Tri City Smog
4.7 (107)
245 Emerald Dr Suite B, Vista, CA 92083
(760) 639-4330
tricitysmog.com
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Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Reviews
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James Auger
3 weeks ago
Mark is a great technician knows what he's doing
Dennis Pike Photography
7 months ago
I was rushing to make it before they closed and he told me to take my time and handled my frazzled state really well too. Super helpful and nice through all of it.Service: Smog certificationService: Smog certification
Belinda Phillips
4 months ago
It was fast, great price and awesome customer service
COORS LIGHTMAN
6 months ago
Very helpful, I called them and told my be there around 1, in and out, great shop
ANTHONY SALCE
2 years ago
Quick, courteous and respectful I never get any of my star smog certification anywhere else. I've been using these guys for about 15 years I never had a problem and local to the DMV FYI.
Lance Parrow
5 months ago
A no fuss testing center. Fair pricing and friendly service!
Ambrosia Solis
2 years ago
Relatively new to the area so I feel lucky to find this gem!Service was speedy, professional, thorough, and extremely helpful!Dan was amazing. Not only did he help with my smog check, he also went above and beyond with giving me additional information that was super helpful to hear!Definitely will recommend to others! I was in and out with Smog check done and passed within 30 minutes! Maybe even 15.Highly recommend.Service: Smog certification
Deleted User
10 months ago
Fair pricing posted on the wall. Quick and friendly service. Been coming here for years.
Ashley Baughfman
11 months ago
Went in for a smog check for a vehicle that was gifted to me from my family in Oregon so that I can change the title to me. It passed the emissions test but he failed the visual inspection because the catalytic converter wasn t approved by the state of a California. Wish he checked that first and then called or asked if I wanted to go further before I had to shell out another $71 and purchase a replacement catalytic converter. Bummer
Tore Trupiano
a year ago
Mark was very professional from the phone call I made to schedule an appointment until my test was finished. Highly recommend
Robert K
9 years ago
Very trustworthy. Accommodating, stress free, in and out quickly, and very professional service. Mark the owner inspects as well. Polite conversation as he runs the test and you are in and out before you know it. Very reasonably priced. Only smog inspection so no incentive or hidden agenda to charge exuberant amounts of money on repairs. It is pass or fail depending on your own maintenance and condition of your car. Was a pleasure doing business with them. Same review I posted 6 years ago. Still the same!
Lincoln Kroll
3 years ago
I showed up without an appointment, Mark was really friendly and helpful, and the price was more than fair. The job was fast and passed! I will be coming back again with all of my smog check needs... also, the place is in an auto mall of repair and service places, so if needed, every kind of service that might be needed is very close by. I highly recommend Tri-City Smog test! Thank you Mark!Service: Emissions testing
Donald Belling
5 years ago
Jamie was very knowledgeable and professional. Helped me clear up some confussion with my car and got me smoged and out the door with a great price in no time! He spoke highly of his shop and the owner Mike who's been in bussines for over 20 years. I will definitely be coming back and refering my friends.
C T
4 years ago
Mark was a really solid guy, helped me despite no appointment and done within 25 mins- was refreshing to just meet a good person who legit takes pride in what they do
Jeffrey Fortuna
2 years ago
Eric is amazing, my car passed smog but he found a vacuum line that was changed out with a subpar quality line and was collapsed. I was able to change out the hose for an open replacement and keep the car running problem free.
Briana Mendoza
8 years ago
Only thing I can say is that I called before I went in and was told only one person was ahead of me so I come in and wait thinking I'm next. Then 20 minutes later some guy comes in saying he has a 9:30 appointment. Ok, i understand it was 9:27. But what really pissed me off is that the guy testing didnt even have the decency to tell me I would have to wait longer than I anticipated. Instead of that 1 person ahead of me it was now 2. You should of told me immediately when the 930 appointment came in not when you were finished with the car I thought I was after.... and an "I'm sorry for not checking the appointment books when you called or came in" would of sufficed . Communicate better with your customers, Daniel.
Tu T Tran
2 years ago
I'm new to the town, from out of the State. Just found the place on Google and had a great experience there. They gave me many useful informations and got the works done super fast. Think I will stick to Tri-City Smog in a long time ahead.Service: Smog certificationService: Smog certification
John Mitchell
3 years ago
They took appointment time which gave me priority over walk-ins. However, with the pandemic in full swing, the room to go to the counter is extremely small, lacks ventilation, and allows people to wait inside in close quarters without social distancing.
Alex Bodila
a year ago
Awesome. Polite. Professional. My 1999 Honda Accord Passed the FIRST Time.!!! These guys Are Good..!!!
Margarita Guerra
3 years ago
Mark was very helpful as always and got me without an appointment on a busy Saturday morning. The service is quick and easy, which why I always come back to Mark for all my smog checks. Thank you!
Frances D.
5 years ago
I had a morning appointment on January 9, 2019 with Jaime for a Smog Test Check on my 1995 Honda Civic. I was charged $70.00 the regular price on my 1995 Honda Civic car. Older cars have to go through a more rigorous procedure than new cars that are the year 2000 and above.It took about (20 minutes) for the smog test check to be completed. Jamie was very professional and friendly.Jamie also noticed an issue I was having with my car. Jaime told me that my car idles when he tested my car and ran my car for a while at a higher rate of speed on the rpm's. Jaime has some (mechanical experience) with cars he told me.Jaime also told me that I need to take my car into an (automotive repair shop) as soon as possible and get an (Diagnostic Check) to resolve the (rough idle) on my Honda Civic Car. Jaime told me that I will have to make my own decision on which (automotive repair shop) I want to call and make an appointment with to fix my (rough idling issue) on my car at the Emerald Automotive Service Center.My car passed the smog test again and I have been taking my car to Tri-City Smog for 10 years. I highly recommend Tri-City Smog.
Kaley McGill
9 years ago
Mark was so friendly, helpful, and professional! He got me in for my smog right away. Serive was fast and I even was able to use a coupon. I'll definitely recommend TriCity Smog to all my friends and family!
Donald Dzina
3 years ago
Quick, professional and clean. Not only was the shop clean, they wipe the chairs down in the waiting room when customers leave. Will check older vehicles as well.Service: Smog certificationService: Smog certification
opium unknown
7 years ago
We've been going to Tri-City for years for all our vehicles. Friendly service, good prices and I'm in and out in good time. Cannot recommend enough.
Joshy Fresh
13 years ago
I just moved to California from NY and needed a smog to register my car here. I called to find out about pricing which was $60 out the door for my 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. Sean was very nice and I would highly recommend this place! Took about 15 minutes
Esteban Calleja
4 years ago
I come to them every single time. They are quick and super welcoming. I can't imagine going anywhere else.
Jerry Goldstein
3 years ago
I've been bringing my vehicles here for probably 15 years never had a problem. Very friendly staff owner operator couple of great guys.
Ana Dreamer96
8 years ago
I come every other 2 years. Very good workers and honest. Fast and efficient. Highly recommended .
Cesar Z
a year ago
Quick, friendly & professional service. Highly recommend.
Sam Hembree
2 years ago
Taken two cars here lately and highly recommend. Quick, courteous, and professional.