We have a older suburban that has been sitting idle for years. Occasionally we round start it and…read moredrive it down the street, but now we need to use it. The check engine light was on so we couldn't smog it. Took it up our mechanic in Santee and they found a problem with the catalytic converter. They said one side was bad and recommended Hanson's to get it fixed. I called Hanson's and was able to get an appointment for the next day. While the car was there they found another problem that was an inexpensive fix. They were able to install the cat and make the other fix the same day. Overall I am very impressed with the work, service, and advice/direction I received from Hanson's.

1 Star - Would Not Recommend…read more I went to Ed Hanson's Muffler for a simple resonator/muffler delete, basic exhaust work. This shop used to have a solid reputation, which is the only reason I chose it. Unfortunately, that no longer seems to be the case. I arrived when they opened and clearly explained that I did not want to be stuck there all day. I don't live close by, and I needed to pick up my daughter from school later. I specifically told them I was completely fine dropping the car off and coming back once it was finished if the job was going to take a while. They laughed and said that wouldn't be necessary, and that they'd be in trouble if a job like this took that long, implying it would be done quickly. Instead, the work dragged on for most of the day. I was repeatedly told it was "almost done," which kept me waiting there instead of leaving. Had they been honest upfront, I would have left and returned later without any issue. During this time, the employee working on the car moved extremely slowly, frequently stopping to socialize, smoke, eat, and take extended breaks. There was no sense of urgency and no respect for my time. Because of this, I nearly ended up late picking up my daughter from school, which was exactly what I was trying to avoid by offering to drop the car off in the first place. To make matters worse, the final result was disappointing. The piping looks sloppy and unprofessional, like basic budget muffler work, yet the price was unreasonably high for the quality delivered. Ed Hanson's may have been a respectable shop at one point, but based on my experience and many others now a days, that standard is no longer there. Don't waste your hard-earned money or your time.

My running boards were not installed properly from a company that does that work. in fact one of…read morethe brackets fell down when i was gettin in the truck. Andres figured out how to fix the problem and they are better than ever. i am very pleased with the work, service and price. Great Job!!!!

My mechanic's name was Rubin Awesome technician he changed…read moremy oil on my car motor and transmission. Definitely gonna return what a great fast experience and they were very knowledgeable.

By the Hammer of Thor! El Cajon Muffler & AC is the only place to go in San Diego. The catalytic…read moreconverter in my '99 Tacoma 2.7L 4x4 rattled like rocks in a coffee can. One shop in PB quoted me $1100 for the new converter and installation. I did my research and found a Magnaflow CC on Amazon Prime for $475 with tax. I then made sure the California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved of my CC as a certified aftermarket part by EPA/CA standards. I bought the part and went back to the guys with the $1100 quote. They said they won't install a universal CC, even though it's name brand quality and approved by CARB for my truck. I'd seen the same Magnaflow CC for around $700 on other auto parts websites. This was no cheap doodad. I suspected these grease monkeys were planning to sell me that very same part with a fat markup. My quest continued. Finally, I asked my regular mechanic about CC installation. He explained that the guys to see are at El Cajon Muffler & AC. I arrived this morning, and in a half hour Ross had my new CC fitted and welded permanently into place. He even volunteered to weld/seal a crack in the exhaust system's header pipe, sparing me from an additional costly repair. Auto mechanics who don't do welding would simply have replaced the entire exhaust assembly and charged me a fortune in parts markup and labor. I saved $500 on the CC while avoiding hundreds more in parts and labor. Additionally, Ross only charged $100 for killer professional work. I was so stunned by his free repair and low fee that I gave him another $20. Lunch was on me. For exhaust system issues, I'll never go anywhere else.

Ross is your favorite mechanic's favorite mechanic. When I couldn't break loose stubborn bolts on…read moremy Miata's exhaust, my mechanic told me to call Ross, even though it was a bit of a drive. He fit me in the same day, installed my axle-back exhaust quickly, cleaned my stock exhaust so I could take it home without a mess, and charged a very fair price. His skill, honesty, and straightforwardness are why he has so many great reviews.