I only get my oil changed here and never have had to wait too long. The guys who work here are friendly, professional, and quick. They have a nice attitude, considering they work in that hot space all day long. I do think the manager should supply them with masks because they are breathing in a lot of fumes! It's also pretty convenient not to need an appointment and to use the coupon on my phone. read more

I like this location they are ok; the employees are courteous. I never had a problem with them.

I do understand that inspections are not a money maker, but you cannot treat long term customers of your main product, oil changes, like trash. Now you lost a client of your main business. And to think that EVERY TIME I went there to change my oil, air filters etc, I tipped everyone like crazy. Now you have no customer, and no tips. Congrats Geniuses! read more

Arrived, four other cars waiting outside the bays. Eventually one of the techs come out and gives me a number placard showing my position in line. Watched as all the techs assembled around the rear of one car when they couldn't get a brake light changed, all work stopped for 5 solid minutes. Average time for a car to finish was 30 minutes. Waited in line over 45 minutes before entering a bay. Tech performed the oil change, but "bottom tech" was lazy and not paying attention, top tech had to call out multiple times for getting the vehicle drained, oil filter installed, did not get replies or confirmation. Other top techs had same issue. One of the techs was actually hobbling around on crutches, but somehow he was more efficient than the others. Receipt shows tests that were not performed on my vehicle, such as checking the battery (nothing was ever hooked up to it). Sign outside advertises "fastest oil change in town" but that's false advertising -- should contact BBB. From arrival to departure I spent nearly 1 hour, 15 minutes at site. For $120, and no benefits, not even a free car wash like other places. Ugh. read more

Valvoline Instant Oil Change - False advertising. Wonder if I can sue over the false claims? - Oil Change Stations Near Me - Middletown, New York

This is the only garage that serviced my 2022 Honda. Staff did not properly secure engine guard at last oil change. it came off twice while traveling by myself (52f). yesterday, I went in for another oil change, I brought it to their attention and they refused to reattach the guard as it wasn't "factory". THESE GUYS HAVE ONE JOB. CONFIRM THEY SECURE THE GUARD BACK W EVERY CLIP/SCREW! read more

Christian Dakota hector great workers, great customer service and great company... In and out fantasy value......................................... Middletown ny valvoline read more

Check your service and bill! We sent our 17-year-old son up there with a Groupon coupon for synthetic blend oil change. He should not have had to pay a single thing. That's why we got the Groupon! He came home with an $87 bill! They charged him for A full oil change with full synthetic blend. They never asked him what type of oil. Never looked at what he used previously. He was young and didn't really understand why he was getting a bill so he just paid it! When we tried to call and get the problem reserved they pushed us off to the general customer service. From there it's been a back-and-forth phone nightmare to get our money back! So much for enjoying a Saturday afternoon and a quick oil change! read more

I wish I could comment on their service but I never received any. I was laying in line for 40 minutes when a technician came to my window and said they would not be able to get to me today. He recommended I come back at 8am. I get that they can only do so many cars in a day. However, they should put a sign up in their parking area indicating "closed" so cars do not pull up and wait at 5pm and they close at 6pm. They should at least have some sort of system in place or offer a special coupon for people you screw over that have to leave without being serviced. Poor management. read more

Wife went for specific items, oil change and headlight replacement. I checked all other lights minutes before she left, no problems. I informed her of the "extras" that Valvoline likes to add on to the bill. Like the Drain Plug & Gasket $3.99 + tax they say is needed every time getting an oil change. Plus the 921 minature lamp $17.99 + tax which was good 5 minutes before she got there. Maybe they should use better products so they do not need to be replaced every few months. Conventional Oil Change 49.99 Valvoline 5W30 Conventional Oil API SP 3.80 QT Valvoline Oil Filter VO148 1.00 EA Discount (NANAF2P) -10.00 Vehicle Light Replacement 31.99 9003 MINATURE LAMP 1.00 EA Vehicle Light Replacement 16.99 921 MINATURE LAMP 1.00 EA Plug and Gasket Replacement 2.99 DRAIN PLUG & GASKET 1.00 EA Subtotal 91.96 Amt After Discount 91.96 Parts Subtotal 91.96 Labor Subtotal 0.00 Tax 7.48 Total 99.44 read more

The dudes and dudette at the Valve are pretty decent fellows. They are friendly, responsive and they don't try to sell you in bullshit. They really just change your oil and ask you if you want to service other things. They show you areas for concern and don't attempt to sway you into crap you don't need. Perhaps they get the feel that I know my car. They are right. My only problem with the service is the price. It's so ridiculous but I pay it for the convenience of sitting in my car and being done within 30 minutes. The staff is beyond friendly and the customer service is beyond professional. Again my only beef is the damn price. Otherwise the service, staff and convenience make up for it. read more

