A Smog Test Only

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Norma I.

2 months ago

Got me in fast Super nice and good location Great place to get a smog i do recomend this place read more

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Gabriela P.

2 months ago

Thank you to Joel and Armando!! They are the best!! Fast, easy and a fair price. Decent waiting room. I felt safe as a woman alone. :) I would get my smog test done here again. read more

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E D.

13 days ago

I just had my car smog done at this place. They were fast and efficient. Go check them out!

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Gordon D.

3 months ago

Super fast and easy - Cost was $80 out the door, but it was very problem free, and again, very fast. read more

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Richard K.

1 month ago

Excellent fast service - Lowest price in town. We take both our cars to the Petaluma Location read more

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Greg G.

1 month ago

They are always friendly, on time with their service and reasonably priced. I've been there multiple times and always have a good experience. read more

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Alexandra J.

1 month ago

Great service! I failed once and got the problem fixed. Brought it back and Joel and Darian got me retested quick and were delightful! 10/10 would recommend! read more

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Nate C.

2 months ago

Amazing service at A Smog Test only. Sadik at the front desk was very helpful and friendly. It was the fastest smog test I have ever had, Sadik said it would take twenty minutes and it only took ten. Thanks! read more

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Dana H.

2 months ago

We have five cars in our family and have been coming here for years. No appointment needed and the service is always super fast. The staff is always friendly, too. Highly recommend. read more

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Kathy P.

4 months ago

I needed to get my car smog and my friend recommended smog test only. I highly recommend them, their customer service is wonderful. It was 20 minutes and I was out. They even offered free water and coffee. I won't go any other place. read more

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Christine H.

5 months ago

Looks like a dive BUT very friendly and fast. It's the only thing they do and wait times are usually 20 minutes or under. Good hours too.

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Ryan H.

3 months ago

Sadik is super friendly and takes great care of his customers. I never have to wait too long and I really appreciate the service provided by the staff at this location. Thanks again Sadik! You tha man. read more

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Helder R.

5 months ago

I have been taking my cars for smog test for years. What I like is that you don't need to make an appointment, they are fast and very friendly . David Lemus has always been very helpful and accommodates me even when there is a lot of people. They are very busy since they offer good and fast service. The facilities are big and well located near downtown. I really recommend this place for smog test. read more

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Eliza A.

3 months ago

Was so fast. But they didn't honor their own coupon from their website because I didn't say it when I walked in but instead said it before I paid. Horrible customer service!! The coupon was the whole reason I chose them. read more

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Joseph M.

5 months ago

I had my car smoked to an they were fast and efficient....David was awesome He called me when it was done and all was good read more

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Briana G.

7 months ago

Local, quick, friendly setvice and fairly priced! What else do you need in a smog shop? Thank you!!

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Thera F.

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7 months ago

Sadik was great! Very efficient and kind. Made getting my truck smogged easy.we always come here and always will!

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Conor A.

7 months ago

This place is incredible! Fast, cheap, friendly, such a gem. I'll never go anywhere else if I can help it! Sadik is super friendly and helpful. read more

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F L.

6 months ago

Owner was very friendly and knowledgeable. Waiting room area warm and free beverages. Prompt service and great and competitive pricing.

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David C.

7 months ago

Super fast and super friendly. Plus my 18-year-old vehicle passed! Shout out to Sadik. A really good guy.

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Luan O.

7 months ago

Sadik took care of me last week when I bought a new car. I was going to do the smog and then go to the DMV to transfer the title. Sadik and his associates got me in and out in 15 minutes and they offered to take care of the title transfer for me in their location. They saved me hours of my day that I could better spend studying for my midterm exam. Another 10-15 minute process and I was free for the rest of the day. My dad has been bringing his cars to A Smog Test Only for about 20 years and this is the only place I ever come to for my smog tests. Yes I drive an hour from Sonoma to Petaluma to get it done here it's that good. Thank you guys for your excellent service. read more

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Robert

4 months ago

Great place to get you vehicle smog tested. A very efficient operation with 2 techs and 3 work bays. Testing was completing every 10 minutes when I was there (with no appt). Would definitely recommend. sending my daughter there today for her test. read more

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JD P.

