Service was quick, associate was friendly and I was out in only 20 minutes with an appointment! Highly recommend. read more

I had my car Smog tested for tag renewal. very kind and fast! I think it took about 15 mins, I was able to make an appt online. I definitely recommend Star Smog. read more

They were friendly and professional. The only complaint was that Fox "News" was on the TV. The conservative bias is not a problem, but Fox News has admitted to deliberately lying to viewers on air and has lost lawsuits accordingly. Perhaps a more truthful news station should be up, or something completely benign. Getting your car smogged should not be an occasion to subject people to misinformation. read more

Made appointment, right on time . they only do smog checks, whic is a big plus. Great service! Great value. Super Convenient.

They were very responsive when I asked for a smog quote! Got in and out close to closing time on a Friday super quickly!

The first time I went, I didn't have an appointment and there were several people in front of me. I left and when I went home I got online and made an appointment for 2pm a couple of days later. This time when I arrived I told him I had an appointment. He said what time. 2pm I said. He said what time is it? I said 2pm. He had me pull in immediately. He was so nice. The person in the office was also very nice. I had a coupon which they honored with no problem. I was done in less than 30 minutes. It would have been less but I made a trip to the dim sum restaurant first! I totally recommend them. read more

Friendly staff, quick service! I called three different places to get price quotes and ask questions about getting my out of state car smog checked. The sales associate I spoke to, Kevin, was by far the friendliest and most helpful on the phone. That alone was my reason for choosing this business as all three places were around the same price, $58. The female at the front desk who checked me in was also friendly and my car was finished in no longer than 15 minutes at most. Quick in and out with friendly, helpful staff. That's my kinda place and I highly recommend! read more

These guys are the best. Been taking my cars here for years and they always deliver. Thanks guys-

Quick, nice and great job! The clerk was honest and efficient. This was an easy morning to get smog check off my to do list.

Quick, reasonably priced and friendly. Easy to schedule an appointment online. Forgot my coupon and the provided me with one.

Great service and comfortable waiting room ... coffee and TV too I have my go-to place for star smog check read more

They were easy to arrange an appointment on short notice. When I showed up they were ready and handled the whole process quickly. Very pleased with the service and enjoyed the conversation while waiting. I will definitely go back and use them again. read more

Professional, friendly and fast service. A strange markup of $10 for "luxury cars", doesn't make sense as the cost of providing the service is the same for all cars. looks like an opportunity to extract more money. read more

I've been here a few times for each of my two cars. There is a very nice man checking folks in and out. Also, I was offered a discount each time. The cars are always taken in and tested quickly. I really appreciate this because who wants to spend their morning at auto shop?! I highly recommend Star Smog, and I will be back in two years! read more

Smog Repair & Lube is a STAR smog check station that occupies a small shop in the same commercial complex as Shanghai Gourmet and Kinder's, near the corner of Parkside and Civic. Needing a smog check for one of my cars, I came here without an appointment on July 2nd at around 12:20 pm. Jared, one of the techs, checked me in and told me it would be ready in about 45 minutes. It was perfect since I was meeting a friend for lunch next door. When I came back at around 1:40 pm, they were just wrapping up the inspection. The total, with the certificate, was $52. I received a $6 discount by showing the coupon picture posted here on Yelp. Pricing was very reasonable comparing to other inspection stations. Jared was courteous and helpful. Although it took longer than what was stated, I thought it wasn't too bad, given the fact that there were quite a few cars ahead of mine when I dropped it off. All things considered, it was a decent experience. I will keep bringing my cars here for smog check. BONUS MATERIAL: - Major credit cards accepted. - Show them the coupon picture posted on Yelp to receive a discount. - There is a small waiting room inside the shop. - There are several restaurants within walking distance. read more

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Been taking my cars here for years. Very good business. Friendly staff and professionalism displayed by employees.

Very quick, I love the ability to make an appointment. Great location and great parking if you have to wait as a walk-in.

Stopped by for a smog test and they were very quick and efficient. Love their coupon for 2000 or newer cars, really saved me some $$.

