The Mobile Driveway Mechanic

About

The Mobile Driveway Mechanic is a top-notch mobile automotive repair service managed by a professional mobile mechanic. With the convenience of on-call service, we bring our expertise right to your car's location, whether it's in your driveway or on the side of the road. We are equipped to handle a wide range of repairs and maintenance services, ensuring your vehicle is back on the road in no time. Trust The Mobile Driveway Mechanic to provide efficient and reliable solutions for all your automotive needs, all from the comfort of your own driveway.

Policy and Terms

By scheduling an appointment with The Mobile Driveway Mechanic, clients agree to our cancellation and rescheduling policy. Clients can cancel or reschedule appointments up to 3 hours before the scheduled start time without penalty. Any cancellations or rescheduling within 3 hours of the appointment may result in a fee. The Mobile Driveway Mechanic reserves the right to refuse service to any client at our discretion. Clients are responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date information about their vehicle and location. Payment is due at the time of service, unless otherwise agreed upon. By scheduling an appointment, clients agree to abide by all policies and terms set forth by The Mobile Driveway Mechanic. Half payment up front is required for any service above 150 dollars.

Contact

Hours

Sunday

9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Monday

9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

3:45 PM - 9:30 PM

Tuesday

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

All services

GENERAL MOBILE DIAGNOSTIC

On-site inspection for warning lights, unusual noises, drivability concerns, leaks or other mechanical problems. Includes an initial visual inspection, basic scan and testing reasonably necessary to identify the likely cause. Repairs, advanced electrical testing and parts are additional.

55 min | $125

NO-START DIAGNOSTIC

On-site diagnosis for a vehicle that cranks but will not start, clicks, starts intermittently or does not respond. Includes initial battery, starter, charging, fuel, ignition and computer-system checks as applicable. Additional diagnostic time requires approval.

1 h 15 min | $150

CHECK-ENGINE-LIGHT DIAGNOSTIC

Includes scanning trouble codes, reviewing available live data and performing reasonable preliminary testing to determine the likely cause of the warning light. This is more than simply reading a code. Parts and additional testing are not included.

1 h 30 min | $125

ADVANCED ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTIC

First hour of electrical troubleshooting for blown fuses, parasitic draws, wiring faults, malfunctioning accessories, communication problems and intermittent electrical conditions. Additional testing is billed at $125 per hour with customer approval.

1 h 30 min | $150

BATTERY AND CHARGING-SYSTEM TEST

On-site battery, alternator and starting-system assessment. Includes battery-voltage testing, charging-voltage testing and inspection of accessible terminals and cables. Repairs and replacement parts are additional.

30 min | $85

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Removal and replacement of an accessible automotive battery, cleaning of accessible terminals and verification of starting and charging operation. Battery and special programming or registration are additional.

30 min | $95

ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT

Removal and replacement of the alternator, followed by a charging-system verification. Price varies based on accessibility and required component removal. Alternator, belt and other parts are additional.

2 h | $225

STARTER REPLACEMENT

Removal and replacement of an accessible starter motor followed by an operational test. Vehicles requiring intake, exhaust, mount or drivetrain component removal will receive a custom quote. Starter is additional.

2 h 30 min | starting at $225

SERPENTINE OR DRIVE-BELT REPLACEMENT

Removal and replacement of an accessible serpentine or accessory drive belt. Includes a visual inspection of accessible pulleys and tensioner. Belt, tensioner and pulleys are additional.

1 h | starting at $125

FULL-SYNTHETIC MOBILE OIL CHANGE

Mobile full-synthetic oil and filter change for vehicles requiring up to five quarts of standard-grade full-synthetic oil. Includes fluid-level check and proper disposal of used oil. Additional oil, specialty filters, skid-plate removal and European or diesel applications cost extra.

45 min | starting at $125

USED-VEHICLE PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION

Independent on-site evaluation before purchasing a used vehicle. Includes visual mechanical inspection, any signs that the vehicle was in any crash, and was repaired, chasse salt and rust corrosion inspection. computer scan, fluid and leak checks, tire and brake observations, basic road test when permitted, and a written or photo-based findings summary. This is not a state safety inspection or guarantee against hidden defects. For safety reasons the car can be scanned for any tracking/gps devices or audio video devices transmitting remotely without disclosure. if any found removal of said device is at an additional cost $150.00 due to electrical wires being tampered with or require repair to original factory design.

30 min | $0

PRE-TRIP VEHICLE INSPECTION

Inspection of major visible systems before a long trip, including fluids, battery condition, belts, hoses, tires, brakes, lights and visible leaks. Repairs and parts are quoted separately.

45 min | $150

FRONT OR REAR BRAKE-PAD REPLACEMENT

Labor to replace disc-brake pads on one axle and inspect accessible rotors, calipers and brake hardware. Brake pads, hardware and other parts are additional. Trucks, performance vehicles and electronic parking-brake systems may cost more.