4 months ago

Sadik is the man. 100% recommend this place. He was helpful, quick, prices are reasonable. Easy decision

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Jules P.

5 months ago

Sadik is warm, friendly, and provides peace of mind. He also provides refreshments and great music. Also open on weekends. Best in town!

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Felicia V.

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9 months ago

Always so kind and speedy. Great value, excellent customer service and I like their comfy waiting area, cool fish mural. 5

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Stephen R.

1 year ago

In and out in 10 minutes only one guy working and he was very efficient. I do all my smog checks there

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Danny B.

6 months ago

The service was great.!!!. Sadik was very professional and courteous. I highly recommend them.

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Bert R.

4 months ago

I can only give 3 stars. Even though the smog took less then 30 mins and the staff was very friendly and was able to use the coupon for $10 bucks off. The reason for 3 stars is I also needed my DMV tags. Unfortunately Dave wasn't in. I was told to come back on Saturday, I couldn't go back until the following Friday. I got there and was told that I couldn't get my DMV tags because Dave wasn't in and apparently he's the only one that can do them. This is a great place but they need to cross train the employees so if the DMV guy isn't in there's another person to take over. I ended up going to the Petaluma DMV and was unable to obtain or pay my registration was told it needed to to be 90 days late! Was told to go to Santa Rosa DMV and use the kiosk. It was peak traffic hour and Petaluma to Santa Rosa was about a 40 minute drive . Not unhappy service was great! But trying to obtain my tags not so great. Went home and did it on line . Have to wait for snail mail to deliver my tag. read more

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Don F.

7 months ago

Been coming here for the past 12 years never an issue getting our cars smog in a timely manner! Their staff is amazing upbeat and knowledgeable on how the DMV works. read more

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Ryen M.

7 months ago

Second time using them for smog test. Very quick and easy! First time we had a recent battery change and didn't realize that would make it fail but they walked us through what to do to get it ready for a recheck. read more

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Shorey m.

9 months ago

Efficient, fair and kind service! Was in and out in under 20 min. The front desk crew was welcoming and explained everything clearly.

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Bianca C.

8 months ago

I went in for a smog after rush hour. They had excellent customer service and I was out of there in 15 minutes.

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Alexia T.

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8 months ago

Best smog place in Petaluma! David at the front desk is very thorough and nice! will be back!!

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Ben K.

1 year ago

These guys are fantastic. Easy to work with was able to leave my car and pick it up later.

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Patricia S.

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4 years ago

3 stars isn't a bad review, it's considered "OK" by Yelps standard & that's what this whole experience was, just ok if even that. I was sent here by 101 Smog as they are not a Star station & A Smog Test Only is a Star station, which is what I needed for my vehicles registration. I called them while at 101 Smog & was told it would be a total of 40 minutes so I rushed over to their establishment which was only about 5 minutes away. When I got there I was told it would be 40 minutes before they would even start working on my car & an additional 40 minutes to complete the job. In other words 1 hour & 20 minutes instead of 40 minutes. The person in the office (who was the same person that I spoke to on the phone) asked for my cell phone number & email & said I would be contacted when the job was completed. So with that I walked down the street as I didn't feel like sitting in their waiting from for an hour & 20 minutes. Well 4 hours later I still had not received any call, text or email that my car was ready so I walked back over, go into the office & no one is there. I'm there for a few minutes waiting, saying "hello, anyone here?" & then left to go to the garage area to find someone. I ask if there's anyone to help in the office & I'm told someone is in there to which I said I was there for a few minutes calling out with no response. Then I said that I'm assuming my car is done since it's now in a different parking spot, and at that point I'm told it passed smog. I looked at this person in the garage & responded with "Really? It's been 4 hours & no one has contacted me to say it's done". The look on his face is of shock & it's priceless! I got back into the office & this time the same office person has returned. I commented to him that it's been 4 hours & he never contacted me to say my car was done. I kid you not, all I got was a blank stare. Would I use this business again? Probably not unless it was an absolute emergency or I wanted to waste half my day waiting around (I actually had plans & had to cancel). read more

A Smog Test Only - From their website. "Typical wait time is 15 minutes" made me laugh since it was 4 hours with no notification saying my car was ready. - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Petaluma, California

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Gracie L.

