Merrill Axle and Wheel Services Inc. is a trusted, family-owned alignment shop in Des Moines, operating since 1932. It is an old-school shop with great institutional knowledge and memory. The staff are the kindest and most understanding people to work with, known for their honest and professional service. They are experienced alignment specialists and mechanics who provide great, quick, and clean work. Customers highly recommend this shop for precision wheel alignments, even on lowered vehicles, and report vehicles feel much better after service. They are also experts in axle repairs, suspension work, and trailer service, including packing bearings and checking brakes. The shop offers great prices and comprehensive, reliable assessments, especially for issues like rust that others won't address. A potential downside is that they can be booked out a month for appointments, but customers are happy to wait for their quality workmanship. They are proud to support this local business with clear pride in their work.
Courtesy, prompt, informative and made suggestions, correction and will do more business in the future
May 2026
Quality of service unmatched in the industry. Great workmanship at a fair price that I drive clear from Omaha to receive!
May 2026
Great place. Got me in and fixed in 4 days. Other place said July. Couldn’t believe it. Better price and gave me a 24 month warranty on the work. Forever customer
