Is my repair quote fair?
Snap your shop's quote. We check every line against labor-guide times and typical part prices in about 20 seconds, free.
How it works
- 1SwaxCar reads every line: labor hours, parts, fees and the shop's hourly rate.
- 2We compare each one with labor-guide times at the $120–$160 an hour most US shops charge, and with typical part prices.
- 3If it looks high, send it out for counter-bids. Local shops bid on the labor, live, and you can buy the part yourself.
Questions drivers ask
How do I know if a repair quote is fair?
Check three things: the labor hours against the labor-guide time for the job, the hourly rate against your area, and the part price against what the same part sells for online. This tool does all three.
What is "book time"?
Labor guides list how long each repair should take on your car. Most shops bill that time, not the actual minutes. Billed hours far above book time are worth asking about.
Is it rude to get a second quote?
No. Shops expect it, especially for repairs over a few hundred dollars. A good shop will explain its price.
Do you keep my quote?
No. The photo is read by SwaxCar to give you this check and is not saved or shared with shops. See the privacy policy.