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December 2023 by Ben Canon
I try to do most of the repair and maintenance my car needs myself. Up until my last move into an area with a strict HOA, it's been me on my back with a wrench in the driveway. A friend of mine suggested I look for a DIY garage. Shadetree was the first result from Google, and I'm glad it was.The owner, Rick, was very patient with me as I adjusted to the wonders of having a lift and air tools. I walked away with the impression that Rick really cares about this business. The shop was clean, the tools were organized and in good working order, and the price was more than fair. I will definitely be going back.
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November 2023 by John Aviles
This is all hands down the only legit DIY garage in the Northeast. I live in NYC and have gone to places in the Bronx, NJ and even as far as Virginia looking for a place that doesn't have some defect. They're all the same. Either some paranoid place that watches over you like a Soviet prison guard, or a spot that doesn't have their act together and feels sketchy. So I see this place Shadetree Garage getting ready to see the next defect. Spolier: I never found one. Pull up to the shop and it looks like any professional mechanic shop with 3 bays. Guy who owns the shop is Rick. He's too nice so I figured he's got to have an angle. Little did I know the angle is running a good business and getting lifetime customers. He'll get you set up and let you do your thing. No gimmicks, no games. I needed help once with an axle issue (yeah, it's Johnny Axle) and he advised and helped when I thought it was game over. I could go on all day, but long story short, this is the only real spot in range of the DC/Philly/NYC area. Take it from a guy who learned the hard way and go here first.
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November 2023 by Paul Whiting
Best DIY Garage around! Rick was extremely helpful and has the tools to get everything done. I was able to switch out my axle and change my transmission fluid in no time. This is perfect to help me with my project car and I'll be returning for sure. It's worth the drive, wherever you may be coming from. If you get stuck or if anything looks questionable, Rick is there drop some tips and tricks! Thanks a lot!
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September 2023 by Clint Schad
Spent two days unsuccessfully trying to remove a cv axle and decided to find a place with a lift. Booked an appointment and got the job done in half a day. Rick was able to help me remove the axle, and if it wasn't for him, I'd still be trying to pull out the axle or having to admit defeat and send it to a shop. Clean shop, great owner, good vibes, and plenty of tools.
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September 2023 by Ally S
The absolute best place to go for all your auto DIY repairs. Rick has all the tools and equipment you need to fix anything on your car. He is pleasant and the rates are reasonable. I highly recommend this garage.Services: General repairs & maintenance
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July 2023 by john waz
I was thinking of this concept an wondering why nobody ever did this, googled it an was shocked to find one in pa. 36 an hour, all tools are provided, call in advance for they can get busy on weekends, located in a beautiful area with super nice people. Its good for any repairs, but really saves money on those nickle an dime repairs that require 40 mins that mechanics hit you for 3 hours. Clean garage, clean wide assortment of tools, be prepared to sign a waiver though
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June 2023 by Patriots
SHOUT OUT TO PENNSYLVANIA PEOPLE and surrounding areas of MONT ALTO, PA. DIY Garage that you can tow your AUTOMOBILE TO and get it repaired. YOU can order parts from local parts stores and can have them delivered. My experience: Planned out, I Ordered a GMC 6-speed transmission from Florida, had it delivered to the Shade Tree garage, Rick signed for it put it aside, and called me when it got there. smooth sailing from there... never had it easier than having a lift to change out the transmission. at the end of the day, I didn't feel any pain and was relaxed unlike prior to doing the project. Much better using a lift than working on your backout in the yard or street... been there done that.Mont Alto, Pennsylvania 4 stall, DIY Garage Loaded with every tool he could find, especially the specialty tools to get the job done easily and quickly in those awkward tight spots. 10klbs. Lifts as well. Rick Lee, Owner, is a great guy and his experience is invaluable when you're stuck or do not know there is a specialty tool that can help you do something easier, ask he's got it. he even helped me with a few things and LENT me his Jeep to ride back to the motel I was at for the night to finish the job the next day. That is CONSIDERATION THOUGHTFULNESS, KIND, and TRUST we the people need more people like him and DIY garages like this around.Mont Alto, PA est 20 miles from the Maryland border, and worth the ride if you can do the work and save money.Service: Transmission
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May 2023 by Karamveer Gill
The selflessness and kindness that Rick lives up to every day is something every gearhead aspires to achieve. Meeting him and having someone to show such unconditional support to something I believed in, was truly a breath of fresh air. Thank you to Shadetree Garage DIY for allowing people to learn and help themselves. Clean garage with reasonable prices that's close enough to the greater DMV area. Will definitely be back!Service: Steering & suspension replacement
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May 2023 by Amir Parsa Paydar
Awsome place. Awsome people. Have all the tools that youll need and will advise you if your not sure of anything. Be sure to be polite and clean and youll never go to a mechanic shop again.
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March 2023 by Philip Mahar
Visited this shop a few times; I received terrific help from Rick in terms of experience and support. I plan to rely upon his skills and tools in the future!
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February 2023 by Mark Kubiak
This shop has saved me thousands in labor. Rick is a great guy who is willing to give a second hand, help if you're stuck, or give a qualified second look at a potential issue. Going here has been a fantastic learning experience for me while maintaining the first car I care about. The shop is incredibly well stocked (lifts, engine hoist, tire balancer, air tools) and you can arrive with no tools on hand.
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November 2022 by Damian
Best DIY garage in the area! Had my first visit today, very professional environment, reasonable prices, and many tools are available to use if you do not have the right ones. Extremely convenient for DIY car projects!My friend and I completed the work much quicker than would've been possible without Shadetree's car lift bay. No one likes sliding underneath the car without any room to move, the lift shaved hours off our time.Rick, who I believe is the owner, was professional, friendly, and a great guy overall! He offered us quick advice when he had a moment and and made the whole experience a breeze. Definitely will be back ?Service: Exhaust
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November 2022 by jim ruff
If you like the feeling of doing your own car repairs and the knowing that a repair or maintenance was done correctly (or just done), this is the place to go. Rick, the owner, is there to show you where all the tools are and get the vehicle on the lift. He’s got everything you need, unless you’re doing bodywork. He’ll even give you pointers if you are unfamiliar with the repair. And the rates are very reasonable. I can’t say enough good things about this place and Rick. I’ve been heading out there from the Baltimore area and the 50+ mile trip is worth it! So far I’ve replaced wheel bearings, front brake pads and rotors, brake master cylinder and booster, sway bar end links and squeezed in an oil and filter change and rotated the tires. I wouldn’t have done all this if it wasn’t worth it. And it it sooo much better than trying to do it in the driveway. So go and give it a try. If you’ve done the repair before - it will be easier, and if you haven’t - you’ll have Rick to keep you on point.Service: General repairs & maintenance
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November 2022 by Amir O
Rick & Debra are just wonderful, loving, extremely kind people. Well run business they treat you like family. Rick always help, and advice you on what you need. Long live Rick & Debra you guys are awesome.
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November 2022 by Robert Strawser
Great guy, always helpful an knowledgeable..would reccomend if your mechanically inclined an like to do your own work..an very fair prices
