Car repairs without the dealership markup

TechMate connects you with skilled local technicians — independent or shop-based — for quality repairs at a fraction of dealership prices.

Are you a technician? List your services free

Three steps to a fair price

  1. Search your area

    Enter your city or postcode to find trusted local technicians near you.

  2. Compare prices

    See upfront per-service pricing and skip the dealership markup.

  3. Book the fix

    Pick a technician — many come to you — and save money getting it done.

Dealerships charge up to 2× the fair price

Same parts. Same labor. You just skip the showroom overhead — here's what common repairs actually cost through a local TechMate technician.

  • Front brake pads
    Dealership price$300–450TechMate price$180–260
    You save ~40%
  • Synthetic oil change
    Dealership price$90–140TechMate price$50–80
    You save ~40%
  • Alternator replacement
    Dealership price$500–800TechMate price$300–480
    You save ~40%
  • Diagnostic scan
    Dealership price$120–180TechMate priceoften free
    You save up to 100%

Dealerships bill $120–160/hr for labor — the mechanic doing the work takes home $25–40.

The rest is dealership overhead and markup. Book the technician directly and keep the difference in your pocket.

Illustrative typical US ranges for common vehicles — actual prices vary by make, model, parts, and your area.

Earn more on your own terms

Whether you freelance or work at a shop, reach customers looking for affordable repairs in your area — and keep more of every job.

  • Free to list
  • Reach nearby customers
  • Keep more of every job
Become a TechMate technician