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Mechanics in El Cajon, CA
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Mechanics in El Cajon, CA: by the numbers
There are 183 mechanics with a phone number within 10 miles of El Cajon, CA, from public Google Maps data and state license records. 0 have a state license we could confirm, and those with a Google listing average 4.7 stars across 24,615 reviews.
- with a phone number
- 183
- with a confirmed state license
- 0
- open 24 hours or for emergencies
- 4
- come to you (service area)
- 1
Highest rated on Google near El Cajon, CA
Businesses with at least 20 Google reviews, sorted by rating. Ratings come from Google, not from Pros411.
- 1Auto Care Service Center5 ★ · 536 reviews · 5 mi
- 2Caliber Auto Repair5 ★ · 400 reviews · 1.4 mi
- 3Grease Monkey Garage5 ★ · 187 reviews · 0.5 mi
- 4AA Auto Repair5 ★ · 143 reviews · 0.8 mi
- 5Coyote's Motorcycle Tires5 ★ · 131 reviews · 8.7 mi
Hours
Of the 173 businesses in this search that list their hours on Google, 99 are open on Saturdays and 19 on Sundays. 4 are open 24 hours. 133 have 4.5 stars or more with at least 10 reviews.
Good to know in San Diego
Coastal San Diego is mild all year, while inland neighborhoods get much hotter in summer. Many older coastal homes have no central air, so mini-splits and window units are common.
Weather and your home in San Diego (area)
- days a year at 90°F or more
- 3
- days a year at 100°F or more
- 0
- freezing nights a year (32°F or below)
- 0
- hail reports in San Diego County, 2016 to 2025 (1 of 1 inch or larger)
- 10
- The hottest months are August and September. ncei.noaa.gov
Heat and freezes: NOAA 1991-2020 climate normals at San Diego Lindbergh Field (USW00023188). Hail: NOAA Storm Events reports by county; they depend on how many people report, so use them to compare areas. Checked October 22, 2026. NOAA Storm Events
What a mechanic charges
National ranges published by cost guides, not prices from the businesses on this list. Always get the price in writing.
- Brake pads: about $150 to $350 per axle (AAA, CarParts.com).
- Pads and rotors: about $250 to $500 per axle.
- Car AC recharge: about $100 to $370 (AAA, J.D. Power, RepairPal).
- Car AC compressor: about $800 to $1,500 (CarParts.com).
Brake repair cost: pads, rotors, calipers and fluid · Car AC repair cost: recharge, compressor, condenser
Before you call
- Have the make, model, year and mileage ready.
- Describe the symptoms: noises, warning lights and when it happens.
- Ask about the diagnostic fee and whether it counts toward the repair.
- For a mobile mechanic, say where the car is and whether there is space to work.
- Ask about the warranty on parts and labor.
Frequently asked questions
How many mechanics are there in El Cajon, CA?
There are 183 with a phone number within 10 miles, from public Google Maps data and state license registries.
How do I know a mechanic is trustworthy?
For this trade we don't match a state license in California. Ask the pro for liability insurance and references, check their reviews on Google and the other sites linked on their listing, and get the price in writing before work starts.
Which mechanics in El Cajon, CA have the best Google ratings?
Among those with at least 20 Google reviews, the highest rated in this search are Auto Care Service Center (5 stars, 536 reviews), Caliber Auto Repair (5 stars, 400 reviews), Grease Monkey Garage (5 stars, 187 reviews).
Are there mechanics open on weekends in El Cajon, CA?
Yes: of the 173 that list their hours, 99 are open on Saturdays and 19 on Sundays.
Are there 24-hour mechanics in El Cajon, CA?
Yes: 4 list 24-hour hours or take emergency calls. Use the "24/7 emergencies" filter on the list.
Are there mechanics who speak Spanish in El Cajon, CA?
Yes: 2 say on their website that they serve customers in Spanish (for example "Se habla español"). Use the "Speaks Spanish" filter on the list.
How do I contact a mechanic?
Call or WhatsApp them directly from the list or their listing. Pros411 charges customers no fee and is not a middleman: you deal with the pro directly.
Why do some listings show first?
At the top, in a yellow box, are featured listings: they are paid and labeled "Featured". Then come registered pros, in the order they last bumped their listing, and at the end businesses from public data, from nearest to farthest.