Auto Services Costs in Massachusetts
Verified cost ranges across cities in Massachusetts
Auto Services Cost Comparison — Massachusetts
Compare verified cost ranges across cities in Massachusetts
Cost Comparison — Oil Change
Low
$95
Typical
$115
High
$135
Low
$102
Typical
$124
High
$146
Low
$91
Typical
$110
High
$129
Low
$97
Typical
$117
High
$138
Low
$93
Typical
$113
High
$132
Low
$90
Typical
$109
High
$128
Cost Comparison — Wheel Alignment
Low
$38
Typical
$140
High
$242
Low
$41
Typical
$151
High
$261
Low
$37
Typical
$134
High
$232
Low
$39
Typical
$143
High
$248
Low
$37
Typical
$137
High
$238
Low
$36
Typical
$133
High
$230
Cost Comparison — Alternator Replacement
Low
$397
Typical
$860
High
$1,323
Low
$430
Typical
$931
High
$1,432
Low
$381
Typical
$826
High
$1,270
Low
$407
Typical
$881
High
$1,356
Low
$390
Typical
$846
High
$1,301
Low
$378
Typical
$818
High
$1,258
Cost Comparison — Timing Belt Replacement
Low
$550
Typical
$1,021
High
$1,493
Low
$595
Typical
$1,106
High
$1,616
Low
$528
Typical
$981
High
$1,434
Low
$563
Typical
$1,047
High
$1,531
Low
$540
Typical
$1,004
High
$1,468
Low
$523
Typical
$971
High
$1,420
Cost Comparison — Water Pump Replacement
Low
$261
Typical
$450
High
$639
Low
$282
Typical
$487
High
$691
Low
$250
Typical
$432
High
$613
Low
$267
Typical
$461
High
$655
Low
$256
Typical
$442
High
$628
Low
$248
Typical
$428
High
$607
Cost Comparison — Radiator Replacement
Low
$315
Typical
$529
High
$743
Low
$341
Typical
$573
High
$804
Low
$303
Typical
$508
High
$714
Low
$323
Typical
$542
High
$762
Low
$310
Typical
$520
High
$731
Low
$300
Typical
$503
High
$707
Cost Comparison — Head Gasket Repair
Low
$216
Typical
$497
High
$779
Low
$233
Typical
$538
High
$843
Low
$207
Typical
$478
High
$748
Low
$221
Typical
$510
High
$799
Low
$212
Typical
$489
High
$766
Low
$205
Typical
$473
High
$741
Cost Comparison — CV Axle Replacement
Low
$562
Typical
$855
High
$1,147
Low
$608
Typical
$925
High
$1,242
Low
$540
Typical
$821
High
$1,102
Low
$576
Typical
$876
High
$1,176
Low
$553
Typical
$840
High
$1,128
Low
$535
Typical
$813
High
$1,091
Cost Comparison — Auto Detailing
Low
$30
Typical
$390
High
$750
Low
$32
Typical
$422
High
$812
Low
$29
Typical
$375
High
$720
Low
$31
Typical
$400
High
$769
Low
$30
Typical
$384
High
$738
Low
$29
Typical
$371
High
$713
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All Auto Services Services
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Oil Change
Drain and replacement of engine oil and oil filter using conventional, synthetic blend, or full synthetic oil. Includes checking fluid levels and a basic visual inspection. Full synthetic costs more but extends intervals to 7,500–10,000 miles.
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Wheel Alignment
Computer-aided adjustment of wheel angles (camber, toe, caster) to manufacturer specifications to ensure straight tracking and even tire wear. Misalignment is caused by hitting potholes, curbs, or after suspension work.
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Alternator Replacement
Removal of the failed alternator and installation of a remanufactured or new unit to restore battery charging and electrical system function. Warning signs include battery warning light, dimming lights, and dead battery.
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Timing Belt Replacement
Replacement of the rubber timing belt that synchronizes the crankshaft and camshaft rotation. Typically replaced every 60,000 to 100,000 miles. A snapped belt can cause catastrophic engine damage in interference engines.
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Water Pump Replacement
Replacement of the engine water pump that circulates coolant through the cooling system. Often replaced simultaneously with the timing belt since both components are accessed together. Failure causes engine overheating.
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Radiator Replacement
Removal of the failed radiator and installation of a new or remanufactured unit to restore proper engine cooling. Radiators fail due to corrosion, physical damage, or plastic end-tank cracking. Overheating is the primary symptom.
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Head Gasket Repair
Removal of the cylinder head and replacement of the failed head gasket that seals the combustion chamber from coolant and oil passages. One of the most expensive engine repairs. Signs include white exhaust smoke, coolant loss, and overheating.
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CV Axle Replacement
Replacement of a damaged constant velocity (CV) axle shaft that transfers engine power to the drive wheels. A torn CV boot allows grease loss and joint failure. Clicking noise during turns is the primary warning sign.
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Auto Detailing
Thorough interior and exterior cleaning and reconditioning including hand wash, clay bar decontamination, machine polishing, wax or ceramic sealant application, vacuum, steam cleaning, and leather conditioning.