Transparent pricing
You Pay for the Hours I Work. That's It.
Standard labor is $100/hr — billed for actual time on your vehicle. No service call fee within 20 miles. A $75 travel fee applies beyond 20 miles, and is always included on Sundays and holidays. Parts at cost, no markup.
Step 1 — Before Any Work Begins
Diagnose First
You pay a flat $75 fee for me to come out and pinpoint the exact issue. I will give you the exact time estimate before I turn a wrench so there are zero surprises.
Parts at cost — no markup. No service call fee within 20 miles.
No appointment needed — call us and we can often come out right away. Dakota (641) 508-1150 · Hunter (660) 787-9218
Our Rates
Labor
Standard hourly rate — billed for actual time worked
Service Call
Applied when travel exceeds 20 miles. Free within 20 miles. Always included on Sundays and holidays regardless of distance.
Diagnostic
Flat fee to diagnose the problem before any repair work begins
Holiday Labor
Labor rate on recognized holidays
Holiday Service Fee
Service call fee on recognized holidays — always applied regardless of distance
Sunday Labor
Labor rate on Sundays
How Our Billing Works
I arrive and diagnose
I assess the problem and give you a straight estimate of time before any work begins. No surprises.
I work — you watch the clock
You're billed for the time I'm actually turning wrenches. If a job takes 45 minutes, you pay for 45 minutes.
Parts at cost
I source parts and charge you exactly what I pay. No markup, no "shop supply fees."
You pay when it's done
Invoice is itemized: hours worked × rate + parts. Nothing hidden, nothing padded.
How We Compare to a Traditional Shop
| Southern Iowa Auto | Traditional Shop | |
|---|---|---|
| Labor billing method | Actual time worked | Book time (often inflated) |
| Parts pricing | At cost — no markup | Marked up 20–50% |
| Shop overhead fees | None | Facility fees, supply fees |
| Upsells | Never | Common |
| We come to you | Yes — your location | You tow it in |
Typical Time Estimates by Service
These are honest estimates — actual time may vary by vehicle make, model, and condition. You'll always get an upfront estimate before work begins.
Maintenance
Brakes
Engine & Electrical
Drivetrain
Ready for an Honest Quote?
Describe what your vehicle needs and I'll give you a straight estimate — no obligation.
Prefer to call first? No problem — Dakota (641) 508-1150 · Hunter (660) 787-9218 and we can often head out same day.