Certified Auto Repair

Certified Auto Repair, Inc. 202-C Park Rd (109 England Terrace) Rockville, MD 20850 Tel. (301)279-9451 Fax (301) 279-2592 Owner: Greg M. Orris A coworker turned me on to Certified Auto Repair when I wanted a garage convenient to my work commute. Certified has maintained and repaired my cars since 1995, these being a Dodge Aries, Ford Taurus, Toyota Sienna, and Volvo S70. Located two blocks from the Rockville Metro station, I drop off on the way to work and pick up on the way home. The shop actually repairs things that dealers say must be replaced. Costs are typically 2/3 to 3/4 dealership costs, and he has advised me not to do uneeded work--any shop that advises against work that could easily pad the bill has proven its honesty to me. On a personal note, Greg, the owner, once called me at home on a weekend to find out what was going on with my Ford, because the message I'd left suggested a safety issue. Once I had to take a cab home because my car was locked in the garage after closing (instead of where he it's usually put for after-hours pickup. Greg paid my cab fare. I addition to my experience, check Washington Consumer Checkbook magazine, which has listed Certified as a top DC- area garage for quality and price for many consecutive years.

I love them! They - especially Greg but also Steve and the rest - take the time to explain, check, and re-assure. They are fair about price and don't try to sell me unnecessary crap. The atmosphere is inviting, everyone is in a good mood (and if not - I don't feel it). The bays are clean, and they have a lot of space to maneuver the cars and keep them safe. They have fun car books to look at while you wait, too! I warmly recommend this shop.