Independent Automotive Technician
Quality work.
Straightforward
auto care.
Diagnostics, maintenance, and repair without the traditional shop overhead. Work directly with Fred, with labor quoted for your vehicle and your job.
Your vehicle. Your parts. A clear conversation before the work.
01 / SERVICES
From the warning light
to the everyday upkeep.
Tell Fred what your vehicle needs—or what doesn’t feel right. He’ll review the request and discuss the next step.
Diagnostics &
check-engine issues
Help investigating warning lights, unusual sounds, performance concerns, and what may be causing them.
Start text request 02 /Routine
maintenance
Oil changes, filters, fluids, and general upkeep based on your vehicle and the work it needs.
Start text request 03 /Brakes
Brake concerns, inspections, and repair requests, including pads and rotors when appropriate.
Start text request 04 /Steering &
suspension
Clunks, vibration, steering concerns, and worn suspension components that need attention.
Start text request 05 /Electrical &
no-start
Battery, starting, charging, and electrical concerns. Describe what happens when you try to start.
Start text request 06 /General repair
Have a different issue? Share your vehicle details and symptoms so Fred can review the job.
Start text requestChoose a service to write your text request here. Then open your messaging app or copy the request and text Fred at 757-503-4668. All work is subject to Fred’s review of the vehicle, job requirements, and service location.
A CLEAR PLAN BEFORE THE WORK
You supply the parts.
Fred quotes the labor.
Customers generally buy and supply their parts. If you haven’t purchased them yet, mention that in your request and discuss what’s needed with Fred before buying.
- 01
Tell Fred about the job
Share vehicle details, symptoms, parts status, and your preferred service option.
- 02
Review the labor quote
Labor depends on the vehicle and job. If additional problems are discovered, the quote may change; changes are discussed before extra work.
- 03
Confirm the plan together
A request is not a confirmed appointment. Fred must accept the job and confirm the date, time, and location.
02 / REQUEST SERVICE
Let’s start
with your vehicle.
A few details help Fred understand the job and prepare a labor estimate.
Send your request by text
Prepare your request below, then open it in your messaging app to text Fred. You’ll review and send the message yourself.
Prefer to talk it through? View contact options ↗
03 / CONTACT
Good work starts
with a conversation.
Request mobile service or arrange to bring your vehicle to Fred. Service location and timing are confirmed directly.
04 / PAYMENT
Pay Fred with Cash App.
Confirm the labor quote, payment amount, and timing directly with Fred before sending payment. You can prepare and send a service request without making a payment here.
Cash App
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