I'd give this place 10 stars if I could. I came here just for a smog check because I had to get one for my title transfer and renewal of registration, but Steve at Smog Express helped me do it all at his site. I was ready to lose my whole day to waiting in the DMV line but he took care of everything in less than 30 minutes. He even put the registration sticker on for me and tightened my license plate frame which I didn't even know what about ready to fall off. Steve was very kind, quick and helpful! The definition of above and beyond customer service. read more

Smog Express - Steven applied my new registration sticker and even tightened my license plate for me! Thank you - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Sacramento, California

This was my first time coming here and I was pile strongly recommend. The service was fast, efficient, and transparent. The main reason I decided to leave a review was because of the service. The receptionist and technician were both friendly and went above and beyond helping me with an issue not related to the smog . The process was at the cheapest price as most people in the area. read more

These guys are awesome. Great communication, competitive pricing, fast service. I always have my cars tested here.

Lazy workers! Took my 4Runner to get smogged and the mechanic told me I had an illegal/after market rear catalytic converter, and it didn't pass! I was shocked and confused because I do not know how that could have been possible. When I took it to another location to get smogged, they told me that this place must not have went under the vehicle to see the serial #s. I did mention that I never saw them get under, and only used a mirror with a long handle! They didn't even bother to make an effort or get dirty to check, and just sent me on my way with a failed smog! What a joke! My car was legal, and it passed smog! AVOID THESE LAZY PEOPLE! read more

I had read this was the place to get your car smogged. Their service exceeded what I expected in terms of both quality and value. I pulled up, not wanting to spend a lot of time there and the owner of the shop walked out and asked me, as I'm getting out of my car, if I need my car smogged. I confirmed I did and he took my keys and within 10 to 12 minutes the process was over & he had emailed my information in electronically to the DMV and hopefully I'll get my tags in four weeks. I had already paid my registration dues. Great place, price & guy! read more

This shop is great! I live very close by and in typical me fashion I was running late with getting my smog completed. They not only got it done quickly (10 minutes or so) but I was able to also go ahead and pay my registration (for a nominal fee) and get my sticker. Bonus, they put it on for me (and removed about 10 years of previous stickers). They were helpful, kind, and highly efficient. Definitely will be going back. read more

I went here to get my title changed instead of fussing with the DMV online or in person. Steve and his assistant, Jonathan, were able to get my paperwork processed in a matter of minutes and I received the updated title in the mail within a week and a half. Yes, I did have to pay a little extra to get this done but the convenience and expeditious process made it worth it. Service is friendly, the workers are knowledgeable, and I like being able to support a small business in Sacramento. read more

Awesome job quick and easy and you're out of there. Great customer service I recommend this place.

Friendly service. They were quick and efficient to smog my 2015 Toyota Prius. I would come back!

Quick, professional, and friendly. I was in and out in 10 minutes and I got a $5 discount for checking in on yelp. The office is clean and the staff is very friendly and prompt. read more

This is the smog place I always take my car to. They always do a great job and are very prompt. This most recent time, my car battery died shortly before I took it in, which meant the car sensors weren't up and running properly. They helped me understand what to do to get my car ready to be smogged and was they were able to get it done quickly. read more

This is an incredibly kind and honest business. I walked in thinking my car would pass a smog check, but I had a few issues within the car. Steve gave me a great recommendation and I brought back my second car for a smog service as well. It passed and his employee John was amazing as well. He spoke about having tag service, which I didn't know before, but I plan on doing this in the future for small fee small fee for the tag service and I would rather pay that because of their kindness. I enjoyed their honesty and Service and I plan to return. I had both of my cars here for smog check and I plan to bring my third. read more

Very knowledgeable . Always so polite.. Fast service. This is also the only place I trust with my cars

SUPER fast! Showed up at 9am with no appointment and they had me in/out in 20 minutes. Recently moved from Oakland and somehow never received my registration renewal form but Smog Express was able to take care of everything and issue new tags right there. Highly recommend, couldn't have been easier (they even put the stickers on my car for me). Much appreciated -Luke read more

The usual, last minute needing to Smog check and renew my registration EVERY YEAR. Heard about this place via word of mouth, I live on J so any place downtown/midtown is awesome. Called in advanced, he was free anytime, I was also still on the clock (work from home). Had stacked meetings needing to get back to my computer asap. I pull up, greets me at the counter. Small chit chat, hands him the key. Quick paperwork, efficient evaluation. In and out pretty fast, no hassling, no issues. Super friendly guy just running a business by himself, so he is grinding. Goes above and beyond. Helps place my new sticker and gets me out the door pretty fast. *I did not know you can buy your sticker there (small fee) but you get what you pay for. Gotta support those local businesses. I went on a Friday around 1, and there wasn't much of a wait. I'm sure wait time will vary depending on time. Definitely recommend; probably will be there again, last minute as usual. read more