Took car in for routine oil change 1 day prior to leaving for road-trip. Walked in 20 minutes after opening and was told to give it 2 hours. After 2.5 hours they contacted and said the car is stuck up on the lift and they can't get it down. They can't get a hold of the manager (11am to 4Pm) and are unable to get our car down. UPDATE: It is now Sunday morning and a mechanic is trying to fix the lift before noon today. We talked with a "third party" manager helping with this situation. It is now noon and no update from third party manager. Went to shop ourselves to get the update from the mechanic trying to fix the machine. FINAL UPDATE: They were able to get the car down by 1PM Sunday and the car was in the shop for a little over 24 hours. Frustrating situation but happy the shop was able to resolve in a reasonable amount of time. Was not charged for the oil change. read more

Called to check on pricing and make appt that worked with my schedule. I gave the man who answered the phone my car make/model/year (Honda Fit 2015.) He couldn't give me a straight answer about the price. He kept condescendingly telling me to "click on the link for the coupon ...must print the coupon or I won't get the discount..." (Coupon was for $29.95.) After telling him numerous times that I am aware that I need to "print the coupon and bring it in", I asked for the regular price for the smog. He said the coupon is for a "Star" Smog, which is different from a basic smog (basic smog was over $40.) He then told me that my car would be $20 more if I used the $29.95 coupon because it is considered a " Small Utility Vehicle." Ummm, no sir, that is incorrect....a Honda Fit is a Subcompact Hatchback. It's not even considered a Crossover Utility Vehicle. I felt like I was getting the wool pulled over my eyes with this place. No, thank you! read more

It was finally time for my 2014 Audi A4 to get a smog check. I asked around and people liked this place. I checked and found a ValuePak coupon for $29.95 + cert which made the price great. Unfortunately reading the fine print I became worried that the coupon might not be so great since it states "Hybrid, Diesel, Vans, Trucks, SUVs or Luxury $10 additional charge. When I arrived I didn't see anyone in the office so I walked around to the repair bay. I spoke to a gentleman and asked him about the coupon's fine print. He asked which car, I pointed it out, and then was told it's OK the coupon is valid, please go around to the desk and he'll write you up. Well I walk around to the desk, hand him my registration renewal and coupon. He says it will be $39.95+cert. I asked why and he said because it's an Audi.... luxury vehicles are $10 extra. I explained that I just asked and was told the coupon was valid for my car. He just said I have a list and it's $10 extra. At that point I just got my paperwork and left. This might be a good place, but they need to agree not price between employees. Just goes to show that you ALWAYS need to read the fine print. read more

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I have been going to Star Smog in Walnut Creek for many years now. their high quality service from the receptionists, the mechanic, and the online appointment are impressive. Everyone is respectful and warm. The service has always been effective. I will definitely recommend Star Smog for Smog check. read more

Got an oil change and brake fluid change on my 2019 Mini Clubman, price was the best I could find in the area (about $220). The work was completed in about 2 hours. I had left to get breakfast with my mom in downtown Walnut Creek and she drove me back and her tire pressure light came on. I asked if they could possibly fill her tires with some air and they promptly topped off every tire at no extra charge, how kind! I'll definitely be back. read more

I've come here before and the service was fine, but I agree with another reviewer who said the online appointment booking is meaningless. I had an appointment on Saturday at 1PM, and got an appointment reminder the day before. When I showed up on Saturday, the whole place was closed. I waited around for twenty minutes and no one showed up or answered the phone. No call about my appointment or anything. I called another smog station since I was already out with my paperwork and they took me in right away. I'll just go there in the first place next time. read more

Great experience all around! This was the first time I've had to get a smog check so I was doing some searching and Star Smog and Lube came up. I saw the other reviews on Yelp were great and thought to give them a try. Also, upon checking Yelp I saw they put up a coupon for their smog check service so that also got me to choose them. Setting up an appointment online was easy to do and was scheduled for the next day. I arrived at the shop about 10 minutes early for my appointment but they were able to help me and got going right away. Note: if you have a coupon, you have to present it before your car gets serviced and you pay. I gave them my keys and waited about 15 minutes or so and I was all set. Quick and easy service and will come again when I need a smog check. read more

Came in for smog test. The test only took 10-15 mins. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Showed up for an appointment. Business was closed; door locked. Found another smog check facility.

