Great experience! One thing that immediately stood out was how responsive they were on Yelp something that's surprisingly rare these days. I reached out with a question and got a quick reply right away. I stopped by during lunch on a weekday with no appointment, and Jonathan got me taken care of quickly and professionally. The whole smog check process was easy, straightforward, and had me back on the road in no time. The waiting area was also a nice bonus, with plenty of shade and a swamp cooler that made the wait comfortable, especially on a warm day. Friendly service, great communication, no appointment needed, and fast turnaround. I'll definitely be back when I need my next smog check. read more

I visited this location last Monday on Memorial Day after discovering that another smog spot I initially intended to go to was closed, despite its Yelp listing stating otherwise. I called the Smog Spot, and a friendly gentleman informed me that they would be open until 2 PM that day, so I made my way there from Alhambra. The smog test was conducted quickly and efficiently; I was in and out in just 20 minutes. The pricing was excellent, and I would definitely return in the future. read more

Service Requested: 5/5 Quality: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Im very pleased and happy to take my Mom's car for the 1st time to smog check. I'll be coming back next year for her vehicle. ^*^ Patrick was amazingly prompt of the response. The tech who helped me was also fantastic. He's pro, attentive and friendly. I'm very grateful and satisfied with the service, quality and value. read more

So fast, professional, and efficient. Was in and out in probably a half of an hour. I enjoyed the air conditioning outside, which allowed me to work on my laptop with the picnic table outside. Didn't drop a sweat in the heat. Thank you Smog Spot for being so thoughtful of your customers! read more

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Needed a smog check to renew the car's license and found this place thanks to Yelp! It's been awhile since I needed a smog check but pulled into The Smog Spot without an appointment and was able to get my car tested right away by Jonathan. BTW, the driveway into The Smog Spot is narrow and you can miss it if there are cars parked on the street and you're driving fast. But, you can see the top of the building with the sign from a distance so be ready to turn right where the sign lines up to Garvey as the driveway is a straight line into the business. There are parking spots and a bench for those who want to wait for their test. My car easily passed since it's an Asian car (LOL Asian academics humor) They have clearly posted and good prices. I was also happy with the service I received. This place is test only and you still need to pay if your car fails! read more

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Awesome and quick service, always recommend! Staff are friendly and helpful! large parking spot. Highly recommend!

Overall great experience. I was in and out within 20 minutes. The waiting area was clean and shaded. read more

Just got a smog check completed here. Employees were very friendly. They were very fast. Got in and out and still had time to pick up food during my lunch break. read more

This spot is amazing! With the heat, they have a giant AC under a small tent, keeping you fresh while you wait. SMOG check was fast, I appreciate it! Thank you :) read more

It was that time of year again, smog check for my vehicle. Usually I would call around and see if I can get a good deal. Not this year. Not because this place has the lowest price. But because I think it's worth paying an extra buck or two and save myself time. There is one other place that has a better price but I remembered having to wait for over an hour, with no waiting area except for a few plastic chairs against the wall of the garage. Whereas here, there's plenty of seating and SHADE. Plus, like my previous visit, I was done in 20 minutes. (They do two cars at once.) And as always, the staff was polite and upfront about the additional credit card usage fee. So save yourself some time and just get your car smog checked here. Because you got better things to do than this. Oh, careful with the drive way. There's only enough room for just one car to either enter or exit so dont go speeding down that driveway. read more

I had to do a smog check, title transfer, and renew my registration. I went Sunday afternoon at ~2PM and there was no wait. I requested info on yelp beforehand but got no response but its fine bc they picked up our phone call right away (should've done that first)! Prior to going to The Smog Spot, I researched which DMV forms I needed to fill out so I could speed up the process as much as possible. I thought i had to sign the actual forms there but I was able to forward them my filled out forms via email and just sign my name. I'm confidently sure they would've had the forms if I didn't have it. I handed them all the forms + keys to my car and they did the rest. If I was going just for a smog check, I would've been out in 10-15 min but my situation had a couple more steps. Either way, I was out in 25-30 mins. Got the new tags asap too! Not only are you beating the DMV lines, you're also met with patient workers who know how to do their job well without being condescending about it like at DMV. I paid $398 for all of my services and would do it again because it saved me the mental stress and time!!! Shoutout to Ruben and Jonathan who helped me out! The 5-star reviews on here did not lie!! 10/10 will recommend this place to all of my friends & family. read more

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Highly recommend to go to The Smog Spot. I've been going here every year for multiple cars to take in for service for smog check. Value - Price is good. Service - Quick. (they provide multiple services) Renewal, title transfer, CRVA weight decal, duplicate title, nee license plate, registration tags, and vin verification. Staff - Friendly and knowledgeable. read more

As someone who appreciates businesses that respect your time and deliver great customer service, The Smog Spot really stands out. They're open on Sundays (which is rare and incredibly convenient), and the entire smog check process took about 10 minutes from start to finish. The team was friendly, efficient, and clearly experienced, no upselling, no hassle, just straightforward and professional service. The shop itself runs smoothly and feels well-organized, which you don't always find with smog stations. A major bonus is that they also offer a variety of DMV services, making this a true one-stop shop if you're trying to knock out errands quickly. I usually don't look forward to smog checks, but this was genuinely one of the easiest experiences I've had. If you value efficiency, convenience, and great customer service, this is the place to go. Highly recommend. read more

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Amazing service. I paid $51 for a smog check for my 2016 Prius. I went on a Tuesday afternoon - no wait. I was in and out in 15 minutes. They're very friendly and have great prices. There's also a covered area outside with tables and chairs while you wait, and they also have a swamp cooler to keep people cool. Highly recommend, I come here for my smog checks always. read more