Did a nice efficient job. Regardless of where you pulled in they took the next person who was due up. Will go again for next change

I had a pleasant experience here, all the guys were nice professional and there was no - I think you need blah blah blah. The wait wasn't bad n the price was reasonable. I'll be back when I'm in upstate NY. read more

Valvoline Instant Oil Change - Oil Change Stations Near Me - Middletown, New York

The service personnel were very professional and knew their jobs well. I would recommend them to anyone in need of automobile services.

My experience at Valvoline Instant Oil Change was incredibly disappointing and frustrating. As soon as I left their service my engine splash shield fell off, leaving me worried about potential damage to my engine. When I called to express my concern that I was unable to drive my car without it causing to spark, they told me there was nothing they could do and did not offer any apologies. It wasn't until my father called on my behalf that they finally decided to take action. I guess my call wasn't taken seriously enough. When someone came to remove the shield, there was again no sign of apology for the extreme inconvenience they had caused. I asked how this could have happened and they told me it was because my car was "cheap". Never did they mention any concern during the oil change, only when I was stranded on the side of the road. What's more concerning is that they claimed the splash shield didn't need to go back on. I understand it's not a crucial element to the function of my car, however it does serve an essential role in protecting my engine from water and dirt. Their lack of understanding and care for my cars safety left me feeling uneasy about the level of expertise at this establishment. I will certainly never be returning to any Valvoline, at any location, and will be advising all of my friends and family to seek other options for oil changes. read more

if you are looking for a great place and awesome people go here and ask for Cass! he was knowledgable friendly efficient and didn't pressure for anything but made wise recommendation s! read more

GREAT SERVICE! This morning I got my car inspected and oil changed at this location. This was my first time visiting this location and I couldn't be more pleased. My car was inspected and oil was changed in under 30 minutes. The staff were kind and professional and kept me updated throughout the process by telling me what was going on and not just telling me, but showing me what was recommended for my vehicle to ensure good operation and safety of my vehicle. I highly recommend using this location for your inspection and oil change needs. Prompt, professional and efficient service was received and appreciated. read more

First time at this location and was very pleased with everyone there. They literally got me in and out like I asked too. Got and inspection and oil change. I will recommend this location for sure moving forward. read more

The staff just plain rude and who ever thought it was a good idea to make Jeremy the face of your company and a manager needs to reevaluate their choices rude and horrible service from a long time customer. This is my first review of any business because it's not worth my time but in this case service and rudeness was so bad I had to post this read more

This Valvoline location no longer offers a discount for retired military. Only Active Duty. I'll find someplace else that respects my 23 years of service read more

Excellent service,had a appt for a inspection,got change and everything was done perfectly. Fast and though,I would recommend to all.

Terrible service on Feb 25th the older balding mechanic had such a terrible attitude very rude and abnoxious. Talking about customers right in front of them being very argumentative with customers. I will never come to this location again! read more

My inspection was up in December. I didn't realize it until New Year's Day. I went there to get my car inspected. They told me something was wrong with my passenger side window and it wouldn't pass inspection... but if I went and got 40$ in cash for them in addition to paying for the inspection, they would pass me. I actually debated it, but went to a real mechanic and got inspected and passed with no trouble. I wouldn't write a yelp review unless something seriously troubled me. Don't trust these guys. read more

This place used to be good. Now everytime you go in the insist something needs to be done to the car or replced before it will pass inspection. They typically will tell you your wipers need replacing, this time they tried telling me my rearview mirror needs replacing due to "discoloration". The rearview mirror doesn't have any discoloration, one corner has obvious peeling on the edge and thats it, nothing that would interfere with visualizing whats behind you. Wouldn't be a big deal but they passed the car last year with the mirror in the same exact condition and this year the guy was a total douche about it. Definitely won't be back. read more

I came here for my dreaded inspection. I had called ahead and they mentioned there was a 30 minute wait. I pulled up and was told to wait, there was a car in front of me. I did wait about the 30 before I was told my car was next and after that it was no more than 15 minutes. Which is great considering I did not have an appointment like a lot of places need. And they were busy from what I could see from the other 2 garage doors. Overall great group of guys. Patient, friendly, and looks like they want to keep their word. Inside the waiting area was clean I will make it a point to come here for this again. read more