2 years ago

I am now recommending a smog test only ONLY from now on. Dawn was an absolute angel and did a smog test for me no appointment, extremely quick, and after they had already closed! She is amazing and i cannot thank her enough, dawn if you're reading this THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART!!! -gracie (a returning customer from now on till forever) read more

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Paul E.

2 years ago

I got quick efficient, friendly service. Glad I checked the Yelp reviews before deciding where to go in Petaluma. They offer free retest for some cars 2000 or later, but I didn't need that. read more

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Kristi B.

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2 years ago

We've used A Smog Test Only for our cars over the years and even in a pinch on a Saturday, they're always fair and reasonable.

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Robert M.

3 years ago

The process of checking in my car for the smog test went very smoothly. I was in and out of the place in 20 minutes. Staff was very professional and friendly. Will always return to this business in the future. Robert M read more

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Louis L.

2 years ago

If you need a smog these guys are quick and solid. Everything you'd expect from a smog with professionalism. They were recommended from a local restoration shop down the road on executive. I will be back every time I need a smog done. Support your local business especially if they are doing what they should. Why go out of your ways if you don't need to? Highly recommend especially if your time is important to you. read more

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415 Petaluma Blvd N
Petaluma, CA 94952
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(707) 789-9430
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We are able to inspect and certify ANY vehicle for ANY reason. Lowered or lifted, gasoline or diesel, registration renewal, transfer of ownership or out of state vehicles. We test gasoline, diesel, and hybrids. We are STAR certified.

History

Established in 2003.

Happily serving Sonoma County for almost 10 years. We are the same family in the same locations ready to help you with your smog needs.

Meet the Manager: Tiffany M.

I opened this location March of 2004. Its been wonderful to be in automotive for 20 years. We really strive to stay up to date with the latest technology and information on programs to help people speed through the certification process and troubleshoot any problems when there is a failure with a vehicle.

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“It was the fastest smog test I have ever had, Sadik said it would take twenty minutes and it only took ten.”

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Paul D.

2 years ago

This place is awesome, so easy to get in and out in no time flat. Was sent by the owner of Fregene's Pizza just up the street. He told me about this place after finding out I needed to get a smog check ASAP. Told me to ask for David and sure enough David took me right away and I was on my way before I finished my slice of pizza. I you need a smog check from a really nice guy go here and ask for David, then go get a slice of pizza from Ralph at Fregene's just up the street. Look for the pizza flags out front you can't miss it as you look from the smog shop! read more

Doug S.

4 months ago

My new favorite smog test place. I had two pre-2000 cars to smog. Did one in the morning and one in the afternoon on a Monday with minimal waiting even with each older car requiring the long smog test procedure. Other customer's newer cars were in and out like clockwork. Advice and tips on smog testing were given to customers while I was there and friendly conversation and compliments all around. read more

Ralph B.

8 months ago

Second time I've used them for my smog check and both times had a great experience! Everyone is friendly. Sadik was very helpful and gave me some great information about registration. Great service for the value. As a woman, it's was good to walk in and be treated kindly and with respect. I would highly recommend them. read more

Marisha O.

2 years ago

I had my car smoged at A Smog Test only. It was very quick. Dawn is super sweet and very friendly. She made my day and experience very pleasant. I will be taking my car here for the future. I highly recommend this place. read more

Marcus L.

7 months ago

Sadik was very friendly, accommodating, and his service was very timely. I appreciated his flexibility in appointment times and his assistance in finding an available time slot. read more

Erik J.

1 year ago

Have used this place probably 10 times over the years. Have always gotten fast friendly service. They have a coupon flyer that comes in the mail that helps with price. read more

Kai M.

8 months ago

The service was impressively quick, easy, and convenient. Sadik was not only friendly but also incredibly helpful, making the entire experience smooth and pleasant. read more

Angie C.

2 months ago

This place is amazing fast friendly and great customer service. And a special shout out to david for getting me in and out. Thank you we appreciate you guys. read more

Saint I.