Smog Time

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  Caleb Espinoza
a week ago
Very fast, guy was friendly, had two people in front of me and was still in and out in about 15 mins. Highly recommended for smog.

  Yousuf Mohammed
a month ago
I brought an old restore car to him, making it clear I was trying to fix it and restore it to the way it was in the 80s, but that I didn't even know where to start to smog or fix it. I asked him if it was a test only and it wouldn't be reported, just a check and see about repairs, but he tried to smog it and reported it all as a normal smog to the BAR. Now, instead of taking my newly restored, fully oem with California smog rated catalytic converter and everything, I have to spend 4 times as much AND wait 3 months out for the referee appointment. I would never take a car to this guy ever again.

  Mike Gilliland
3 months ago
This place is great. Location is not the best unfortunately but the guys there were fast and nice. Handled my smog check super quick and I was on my way. Will recommend to anyone

  Victoria Zhang
2 months ago
AJ was amazing super professional, speedy and friendly! Even as a walk in, I was in and out in under 30 minutes!! Highly recommend :)

  Rudy Ornelas
5 years ago
The technitian was fast n friendly! This has to be easiest thing to do, I just booked online then showed up the next day at opening and was out in under 15min min flat. Really nice spot tucked in near the place they make cement. I used navigation, for sure.

  kiki jade
5 months ago
Was asked to wait 15 min for lunch break, okay sure. Guy leaves me in the waiting room for 45 minutes and never comes back. I go outside and see him walking off the property. Annoying. He s the only one there so there s no one else to help me. I left. What a joke of a business and waste of time. Don t bother with this place.

  Aaron Espenscheid
6 months ago
Excellent service. JC stopped what he was doing to immediately check on me and get my smog check done in less than 15 minutes. Very polite and efficient staff. Highly recommend.

  Reel Outlaws Fishing
a month ago
Top Notch spot! Great customer service AJ! Fast in and fast out!

  Russell Steele
3 months ago
They got me in right away and got my car done right away and the person doing it was very nice

  Ron Sharp
2 months ago
Great place! To get your car smogged! It's fast comfortable and fair

  y law
5 months ago
Very kind with explaining this process, we're new. We came in on a Monday morning, super quick.

  Conrad Gallegos
a month ago
Best place to come and get your car smog. The people there are very friendly

  Mary Lockwood
a year ago
This is the second time I went there. The first time was two years ago. There's no need to make appointment. They are not busy. I went there around lunch time and they were just finishing smoging a car. I only have to wait for 10-15 minutes for them to do mine. The waiting area is clean. The person there is very courteous. They take credit cards and Google Pay. I have a coupon so it's $48 including the certificate to DMV. Check Yelp, I think the special price is there too.Construction Circle is a loop. You can get there from Barranca or Warner. Use your GPS.

  Jess P
5 months ago
Fast and easy smog check service, thank you for all the help and compassion today!!

  zara dabz
10 months ago
Felix was so kind and thorough, and we were in and out in no time! He made getting a smog check easy, and I am so grateful to him and the Smog Time team!

  Peggy Carey
a year ago
Smog Time is an excellent smog facility. They are fast and efficient. No appointment necessary and reasonable pricing. 5 stars in my book!!!

  Justin Gerber
5 years ago
I found a deal on yelp that charged $24 instead of the regular price. Next, I called and made a 1:00 PM appointment and mentioned the deal. They said that they reserved a 1:00 PM appointment for me and that they would honor the deal. When I arrived at 12:55 PM there were two people in line in front of me. The appointment time means nothing. Both people in front of me got their vehicles checked first. Finally, when it was time to pay they tried to charge me full price. I mentioned the yelp deal, and I ultimately paid $24. However, the entire experience felt sleazy. They also need to clean the waiting area. The chairs look like they have been there for decades.Suggestions:1) Have real appointment windows2) Charge people the correct amount3) Buy new chairs4) Work on the communication skills

  S V
2 years ago
I took an appointment and was there 10 mins early. The old guy there said they don't take appointments. it is first come first server always. our website it not updated. He also mentioned that he told the owner, Malik, and his manager to take off the appointment option but they don't listen.This facility has displayed some technicians license info on the wall, but they don't seem to work there.They old guy said, he only work there .... not sure if he is certified technician or have proper license to work. There is no info available.not willing to support such business practice. I will stay away.Service: Smog certification