Great service and they were open on a Sunday. The two techs were super professional. Three other cars pulled up so it can get busy but they are quick to get everything checked in. I will be coming back read more

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I needed a smog check and came across this place on Yelp. I decided to give them a call since they had great reviews. They told me to come by the same day and they took care of the car right away. Service was fast and friendly! Would recommend this place if you ever need a smog check. read more

No compliments. I came here for smog check. Good service, prompt reply to my messages, Quick and the price is good. read more

This place is professional and sometimes you may have to wait because there is line and get really busy

I needed a smog check ASAP and sent a request through Yelp. They responded extremely quick within an hour of me sending a message. The location was pretty easy to find. The location has multiple parking spots so it's not too crowded and they have a shaded outdoor waiting area with a cooling fan. Pricing is also very reasonable. Most definitely would be coming back here again! read more

Another year to renew smog. Great service, courteous workers make it very pleasant while I wait under the tarped shaded waiting area outside. read more

Came in on a weekday and had to wait for the car in front of me. There's seating outdoors with shade and a fan. Quick turnaround on the smog check. Overall decent price at $50 and I believe the clerk mentioned a discount. Note: Be careful with their parking entrance, the driveway is pretty narrow read more

This is a great smog spot for a star verification! It took around 15 minutes, they accept walk-ins, and are very friendly. I would 100% recommend you check them out! read more

Massive thank you to the team here! I was down to the wire forgetting I needed a STAR facility smog check for my registration. I reached out via Yelp and they got back to me almost instantly with pricing and a special offer. The actual service was fast, seamless, and completely stress-free. The staff members were so friendly and professional. I've definitely found my go-to smog shop for the future! read more

I own a handful of vehicles. And I always go 21 place only the smog spot. What I recommend this place. Absolutely.There is no other place I would rather go to. The service is always fast. Plenty of parking. And not to mention great pricing. If you need a smog, this is the spot. read more

The Smog Spot - Smog Check Stations Near Me - South El Monte, California

I couldn't be more satisfied with The Smog Spot-- as usual, I was provided speedy and professional service. Ruben was pleasant and made the whole process easy breezy. There's a covered seating area for customers to sit and wait, which was very thoughtful. Your smog check will be done before you even get the chance to settle in and get comfortable. I recommend this place! Price is fair too! read more

Quick, easy, and friendly. Would absolutely recommend this service for anyone looking for a smog test. The price was also great, seriously can't beat it when you include everything else. read more

Erick and Ruben are very kind with me. Fast service and always a 5 stars service. That's why I'm a customer since their opening severas years ago. Thank you guys! HUGO MASAYA. read more

Brought my car in for a smog check on a Saturday afternoon and only had to wait a few minutes as they finished up with the person that was there before me. Quick, simple, and great service! I appreciate that they provide a shaded waiting area. I will definitely be back in the future and would recommend The Smog Spot if your car is in need of a smog check. Other things to note: *They accept credit cards however it is an additional $1 charge *Turn into the driveway when you see the smog check flags outside read more

Quick response via message on Yelp and took me in pretty quickly. It was a quick turnaround and I walked across the street to grab a sandwich. The worker helped move my car while I was enjoying my lunch. Super helpful and worth every penny! I needed a smog check for the title change. Thanks Smog Spot! read more

Have used this test only smog check twice now. Really great service, polite and professional. Highly recommend. Tip: they don't make reservations but just call and ask for a not busy time. read more

Very quick, efficient, professional & friendly. I have been coming here for years and I always get the best service. They report the smog check instantly to the DMV. This is my place for smog checks on my cars. Totally recommend them. read more

He provides the nicest most courteous service.Very fast, always friendly, convenient location.And now he even has a super cool giant fan in the waiting area, we all need to do smog tests, so please come here.This is the best i've ever experienced read more

Quick and friendly service! Seating outside with tent and evaporative cooler to help guests during the hot weather while they wait. read more

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Found this little hidden gem of a spot. They were very quick, efficient, and friendly. Answered all my questions. Would definitely recommend. Coming back when the time comes. Thank you! read more

Came here for a last minute smog check after messaging Patrick. His price was reasonable. The service was about 15 minutes. The people performing the service were friendly and professional. read more

I can easily see why this place has its well deserved 5 stars. I requested a quote through Yelp and they were quick to respond. They were helpful in answering my questions, local, and had great reviews so I drove here to do my smog check. I'm in the middle of a title transfer, so I brought my pink slip with me and they were able to process/do the smog check just fine. The smog check took just 15 minutes (even though they said 20 minutes) and it was so fast and easy. There's even a shaded waiting area with a large cooling fan. They charge $1 for credit card, but they're super transparent about it which is nice. I will definitely be back! read more

The Smog Spot - tented wait area with a large fan - Smog Check Stations Near Me - South El Monte, California

Efficient and personable service, and there are several areas where you can sit and wait for your car to be checked.

Excellent service, friendly, and had a great outdoor area to sit and wait for my car. There's this cooling fan and it's the coolest I've been sitting outside all summer. 10/10 read more

The Smog Spot - Cooling Fant in waiting area - Smog Check Stations Near Me - South El Monte, California

Found Smog Spot close to my business so it was easy to get in, out, and back to work! It was that time of the year to get a smog check for my car registration and Pat responded to my inquiry very quickly and I was able to squeeze a walk-in. Waiting area was shaded and had plenty of seating. Thanks so much! read more

Message this place and they responded super fast. Came in within the next 30 mins and they were able to take care of me. Patrick was super helpful through the whole process and the service was smooth. Would recommend to everyone. read more