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January 2024 by Bee T.
I am reviewing on my second time coming to San Pablo Smog. My first time testing my car it didn't pass due to my battery being disconnected. Kevin walked me through the steps and helped me pass. Until he goes out of business this will be my smog shop. Please note: the waiting area is outside. Dress appropriately.
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September 2023 by Melissa Pantoja
Came here on a whim because it was close to my work and I get my oil changed next door sometimes. Never coming back for smog again.I initially had a good experience, even though my car failed the smog. But I found that the inspector “Sae Phan, Kao” was actually a completely impatient and rude person when I called again later that day.As I tried to decipher what part number he had scribbled down underneath “part no./description” on my receipt, he had no patience to understand what I was trying to ask, cut my words off every time and even told me I was the one not listening. AND he hung up on me. You best believe I called back and finished asking what I needed to ask. He eventually said it was an engine code that was for his reference which fine whatever, but there is a way to handle customers and the way this man does it is despicable. What’s more infuriating is this place has similar bad reviews where there is an impatient, rude person who hangs up on people in the middle of a call. I recommend you all go to my usual, Berkeley Green Smog Check. Don’t bother with this San Pablo joke.
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August 2023 by Yulia Alexandr
Great service, friendly and super fast!
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May 2023 by Thomas Beall
Friendly guy, took $80 and 20 minutes
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May 2023 by Willem Bosboom B.
Made an appointment for a smog test. Came the following morning at the prescribed time and the guy never showed up. Waited an extra 30 minutes. I called but no one picked up the phone. Very unprofessional, waste of my time.
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April 2023 by El Z.
They did a good job, and they did it fast. Nice guys too. The smog check took 10-15 minutes and there was no wait. Straight up and easy.
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February 2023 by Margaret R.
NOT OPEN SUNDAYS - drove from Oakland based on hours here on Yelp. No one's home... Maybe next time.
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February 2023 by Aardvark K.
Fastest and easiest smog experience. I appreciated the hand sanitizer and wipes available.
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February 2023 by Jeffery Comstock
I've had bad expensive experiences with many emissions testing sites before finding San Pablo smog. This place is hands down the best place for a smog test. There’s one emissions tech that works there and he’s honest, kind, hard working, and will spend the time to explain things to you. He’s always busy, and well worth the wait, because he’s that good! If your tired of trying to find a good place to go, and tired of the scammers tacking on extra charges, or willing to haggle on prices, if your tired of paying for an emissions test just to tell you that you failed because your check engine light is on when they could’ve told you that before running your car through the test, then go to San Pablo smog! Bonus, if it’s still available find the coupon on their website and don’t forget to tip. He will try not letting you but this guy deserves it!Services: Smog certification
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November 2022 by Zee F.
I regularly go there. The most I've had to wait is 5 minutes. The staff is courteous and efficient. The pricing is upfront and competitive. They work quickly - the test is finished within 10-12 minutes and I'm on my way. It has always been a pleasant experience. Thank you to San Pablo Smog Test Center - I plan on continue supporting you in the future!
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November 2022 by TopShelf Agronomy
These guys are awesome they got to my car instantly. Super friendly and very professional! They also smog rvs+!! I brought my 31fter in
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September 2022 by Elizabeth D.
Save yourself some stress and find another smog center. After swearing and yelling at the people before me telling them to leave, the owner applied the same tactics to me. He swore at me repeatedly and told me to get out. Kinda over-the/top aggression for just trying to get a smog. So I'm at another shop nearby right now. $30. cheaper too. Good grief. Skip this spot.
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September 2022 by Karl He
No wait when I arrived on a weekday afternoon. Fast service and clear pricing.
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August 2022 by Simone Nageon
Amazing experience. Fast and reasonably priced smog test. Cute garden with turtles to sit in while you wait. Frequently and helpful staff. 10/10 will always come back
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August 2022 by Greg Baker
Impatient jerks who don’t listen, and then tell you you’re not listening. Literally hung up the phone on me before I could explain what I needed help with, since starting my car would risk the check engine light coming on. They just want their 59.99 and probably don’t live in this neighborhood.