This place is terrible. I came here for a quick oil change after I stopped going to my dealership for oil changes. First one went fine. A few months later I came back for a second oil change. They said they couldn't replace my filter because the filter cap was stripped and they couldn't get it off. They told me to go back to my dealer and maybe they could replace it for me. Umm.. no, you're going to replace it for me because the filter cap was fine before I started coming here. After a back and forth discussion, they finally agreed to replace the filter cap at no charge, but I had to wait a week because they needed to order it. I'll never return. This was a few months ago. I refrained from writing a review, until THE SAME THING HAPPENED TO MY FRIEND! read more

I read the reviews, some were good and some were bad. I was skeptical but, I also don't have that much time on my hands to look around for a high rating place. Gave them a shot and they did a great job. Primarily happy that they do offer MILITARY DISCOUNTS 15%. They worked like a pit crew and got me out of there in 10-15 minutes. I actually parked in their parking space and went back and told them what I'm telling you. It's not often enough that people are told they did a good job. And they did. And they appreciated it. I'll come back for the next oil change. read more

Needed a last minute oil change with only 30 minutes to spare before they closed for the evening. Every other place I called was booked up or closed and I was desperate due to a long trip the next day, and my oil light had just turned on. This place was very quick despite needing to service 6 cars before closing. They were also professional, and polite. I may just have to go the extra 10 minutes across town for every oil change now! read more

I didn't want it to write a review about today's experience , but they pissed me off really bad . I got there for quick oil change, my car was fine no low tier, on broken light nothing.i jut wanted oil change. So they started checking my car and they tried to add some air into my front tire , and they broke tier valve . So they told me that tire shop is 2 minuets a way and they'll fix it for me in 10 minuets . I said okey no problem i can wait. I didn't know that i had to pay for everything. So they removed my tire and ask me to take the tire to the shop, I said okey but who's going to pay for repair? The(Scott bunnenger , manager) told me it was already broken and he's not responsible for anything. I asked ( nicely) when I brought the car , the car was okey? He said yes . I asked why I have to pay for something I didn't even touch , and also nobody informed me about any possible damages. I didn't told them to check or add anything besides oil change. My point is that the manager scott was soo mean and angry , he started cursing and he was telling me he's not responsible. When they broke my tier valve they didn't even say sorry . They didn't offer me anything. I don't even know why that person is a manager, he doesn't have ANY PEOPLE SKILLS. Everybody was really mean and angry. I feel very disappointed and upset. read more

Place is a joke, never felt so belittled in my life. Employees are rude and obnoxious. Do not bring vehicle here. I repeat do not bring vehicle here!!! read more

If I could give this place a negative rating I would. Hours after leaving Valvoline on Dolson Avenue in Middletown my dashboard was lit up like the Fourth of July. I was on my way to a different state when my check engine came on, my traction control was unavailable, my four-wheel-drive service light came on as well as my lane assist malfunctioning. Not knowing much about cars I panicked and took it to the dealership where I bought it being that it's a 2020 show room brand new car. After paying a diagnostic fee of $200 they told me that Valvoline never put my air filter caps back on so there was no airflow to the engine. Fortunately the dealership was able to replace the caps and fix all of the error codes that caused by a Valvoline Oil chang. after physically going into the store with my bill from the dealership expecting to be reimbursed said at the minimum for all of the issues they had caused and the potential harm I was at risk for, they offered me a free oil change at my next service. They didn't even offer to pay the bill that they had cost me. Beware of this Valvoline they're incompetent and have no idea what they're doing they're too busy talking amongst themselves and joking about who is a better salesman and who can "sell water to a fish". read more

I am not going to give less stars based on my treatment today from JULIAN! He, as an employee and human being, deserves ZERO STARS! I have been coming to the Dolson location for years. For the most part, the men here are quite polite and well mannered. JULIAN, however is very rude and could use a reality check. I asked to have my car inspected he advised I needed an appointment and it wouldn't be until the first week of November. I said that's fine and then he just stood there and said nothing. It felt as though I was interrupting his day and bothering him. I said, ok so can I make an appointment?? JULIAN exclaims to me YEA GIVE ME A MINUTE! proceeds to walk to the car behind me mumbling under his breath and mask. I said, you know i can still hear you right?!....JULIAN- "yea i Know". I asked him what his problem was and his response and justification for his profound rudeness was because i was "CLAPPING MY HANDS" AND that I was rude first. I asked to speak to the manager who assured me JULIAN would be addressed and made my appointment for the following day. Some advice to an obviously young man with clearly no experience in customer service or concept of work ethics... JULIAN leave the attitude and big man complex at the door! You go to work to provide a service that people pay for. An oil change doesn't come with disrespect or your quite obvious defensive ego! His future here should be taken into serious consideration! Cause I know for myself I wouldn't trust him to put a cap on that mouth of his, let alone screw the oil cap! read more