My smog took literally 10 mins. They guy that owns the place ( I can't remember his name) was very kind to me and made the process very easy for my smog, I will be coming back here every time I need a smog! read more

This place is amazing! Fast, friendly, knowledgeable and trustworthy service! I came here for a smog test and was in and out in under 20 mins. Unfortunately, my car didn't pass the first time but John was very helpful and explained the first steps to take care of the problem. I followed John's advice and took my car in less than a week later (they offer one free retest) and it passed! While I was waiting for my vehicle, Steve pointed out the battery corrosion he noticed during the smog test and told me how to fix it. Steve took the time to explain the issue, how to fix it and made sure I understood the importance of fixing it before it caused major damage. Thank you so much Steve and John!! I truly appreciate your help and kindness. read more

A couple months ago, I needed a smog check and my registration Renewed (which I dreaded a trip to DMV). I called Steve at Smog Express and he assured me that he could get me in quickly When I arrived, he recalled our Conversation and offered me water or coffee and a clean waiting room. While I was in the waiting room, I read a sign that stated for a few dollars more, the updated registration and new tags would be included. I wanted to do cart wheels but way past That age. I thought maybe it was a SCAM, so I Googled it, it wasn't! When Steve came in, I told him, I would like the tags and registration. He Even put the new tags on for me and no trip to DMV! Love this business! Steve puts his heart and soul in it. read more

I just brought my car in this morning and I was in and out. The service was great. The inspector Steve explained all of the items on the report and also offered their registration tag service. I definitely will come back here with my other vehicles for future smog checks, and also recommend this place to others! read more

This is the best place to do your smog! The service is quick, thorough and super friendly. When I arrived I was offered tea or coffee, which was nice since it had been raining and cold all day. Once the smog was finished I was able to pay for registration and get my tags right there, and they send paperwork to DMV. Dont have to wait for tags ever agian. The service guy also removed 20 years of old stickers on license plate and cleaned it. He didn't have to but he was super pleased to do it. I have been coming here for smog for the past 12 years. If you want quick great service this is your place. Also Willie's right next door! read more

I took my friends Prius in to get a smog check. Express is the right word! Though the waiting room is nice, this place is so quick you hardly notice. Also, besides being professional, they're super friendly and I enjoyed my brief time there. read more

I called beforehand and got the OK to come at 4:50 right before they closed at 5:15 and they were SUPER quick. Very efficient business and great customer service. My sedan's smog check estimate was ~$49.75 + $8.25 Cert. read more

I called needing an emissions test for an out-of-state inspection. They were able to take me in right away and I was done within 40 minutes of my phone call (driving there included!). They were kind, efficient and had a nice little waiting room that offered coffee and magazines. I have a 2018 vehicle and the charge was $50 but I believe it goes up as the with older cars. The gas prices at the attached station were good too! read more

Called John for an appointment and he got me in and out in under 30 minutes! Respectful, fast, clean facility, fair price. Highly recommend this shop! read more

I am in the area often and thought I'd try them since it was en route. I will definitely go back. They were fast, friendly, and affordable. I highly recommend. read more

The service here was excellent. I called ahead for pricing and to see if I needed to schedule an appointment. The gentleman that answered gave me pricing and said I am welcome to schedule in case they get busy but that I can also just show up. I opted to show up later that day and was warmly greeted. He remembered our conversation as soon as he saw my car (as I had told him what it was previously). They quickly got me in and had me fill paperwork while they worked. I only had to wait about 5 minutes in their small air conditioned office space before I was paying and on my way! *update* 3rd time coming here and service has been consistent each time :) read more

I've been coming here for years and always leave happy. They're quick, knowledgeable and a good value. Good referrals as well. When you find a good business you stop even looking for other places to go. These guys are my only recommendation for a good smog place. read more

My rear license plate was stolen recently even though car tags were expiring. Went to the DMV to get new plates but needed a smog check to receive new registration, sticker, and new plates. I ended up going to Smog Express for only the smog check but then they also happen to provide DMV services that includes registration, sticker, AND new plates! This definitely beats having to go back to the DMV and wait for hours again. Got the smog check done, received registration, sticker, and new plates within 20-30 minutes - all at Smog Express. (They even installed the new plates). Super helpful and nice people at Smog Express that reflects their quality of service! read more

I had to leave a review after my second smog check from Smog Express. I returned to this business for my second smog check because they were so quick, friendly, and professional the first time I visited. And I had the same experience this time. One of the gentlemen working there went out of his way to point out that it sounded like my jeep had an exhaust leak and suggested I get it checked out to help my jeep's fuel efficiency. He even asked me if I had someone I trusted who I could take it to and offered a place when I told him that I did not. I just needed to get this smog check because California requires them whenever you transfer a vehicle's title (even though I just got a check like 6 months ago). I was upset that I had to spend money for this again, but I'm less upset that it's going to the people who helped me at Smog Express. read more

Called for a last minute smog, he took me in as soon as I got there and finished very quickly, definitely lived up to its name. He offered refreshments while I waited and even recommended a mechanic for other services I needed done! read more

