Female Friendly Auto Repair
HEART Auto Care: Your Guide to Female Friendly Auto Repair
Maybe you’ve just purchased your very first car, and you’ve had a bad experience with the first auto shop you’ve been to. Or maybe your car has broken down on the way to your daughter’s soccer game, and the repair shop has been less than helpful. For thousands of women across the US, dealing with auto repair shops can be irritating, infuriating, and in many cases, anxiety-inducing. But when it comes to female-friendly auto repair, there’s hope out there – and we’ve got all the answers.
With our handy guide, we’ve covered all you need to know about auto repair, from the questions you should be asking to repair tips to ensure your vehicle stays safe on the road. We don’t believe that auto repair is a man’s game, and as one of the Chicago’s number one repair shops for everyone, women and men included, we’re all about the personal touch.
Read on to find out all you need to know about auto repair, how to find the ideal repair shop for you, and what to do if you’re caught short with a car that’s not working. We’ve got all the answers right here and now to get you started:
Keeping your car healthy
Changing your oil
Changing your oil is a quick and simple way to prevent extensive repair bills and problems further down the line. Many repair shops will quickly and easily change your oil for you to keep up with your maintenance, whether as part of ongoing maintenance or a one-off.
Cleaning your battery
A corroded or damaged battery can lead to an extended stay at an auto repair shop for a replacement. But you can keep your car battery clean at home with the use of a wire brush, ensuring the battery is clear, and no damage is being caused over time. Keep your car clean, and it’s far more likely to stay in top condition for longer.
Keeping a spare
Ensuring your car has a spare tire is an excellent way to make sure you don’t end up towed to an unfamiliar auto repair shop. Many call-out mechanics can perform a change at the side of the road, or you may be able to do it yourself once you’ve learned how. Keep your spare in top condition, and you can avoid unknown auto repair places altogether.
Replacing brake pads
Brake pads are a necessary maintenance expense, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for an auto repair place that overcharges and doesn’t respect you. HEART is the ideal choice for brake pad replacement, done quickly and effectively at an affordable rate. Brake pads are a must to keep your vehicle safe, especially if you have children or family driving with you.
Managing big repairs
There’s plenty you can do at home to stop your car from needing to go into the shop. But now and then, big repairs are a must. Not only do you want expert mechanics on the job, but you also want a service that’s friendly, professional, and good at what they do. When it comes to managing your auto repair shop visit, here’s what you can do to ensure everything goes as smoothly as possible – as well as a few questions you may want to ask:
Research auto repair shops near you
Ask questions
You may be nervous about asking questions in an auto repair shop. Still, any good mechanic should be able to answer any queries you have with clear, concise, and understandable answers. Don’t forget you always have the right to go elsewhere if you aren’t happy with the service in a particular repair shop. So, what questions should you be asking?
Do these parts meet OEM standards?
Any auto repair shop should be able to confirm that all their parts are above the standards for the Original Equipment Manufacturer before they’re put into your vehicle. You don’t want to use parts that don’t meet these standards, as they will break down faster, leaving you stranded on the way to soccer practice or with a broken vehicle in the middle of your family vacation.
What is your warranty policy?
If parts are being put into your vehicle, you’ll want to know what the warranty is for those parts, as well as for the service itself. Any good repair shop should be able to give you information on their warranty. If they can’t, you’ll want to look elsewhere. At HEART, we offer a 2-Year/24,000 Mile Warranty.
How much will this work cost?
While what’s needed may change throughout your repair, any auto repair shop should still be able to provide an estimate or quote of how much the work will cost before they start. Ask how much it will be upfront before you approve any work. If you don’t like the price they quote, you’re free to look elsewhere.
Finding an auto repair shop that respects you
If you own a car as a woman, you’ve likely experienced poor service from auto repair shops. Whether you’ve struggled to get the help that you need, or confusing jargon is thrown at you, visiting an auto repair shop doesn’t have to be an ordeal. Pick the right shop and car repair can be a positive experience. At HEART, we believe that everyone deserves a high standard of care and support when it comes to their vehicle. Regardless of who they are.
If you’ve had a bad experience in the past, our friendly and expert team will restore your faith in auto care. From routine maintenance to inspections, repairs following accidents to problems with your vehicle, we do it all. If you’re wondering, ‘is this a mechanic I can trust?’, the answer is always yes when it comes to our professional, expert, and customer-focused team at HEART auto repair shop.
Why choose HEART?
HEART Auto Care provides all our customers with a professional, friendly experience when it comes to auto repair. We understand you live a busy life – which is why 98% of repairs are completed same-day, and we offer free loaner vehicles to ensure you can get where you need to be, whether it’s taking your little ones to school or picking up the weekly groceries. If you do choose to wait, we even have clean, inviting bathrooms and a children’s play area on-site at each location. When it comes to female-friendly auto repair, we’re number one.
To book in repairs or maintenance at a clean auto repair shop, use our online booking form now or get in touch with our friendly team on the phone. At HEART, we’d be more than happy to help.