  Andie Nugent Suratt
3 years ago
I made an online appointment to get a smog check and received an email confirmation of my appointment. I arrived about 10 minutes before my appointment and went into the office to check in. I stood there for 15 minutes before anyone came to talk to me. When someone finally came to the desk, I said I had an appointment at 1pm for a smog check. The man told me they weren't taking appointments, and that I had to wait while 3-4 other walk-ins got helped first, and they only had one person working that day. It you aren't going to honor appointments, then don't offer customers the option of making appointments! It was clearly going to take a long time, so I left and will get the smog check elsewhere. Prices also weren't available on the website and when I arrived I saw their price list and it seemed expensive (~$70 for a Rav4) compared to other local shops.

  thonee ordonez
2 years ago
Had my Smog check done that I have purchased from Groupon. They didnt require an appointment but i suggest calling first, the mechanic JC helped me, hes very friendly. The whole smog check was done in 10-15mins. I will definitely come back and recommend this place to my family and friends.

  Kelli Kozak
7 months ago
I only bring vehicles to this location. Fast and friendly. Exceptionally knowledgeable.Service: Smog certificationService: Smog certification

  Ali Banava
11 months ago
Excellent and very fast service. Super friendly owner/staff. Highly recommended.

  Jesse Walters
3 years ago
The gentleman was very polite and professional. Something seemed off though when I signed the paperwork...I had purchased a Groupon which gave me a discount. I also read the "fine print" of the deal Groupon provided and yes, there was a statement about suv, trucks, RV's, etc having a $10 extra cost (this was posted at his site for RV's and heavy duty trucks but not SUV's, not in ANY capacity from what i could see). It went on to say '99 and older cars would have an extra $10 as well. His price board said the same but my paper work said $10 extra for 2000 and newer vehicle. So what, $10 for '99 and older vehicles (posted) and $10 for 2000 and newer vehicles (not posted)? Like what the heck man. I feel duped. I feel he wouldn't have changed the 2000 and newer fee had i not brought in the Groupon. But who knows... The fine print listed it an extra cost that i fit in so i guess I'm good.It would be nice to have the price wall match the costs listed on Groupon or match what the paper work says for that matter! LOLIn any case, 5 stars and THANK YOU for the FAST turn around!!

  Walter Macalma
8 years ago
Sorry for the 1 stop and review, it s not my style, but I doubt I ll be using them again.I was a little behind on my registration and recently had my check engine light go off so I tried for the smog (testing with the maintenance light or check engine light on will auto fail). Came in her with a coupon only to realize the yelp check in offer was a better deal. In and out in 15 minutes. It s a bare bones operation with 3 tech s and 1 front office person, 4 chairs, mags and a tiny office. It can t even be considered a reception area, just a waiting area.When I say bare bones so is the garage, no posters, no decorations, basically looks like a pop up shop in a way. Front desk is friendly, but tech s are not.Service is 1st come 1st serve, even though they take reservations it s usually not busy. The key is to get in here and get out, once your waiting in line it loses the value. They have other locations. Test Only.For $20 they ll do your registration there instead of sending it in and waiting, even though their reporting is electronic, it s not like the DMV suddenly releases registration unless both are cleared.

  Thomas Houston
4 years ago
Made an online appointment for the oil change days before. I got there 10 minutes before the appointment time but they didn t accept my car. They said I should have called to make the appointment instead doing it online , even though I had an email confirmation.Not going back.

  Godfrey Hom
3 years ago
They did quick work. In and out. But the surprise was that my Groupon did not cover all of the charges. There is an additional $10 labor charge and the $8.25 certificate fee. Beware.

  Margaret Hennessey
4 years ago
I was given a phenomenal smog deal that was less then 1/2 % off!! Not going to lie, the deal is what reeled me like a fish in and found them .. While I felt guilty because I ve always been loyal to my smog guy I ve used for years, I ve moved and this location is only a couple of milJudging by the place filling up with customers all at same time, this is the popular place to go.That s a good sign of being reputable.Thank you JC!

  Stacy Shipman
a year ago
Fantastic service. Was in and out in 15 minutes. The gentleman working there was knowledgeable and friendly. Would highly recommend.

  david Trautt
11 months ago
Fast service, found a small problem that once fixed increased the gas mileage 2-3 miles a gallon, no charge for second test.

  ASLI
8 years ago
I give 5 out of 5 to this place. Not only I found the price reasonable but also are they very quick. Felix helped me with the smog test and gave me $10 off discount. he is super nice and helpful. I am glad it is over as quickly as it could be. Thanks Felix!!