I've been a customer for years and have never been disappointed. Great service and prices. They go above and beyond. Highly recommend them.

Skilled repair is a vanishing art. The craftsmen at DeCarlo's have done high quality work on my Toyota and Ford trucks and they charge a reasonable price. Terry always keeps his costumers in the loop and never does more than the service requested without calling and talking with the car owner. DeCarlo's is the only mechanic in Martinez that I will take my vehicle to. read more

Always a pleasant and friendly wonderful experience with Terry and the crew. The work is always on point and accurate. I come all the way from Fremont, ca to Martinez, ca to have Terry work on my car. I have gad de Carlo's work on all major items on my car. read more

i havent had a problem with that business...but i was really shocked when a couple of friends on seperate blown head gasket jobs were told their cars were fixed but hadnt been at all...thats all, totally shocked , to hear that, but grateful for info read more

We just had our car fixed here after another mechanic misdiagnosed it. Decarlo's Auto Repair had us back on the road in 1 day and was very fairly priced. I will be bringing all of my future work here. read more

This review is long overdue. My wife and I have been taking our vehicles to Decarlo's for close to 20 years I think. I think that statement speaks for its self. I always feel that Terry is looking out for MY best interests. We always have good conversations about what work needs to be done vs what work could be done and the pros, cons and risks (if any). I have especially appreciated this during lean times when we could only afford the minimum. The place is NOT fancy, you aren't paying for amenities, just quality work at a reasonable price. They have EARNED our loyalty. read more

I came here on a recommendation from a friend and I'm happy that I did. This is one of those mechanics that you know is fixing your car, it's not pretty, it's not fufu, you're not going to get a latte while you're waiting. However, when you get your car it's going to be done and it's going to be done right you're going to get a good price and you're going to get good work and to me that's what it's all about. Piece of mind that you can rely on. I have to say this is a true "blue collar" mechanic right here who will do what it takes to make your car run how it's supposed to no extras no bamboozling,no shifty "okie dokeso none of that. he does what he's asked to do he suggests possible other things but isn't there to sell you work you didn't come in for. No non sense guy thank you Terry I appreciate you ... read more

I came in because my work vehicle had hit something and wanted to make sure the undercarriage looked okay. They were really quick to take it in and look at it. They thoroughly checked everything and made sure it was safe and okay to drive, and they didn't even charge me to look at it. These guys were such lifesavers and I sincerely appreciate their business! read more

I called after being jerked around by a car dealership in Walnut Creek for a simple oil change. I spoke with a man on the phone who booked me immediately for a day and time that would work for me. I arrived at Decarlo's Auto Repair and was promptly greeted by a couple of repairmen (Ed and another younger man whom I didnt get the chance to get his name). They immediately went to work on changing my oil. Terry (another repairman) said he inspected my tires and noticed they badly needed rotated and asked if I had the time and wanted them done. Thank goodness they are so thorough! They were prompt, friendly and very affordable! I have found my new go to for auto repairs! Thanks Decarlo's Auto Repair! read more

This shop is small and a little hard to find. I took my car here after another shop in Martinez lied to me and tried to say my water pump was bad when it wasn't. If you want an honest place that wont take advantage of you I highly recommend this place. read more

Terry is a great, helpful, easy to work with guy. I always get my car back in perfect shape and he's very open to answering any questions you have :) read more

The place on Alhambra Ave with the Service Writer & Shuttle Van wanted $1200 to relpace the clutch in my pickup. Decarlos did the job for $780.. read more

I just saw these guys about a half hour ago. My car spun out with the wet weather this morning and the tire came completely off the rim. i was stuck on the side of the freeway. I called for a tow and then called my mechanic and told him that I was going to have my car towed over to his shop - he told me he wouldn't be able service my car for another few days. Luckily a good samaritan stopped and offered me help - he told me that his mechanic Decarlo's is around the corner. Good Samaritan called them and they said "come on over." Tow Truck came and took me to Decarlo's - immediately Chad came out to greet me and gave my car attention straight away. They were so nice and attentive. I was told that if they needed to keep the car then they would have someone drive me back to my office. But they were able to fix the tire straight away, Chad test drove it to make sure it was good and then sent me on my way - without payment... what an amazing guy! I will be going to these guys from now on with all my auto needs! This place restores your faith in humanity - it's good to know there is an auto repair shop that is honest, not all about money, attentive and friendly. THANKS DECARLO'S! read more

I have taken my car to DE Carlos Auto Repair since Nov 2015. Took it in for a misfire and coolant mix with oil. About 1 month later got a call stating a bad variable timing solenoid. Got it replace and thought that the Warranty for the will cover this part. (i guess not.) -Originally quote 95 for diagnosis fee. Got a call telling me that it was $285 to take my car out from the shop without getting parts instill and told me roughly $700 with parts. i got the part replace. They told me that someone put oil in the coolant reservoir, and quoted it was clean and flush out. Run great. -Less than 200 miles the car overheated, got it towed to DE Carlos shop costed over $400, because i live 50 miles away from DE Carlos shop. The Coolant still have the mixture. Paid $95 quoting that someone put oil in the coolant reservoir. And it was shown that they drove the car for 2 miles, but a quarter of my gas is down. -Currently the car, after driving for 50 miles to my house, started to misfire AGAIN. And i will NOT bring it back to them because i know from a fact coolant and oil mixture is a blown head gasket. Driving 50 miles away will mess up my cylinder head. This shop either doesn't want to do a head gasket job or to busy to do more test on my car. I spend more that $1000, and I WILL NEVER COME BACK AGAIN. read more

I had to take a minute to give this place some props. The mechanic (I believe his name is Terry) that I worked with is an honest and wonderful man. First of all, I called his shop around 2:30, when others in the area turned me away for emergency repairs (I needed to pass smog ASAP) and he invited me to bring the car right over and said he could have me pick up at 5pm. He did it, too!!! Also, he already had the faulty part out to show me and look at, as well as gave me good recommendations for care moving forward. ALSO the thing that really puts this place over the top for me is he took the time to call and check in with me to make sure everything was running properly!! I have never felt so taken care of by a mechanic. I highly recommend this place. It's a little tricky to find if you've never been, but it's at the end of the row of business garages at that address (and there's a sign across the street pointing the way). read more

I started taking my car here after my bf recommended them for oil changes. Yes, they're a little hard to find if you're unfamiliar with how the Howe Road shops work, but it was a pleasant surprise. I always prefer going to smaller, family owned businesses for labor when I can. Terry and Richard were very helpful and friendly, and charged a good price. I like going to shops where I'm not being talked down to or overpaying for a service. Plus they were super fast, I was in and out in no time. read more

we have been going here for quiet a while they do good work , sometimes a little pricey but they do it in a good amount of time and if something isn't right after we pick it up we just take it back and they make it right .... read more

This place is great! Honest, fair and do a professional job! I would recommend Decarlos to anyone.

This place is fantastic! They always quickly diagnose my car troubles and fix them in a timely and professional manner! I always entrust my car care to Decarlo's auto. read more

Just like Robin from Walnut Creek said: reasonably priced & friendly. They've never tried to sell me something I didn't need; job gets done in stated time; they're professionals with integrity, even in these difficult economic times. I've used them for about 5 years now. read more