Smog check with a lecture, not so sure what makes this business express? I've come here before to get the smog done on my cars and never had an issue until my most recent visit. The new staff working the front desk might need a little more guidance while I understand that they might be training they seemed quite lost. The biggest issue I had was when I was checking out. I paid with AMEX and with that came a lecture about how it's not right to pay with AMEX and it's costing his business. While I understand that AMEX has higher swipe fees, if you accept their cards you shouldn't complain to the customers face about accepting the card. He could have easily changed their policy to not accept AMEX or politely asked if I could have used a different card. Instead, I had to listen to a 5 minute lecture on how I'm hurting small business while he angrily trains his new employee at the same time. Tip: I'd be more concerned on keeping a customer happy in an effort to have them return or refer business than lecturing one about their payment method that he accepts. read more

My 2005 Sequoia is due for DMV registration and I have not have time to mail in my payment and registration. I chatted with Steve while pumping gas and he said they can help me to do that with a small fee. I was done with less than 5 minutes, got my sticker and registration paid. It is so convenience. I guess you can get your vehicle registered while pumping gas next time I swing by. read more

Fast and efficient techs and friendly staff. At first my car didn't pass so I slipped the tech $100 bill and it passed..just kidding B.A.R. Use them on every vehicle. Thanks ! read more

Friendly and efficient service. Took two vehicles in within the same week for painless and quick certificates.

Fast, convenient, local, cost efficient. Friendly and professional service. The smog certificate is immediately sent electronically. Jonathan was our smog technician today. He was super cool to work with. I was so happy on how easy and fast it was to get my BMW smog checked, I came right back to get my husband's vehicle smog check. All we have to do now is send in our DMV vehicle registration payment. It was so nice to get this done so quickly on my day off. Great customer service and great work! read more

Very helpful and friendly staff who go out of their way to help. I came here after having previously failed my smog test at another location and was trying again after making a few minor efficiency improvements. The owner could have just run the test, but instead he took a quick look at the engine, identified a faulty connective tube, and suggested a quick fix, and we were able to get it to pass. Potentially saved me a lot of money because the owner took a bit of extra time to suggest improvements. read more

Highly recommend if you need a smog check to visit this location. Not only was the price reasonable, but the business owner is sooo personable and he and his assistant went above and beyond. We are from out of town and left happy customers. read more

Absolutely avoid this at all cost. The guy who runs this place is an arrogant human being. His customer service skills are the worst. I came in on a Saturday, and he was so rude to the younger man behind the counter, whom I assume was in training. And then he tells me he is going to show me what's wrong with my car, and gestures towards the computer screen. I thought it was weird but I looked, and then he begins to berate me for looking at the screen. As we were walking towards the car, he continues to tell me how much the boy behind the counter doesn't know what he's doing. This was a Saturday afternoon. There were about 5 people ahead of me. My wait time was about 20 minutes. I was charged about $65 for a Smog check. I came back on a Wednesday for a retest. There was no one in the lobby, yet this guy says it will take 20 minutes. 1 hour later, he tells me that I didn't pass. He then berates me about the car for something that is my fault (which I will admit it), but when I match his tone, he gets taken aback, and insinuates that I should be more respectful to him because he's older. I tried to negotiate with him on why they shouldn't charge me the full amount for a third re-test when I had already fixed what he told me to in the first place, and that the Smog didn't pass because of a technicality. He then has the audacity to tell me that if I didn't have an attitude, it would've been free. At this point, I was so taken aback that I cut my losses because I did not want to deal with this guy any more, so I just politely asked for my key back, and walked out the door. He then follows me to my car to re-iterate how right he was, and at this point, I was just making a mental note never to come back here again. Old man, I don't doubt your expertise - its not about how right you are. Its about how you treat the people around you that could make a difference if this place continues to succeed or not. read more

Completely forgot about my renewal until due date. Need a place close by work to get car smogged within my 30min lunch. Drove up without an appt. All the staff were friendly, got my car smogged quickly and they explained the process and price was reasonable. Got back to the office with 8min to spare. Highly recommend. read more

I wouldn't go anywhere else for smog/DMV registration! I had a confusing situation where I had an incomplete registration because I paid, but needed to be smogged. I waited months to get tested (somewhere else) and waited around for my sticker from DMV that I figured would get here when it got here. Then recently I got pulled over for no registration and nothing in their system said "I was just waiting for a sticker" apparently lol. I couldn't figure out exactly what to do (other smog place said they sent it but it expires after 90 days.) long story long: this place had me out of there with paid tags and a fresh sticker within 20 mins. They have access to DMV's system and figured out quickly exactly what was needed and did it. So very convenient that they are partnered with DMV and you leave there with your registration. No hoping it comes in the mail, no going to DMV! Not to mention very kind people working there who are determined to figure things out for you. I left very happy and will return for my next time of need. read more