Great service and great price! I've been going to Star Smog each time I've needed to get my DMV required smog test done. It's so convenient that they're open all day, six days a week, from Monday through Saturday. They are able to perform smog checks on ALL types of vehicles -- newer models or older models -- including RVs, diesel cars, and hybrid cars. The previous owner was nice and had nice employees as well. He would always send out coupons in the neighborhood coupon mailer. The new owner is just as good, and his staff are good as well. No coupons are necessary now, as he has kept the prices low. The price is actually lower than anywhere else in the area, but it doesn't compromise the higher standard of service! They were able to detect a problem with my car before they started the smog test and advised me to get to my mechanic A.S.A.P. I really appreciated such customer-focused attention! It saved me from being stranded on the road! It's part of their "Happy Car, Happy Life" philosophy : ) The receptionist is friendly and really knows her stuff when it comes to cars. Although they've removed some of the vintage car memorabilia from the waiting area, they kept the comfy chairs and the TV. They're located on Parkside Drive in the Parkside Business Center, between North Civic and North Broadway right next door to M&N Automotive Service & Repair. *Note: Request a FREE 5-point safety inspection with your smog check. read more

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Brought my 1997 Land Cruiser here again. Was hoping the puppy that was here last year would be there but was told the lady with the dog no longer worked there. Oh well. Paid $108 to smog my beast. Thankfully, I had a $20 off coupon from ValPak so it was $88. Went in at 8:55am and was out in 45 minutes. read more

Trues them last year and had a good experience, but this year I twice in one week made appointments only to get there to find nobody was there. On the first visit the shop wasn't even open by the time I gave up waiting. Three days later when I came back it was not a good sign when the door wasn't open 5 minutes before my appointment. When one employee did show up he worked in the shop and so told me I had to wait for the person in the office. Gave it about ten minutes and moved on. Happening twice in one week says there's just an issue since they told me on the phone there are different people working on Saturday versus Thursday so surely they would be open in the second visit. Nope. read more

Reliable, quick and convenient! Went in during my lunch to get a smog test and they were very kind and quick.

efficient service. i made an appointment online for the same day and i was in and out - 45 minute max. friendly old guy at the counter. would recommend. read more

Fast,efficient and affordable!! Technician even waited to take his lunch til after he finished my vehicle! Very nice young lady at front desk spot on customer service read more

I went to Star Smog & Lube for a smog check. I was able to get an appointment on short notice, was greeted and quickly helped upon arrival, and they had me out of there in about 30 minutes. While I didn't wait in the waiting area, it was nice and clean, and they had a coffee and water station. The gentleman at the front desk was very friendly and helpful, and the price was exactly what you would expect for a smog check. Would highly recommend for smog check service! read more

These guys were great booked an appointment went in I was in and out of there in under 45 minutes total great people great customer service! I will definitely be back! read more

No nonsense. Standard place. I went to have my oil changed and my transmission fluid changed because my car was hitting that point in time. I'd definitely go again because they made it easy. I decided to wait in the area and went to the great Chinese place and the coffee shop nearby and then came back to pick up my car. They didn't try to sell or push for anything even though my car has some things it needs. read more

I have been using Star Smog for 5 years, and it has always been quick and easy. The results are sent digitally to the DMV, and by the end of the day I was able to pay my registration. I recommend getting an appointment, however they do take walk-ins that they try to get to as soon as the customers with appointments have been serviced. Very knowledgeable and nice people work there. read more

I made an appointment the same day 11/4/23 confirmed. Fast and easy it took only 10 mins for smog check. I'm not sure how much is standard smog check price in California.My car Honda pilot 2009. It cost me $80. read more

I brought my car in for a smog certificate. I had made an appointment online. The service was quick, efficient and friendly. I was greeted when I arrived, filled out the paperwork and the inspection took no more than fifteen minutes. I recommend Star Smog for smog certificates to anyone who needs them. There is amble parking and they are easy to find. read more

I came in one late weekday and had a wonderful experience. I arrived about 20 minutes before they closed since that was the earliest I could arrive after work. I was greeted kindly and reassured that it would only take 15 minutes. It was about $38 for a smog check for my vehicle and this was an amazing deal. The majority of shops will charge a minimum of $50 for a smog check and that's with the supposed discount. I felt like I hit the jackpot when I heard the quoted price. I was able to sit in the waiting room and connected to the free WiFi to finish up some work. The car was ready and parked outside before I know it. It was such a smooth and pleasant process. The results of the smog check are electronically sent in. Within a couple of weeks, I received my car registration. I will definitely be back in the future for any car needs. read more