"They texted me photos of the brake pads before doing anything. First shop where I actually understood what I was paying for."
Independent auto repair · Boise, Idaho
Honest repairs.
No surprises.
We text you photos of what we find, put the estimate in writing before we touch anything, and back every repair with a 24-month warranty. Most jobs done the same day.
- Written estimate first
- Photos of every inspection
- 24-mo / 24k-mi warranty
- Courtesy shuttle
Drawing LAC-01Mid-size sedanScale 1:50
1Engine & electrical2Brakes3A/C & heat4Suspension & tires
- Photos, not jargonEvery inspection comes with pictures texted to your phone.
- Estimate in writingNothing gets done until you've seen the price and said yes.
- 24-mo / 24k-mi warrantyParts and labor on every repair we perform.
- Courtesy shuttleWithin 10 miles, plus after-hours key drop and a waiting lounge.
Sec 01 — Diagnose
What's your car telling you?
Tap what you're noticing. We'll tell you what it usually means, what we check, what it starts at, and how soon you should come in.
Pick a symptom above and we'll show the usual causes, what we check, and a starting price.
Urgency
Starting at
Typical time
Sec 02 — Pricing
The service menu, printed like the bill
"Starting at" means exactly that. Your real quote is line-itemed in writing before any work begins, and the diagnostic fee comes off the repair.
Sec 03 — Your visit
What a visit looks like
From the first call to the drive home, you always know where your car is and what it's going to cost.
- 01
Book or call
Pick a day online or call. Same-week appointments are typical; walk-ins welcome for quick jobs.
- 02
Drop off or wait
Shuttle to work, hop on the Wi-Fi, or use the key drop the night before.
- 03
Photos & estimate
We inspect, text you pictures of what we found, and send a line-item quote. You approve by text.
- 04
Pick up, warranty in hand
We walk you through the old parts if you want, and your 24/24 warranty is on file.
Sec 04 — Neighbors
What Boise drivers say
Sample reviews — placeholder text for demonstration"Dropped off at 8, shuttle to work, truck ready by 2. The bill matched the estimate to the dollar."
"Check-engine light turned out to be a $20 sensor. They could have told me anything. They didn't."
Sec 05 — Straight answers
Questions we hear every week
Do you work on my make and model?
Yes. Domestic, Japanese, Korean, and most European cars, plus hybrids and light trucks. If a job is better handled by a dealer, we'll tell you that too.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-ins are welcome for oil changes, batteries, and quick checks. Appointments get a reserved bay, so anything bigger is faster if you book. Same-week slots are typical.
What if the repair costs more than the estimate?
Then we stop and call you. Nothing beyond the approved estimate is done without your written OK, and we'll show you photos of why.
What does the warranty cover?
Parts and labor on repairs we perform, for 24 months or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. If something we fixed fails, bring it back and we make it right.
Can I bring my own parts?
Sometimes, yes. We'll install customer-supplied parts on select jobs, but we can't warranty parts we didn't source, and labor is charged at the normal rate.
How do I get around while my car is here?
Courtesy shuttle within 10 miles during business hours, a waiting lounge with Wi-Fi, after-hours key drop, and loaner cars for multi-day jobs (ask when you book).
How can I pay?
Cards, cash, and financing options for larger repairs. You'll get an itemized invoice that matches the estimate you approved.
Sec 06 — Book & visit
Request an appointment
Tell us what's going on and when works for you. We'll confirm by text or call, usually within an hour during business hours.
Hours
- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Find us
100 Sample StreetBoise, ID
(208) 555-0142
Key drop is to the left of the main door. Shuttle runs 8 AM – 5 PM.
Lakeside Auto Care
100 Sample Street, Boise
100 Sample Street, Boise