon and pay with cash for the foreseeable future. If you want to save $5 going to another place, go for it, but my time is valuable, and James knows how to get his customers in and out as quickly as he can so you can go about your day. Smog This is also a test-only STAR station, so you do not have to worry about where your DMV notice says you must go. It meets all the requirements every time. Yesterday, James also informed me that my vehicle had a recall. While I knew that already I would assume most people have no idea about recalls on their vehicles. James took the extra time to print off the recall and review it with me before I left. I very much appreciated that information. Another appointment on 1/8/25 at 1pm. Showed up at 12:50 and I was headed home by 1:07. Great service as always!

Jan 08, 2025 · Shane Fournier

idk what all the bad reviews are about, this place is great! called ahead on my way as the website suggests, and he took care of me right away! honored the coupon, so just $35 cash out the door. then we talked about nerdy stuff like cameras and electric cars. real nice guy!

Apr 22, 2025 · Aidin Brown

Star certified! Great friendly fast service, really happy to have found a go to smog place in North County. I’ll absolutely be back, we have about a dozen cars in the household that need smogs and this is where we are going from now on for all of them.

Apr 09, 2025 · Timothy Allen