1 h 15 min | Price: $150 per axle

BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS

Labor to replace brake pads and rotors on one axle, inspect accessible calipers and hardware, and verify basic brake operation. Parts are additional. Seized hardware, damaged calipers and electronic parking-brake procedures cost extra.

2 h | $225 per axel

REAR DRUM-BRAKE SERVICE

Labor to replace accessible rear drum-brake shoes and related service hardware. Drums, shoes, springs, cylinders and other parts are additional. Final price depends on condition and configuration.

2 h | $225

BRAKE-CALIPER REPLACEMENT

Removal and replacement of one accessible brake caliper, followed by bleeding of the affected brake circuit and an operational check. Caliper, brake fluid and related parts are additional.

1 h 15 min | $175

BRAKE-FLUID BLEED OR FLUSH

Removal of old brake fluid and bleeding of the hydraulic brake system using the appropriate procedure. Brake fluid is additional. Pricing may increase for seized bleeders, contaminated systems or vehicles requiring scan-tool activation.

1 h 30 min | $150

WATER-PUMP REPLACEMENT

Labor to remove and replace an externally accessible engine water pump and refill or bleed the cooling system. Water pump, coolant, gaskets and related parts are additional. Internal, timing-driven and specialty water pumps require a custom quote.

3 h 30 min | starting at $335

RADIATOR REPLACEMENT

Labor to remove and replace an accessible radiator and refill or bleed the cooling system. Radiator, coolant, hoses, fittings and other parts are additional. A/C condenser or front-end disassembly may increase the price.

3 h | starting at $335

THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT

Removal and replacement of an accessible thermostat, followed by cooling-system refill, bleeding and operating-temperature verification. Thermostat, housing, gasket and coolant are additional.

2 h | starting at $225

COOLING-SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST

Pressure testing and visual inspection to locate accessible external coolant leaks and evaluate basic cooling-system condition. Internal engine-leak testing, repairs and replacement parts are additional.

1 h | $125

COOLANT FLUSH

Drain and replacement of accessible cooling-system fluid, followed by system bleeding and temperature verification. Coolant and specialty procedures are additional. Severely contaminated systems may require additional service.

1 h 30 min | starting at $125

A/C SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC

Initial on-site A/C evaluation, including vent-temperature check, accessible electrical inspection and system-pressure testing when appropriate. Refrigerant, leak detection, recovery, evacuation and repairs are additional.

1 h 25 min | $125

A/C EVACUATION AND RECHARGE

Recovery when available, system evacuation, vacuum-hold test and recharge to the manufacturer-specified refrigerant weight. Refrigerant and repairs are additional. Service cannot guarantee cooling if the system has leaks or defective components.

1 h 30 min | 175 plus refrigerant

Rear Main Seal Replacement

Replacement of the engine rear main crankshaft seal to correct oil leaks between the engine and transmission. Service generally requires removal of the transmission to access the seal. Includes: • Transmission removal and reinstallation • Rear main seal removal and replacement • Inspection of sealing surface and surrounding oil leaks • Reassembly and leak check • Fluid level inspection after repair Parts, fluids, damaged hardware, and additional repairs are separate. Final labor price depends on vehicle make, model, drivetrain, and access requirements. 4WD/AWD and heavy-duty trucks may require additional labor. RWD car/truck: 5–8 labor hours 4WD truck/SUV: 7–11 hours FWD/transverse engine: 7–12+ hours

5 h 30 min | $850

A/C COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT

Labor to remove and replace an accessible A/C compressor and related seals. Compressor, oil, refrigerant, seals, flushing and other required components are additional. Final price depends on system contamination and accessibility.

3 h | starting at $350

SPARK-PLUG REPLACEMENT — 4 CYLINDER

abor to replace accessible spark plugs in a four-cylinder engine and inspect accessible ignition components. Spark plugs and other parts are additional. Intake removal or seized plugs will increase the price.

1 h | $175

SPARK-PLUG REPLACEMENT — 6 CYLINDER

Labor to replace spark plugs in a six-cylinder engine. Spark plugs and gaskets are additional. Price depends on engine layout and whether intake-manifold removal is required.

1 h | $225

SPARK-PLUG REPLACEMENT — 8 CYLINDER

Labor to replace spark plugs in an eight-cylinder engine. Spark plugs and related parts are additional. Broken, seized or difficult-to-access plugs require additional labor.

1 h 30 min | $275

IGNITION-COIL REPLACEMENT

Labor to replace one accessible ignition coil and verify basic operation. Coil and related parts are additional. Diagnosis, intake removal and replacement of multiple coils are priced separately.

45 min | starting at $100

AFTER-HOURS OR EMERGENCY MOBILE SERVICE

Priority mobile response outside regular business hours, subject to technician availability and location. Price covers the initial service call and first-level assessment. Repairs, parts, tolls and extended travel are additional.