I've been here twice in the past couple of months and so far I have no negative things to say! My first visit was in December. I was due for an inspection and most places were out of inspection stickers for the year by then, but this place was not. I believe I spoke to the manager when I called and he told me they don't take appointments but if I wanted to come right then, they were opening in just a few minutes and there wasn't a wait. I did so, and I was in and out in less than half an hour - and it only took that long because the computer to process and ring up my transaction was giving them some problems. He apologized multiple times and it was honestly no big deal. I went here again this morning for an oil change. I was in and out in seriously ten minutes, if that. The guys working on my car were all very friendly and professional. I heard them all communicating well - checking each other's work, it seemed like, making sure everything was being checked off and finished in order, and they showed me the dipstick after my oil change to make sure I could see with my own eyes the oil was fresh and topped off. Considering so many places around seem to like to upsell women and assume they don't know when something isn't being done right, that was a move that stood out to me. I paid less for my synthetic oil change here than when I go to Firestone for the same service and I usually have to wait HOURS there. I think this is my new spot for routine maintenance! read more

First time coming here and within 5 minutes I already realized it was a mistake. I should have looked at reviews first. All 3 workers were terribly rude, it is WAY over priced for a simple oil change and technicians seemed very questionable and honestly sketchy. Will never be back here. Business should not be run that way. read more

Terrible experience. Questionable technician training. Had an engine oil flush and they left oil cap off while engine running. Oil/detergent spewed everywhere. Manager and technician comically scurried around trying to clean it up. They did replace wiper blades and pay to have car washed (It was the least they could do). Oh but wait, they weren't done messing up my car!!! They cracked the oil pan when they over tightened the oil plug!!! I did not discover this until almost 3000 miles later. No oil visible on dip stick. Was the District Manager or Market Manager willing to pay for an engine compression test to be sure no damage was caused to the engine? NO!!! What were they afraid of? Why are they not willing to make sure customers are satisfied/comfortable that their vehicles are OK after they get done with them? By the way, I've since learned from a trained independent automobile mechanic, that damage to customer vehicles like I experienced from Valvoline are common. WARNING - Stay Away from Valvoline Dolson Avenue, Middletown NY read more

I arrived to see if they were able to fit me in after work. There was nobody at the reception desk and everybody in the bay could see me through the glass, but nobody came in from there, or called anyone to help me. I waited, trying to signal to them that I needed assistance, but got nothing. While standing at their reception desk, I went to another company's website, made an appointment with them, and left without having been spoken to for approximately 15 minutes. read more

In addition to always attempting to up sale you on services. Now if yoy want and inspection the new policy is to make an appt. However if tou get an oil change they will take walk in's. They try to discourage you from getting only acustomersn inspection by telling you that only oil change are guaranteed to get in for inspections! Poor customer intimidation tactic. They also sau that they don't make an profits from the inpections anyway. Maybe the state shuld pull their Privilege of doing inspections altogether if it's such a nusance. Very shameful practice... read more

Hey Tammy, No response on on my review and your RIP OFF 40 dollar oil cap ? Oh, it must be one that was taken off one of the Space Shuttles, made of gold and signed by the President right ? read more

I gave them one star because I couldn't give them a zero. Only go there if you have half a day to burn. There's nothing instant about the instant oil change. These guys move way too slow. read more

Today I needed an inspection, I have used this facility for over 10 years never needed an appointment but I was told by Jess that you need a appointment because the lines would get long for inspections and the customers who wanted oil changes would leave and the oil changes come first because they do not make money on inspections??? Maybe Valvoline should give up its N.Y license to to inspect cars and only focus on only oil changes. For the first time I was shocked read more

This place has gone downhill fast. Lived in this area for decades and used this place often for oil changes. The last few times we had problems but this Saturday convinced me I'm never going back. Pulled up for an oil change and all excited no one was there. The guy who came over clearly was aggravated I was there and gave me an attitude and told me to pull in. He and what I actually think was the manager went back to their conversation ignoring the fact that my vehicle was there to work on. After at least 5 minutes the one guy started working on it and the manager guy stayed on his phone doing nothing. It took much longer than it should have. I finally left and drove down the road and they never shut and locked the hood. The last time I was there they failed to put the oil cap on tight. I wouldn't trust them anymore and the help is awful! read more