1 h 30 min | starting at $175

MISCELLANEOUS REPAIR OR ASSEMBLY REQUEST

Use this option for a repair, installation or assembly service that is not otherwise listed. The $100 payment covers the initial visit and assessment and is applied toward approved work performed during the appointment when stated in the final estimate. Materials and additional labor are quoted separately.

30 min | Starting at $100 labor only plus parts or supplies

FULL VEHICLE WRAP

Full exterior vinyl vehicle wrap using an approved material. Final pricing depends on vehicle size, design, finish, disassembly and surface condition. Paint correction, rust repair, old-wrap removal and specialty materials are additional.

5 h | starting at $2500

PARTIAL VEHICLE WRAP

Partial vinyl wrap for selected vehicle panels, accents or commercial graphics. Price depends on coverage, vehicle condition, material, design and preparation. Removal of old vinyl and body repair are additional.

5 h 30 min | starting at $800

AUTOMOTIVE WINDOW TINT — FULL VEHICLE

Window-film installation on standard side and rear windows. Windshield, sunroof, old-tint removal and premium ceramic film are additional. Final pricing depends on vehicle size, film selection and glass configuration.

3 h 30 min | starting at $225

AUTOMOTIVE WINDOW TINT — TWO WINDOWS

Installation of automotive window film on two standard side windows. Film type, vehicle configuration, old-film removal and specialty glass affect final pricing. Texas-compliant film options are available.

1 h | $0

MOBILE WET OR DUSTLESS BLASTING

Mobile abrasive cleaning for approved automotive, metal, concrete or restoration projects. Pricing depends on surface area, coating thickness, corrosion, abrasive media, containment, cleanup and travel. Complete vehicles and large projects require inspection and a written quote

5 h | starting at $225

TIMING-CHAIN REPLACEMENT

Complex engine repair involving replacement of timing-chain components as required. Parts, fluids, seals and machine work are additional. An inspection and vehicle-specific written estimate are required before booking.

30 min | starts at $1000

TIMING-BELT REPLACEMENT

Labor to replace a timing belt on an eligible vehicle. Timing components, water pump, seals and fluids are additional. Final pricing depends on the engine and recommended component package. This service requires vehicle-specific confirmation.

6 h 30 min | starting at $650

HEATER-CORE REPLACEMENT

Labor to replace a heater core. Most vehicles require substantial dashboard or HVAC-case disassembly. Heater core, coolant, refrigerant service, seals and other parts are additional. Vehicle inspection is required before confirming the final price.

8 h | starting at $650

ENGINE-BAY CLEANING

Careful cleaning and degreasing of accessible engine-bay surfaces. Includes reasonable protection of sensitive electrical components. Heavy grease, oil remediation, restoration work and hazardous-fluid cleanup cost extra. This service is cosmetic and does not repair leaks.

3 h | starting at $250

ENGINE OIL-LEAK INSPECTION

Visual inspection and reasonable preliminary testing to identify the likely source of an engine-oil leak. Cleaning, UV dye, disassembly, repairs and replacement parts are additional.

1 h 30 min | $150

HEADLIGHT OR TAILLIGHT REPAIR

Replacement or basic diagnosis of an accessible bulb, socket or lamp assembly. Bulbs, assemblies, modules and wiring repairs are additional. Vehicles requiring bumper removal receive a custom quote.

45 min | starting at $85.00

DOOR-HANDLE OR LOCK REPAIR

Inspection and replacement of an accessible interior or exterior door handle, latch rod, lock actuator or related mechanism. Parts and electrical diagnosis are additional.

1 h 30 min | $125

WINDOW-REGULATOR REPLACEMENT

Removal of the interior door panel and replacement of an accessible power-window regulator or motor assembly. Parts are additional. Diagnosis, glass damage and wiring repairs are priced separately.

1 h 30 min | $175

SHOCK OR STRUT REPLACEMENT

Labor to replace a pair of accessible shocks or complete strut assemblies on one axle. Parts and wheel alignment are additional. Coil-spring transfer or heavily seized components may cost more.

3 h | starting at $300

CONTROL-ARM REPLACEMENT

Labor to replace one accessible control-arm assembly. Control arm and hardware are additional. Alignment is not included and should be performed after replacement.

2 h | Starting at $275

CV-AXLE REPLACEMENT

Labor to remove and replace one accessible CV axle and inspect the surrounding seal area. Axle, fluid, seals and hardware are additional. Seized or damaged components may increase the price.

2 h 30 min | Starting at $275

WHEEL HUB OR BEARING REPLACEMENT

Labor to remove and replace one accessible bolt-on wheel-hub assembly. Hub, axle nut and related parts are additional. Pressed bearings, rust damage and seized components require a custom quote.

2 h 30 min | $250