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Dennis Auto Repair Inc

Auto repair shop · Fresno, CA

4.7 ★★★★★ 384 Google reviews · 19 photos
90%five-star reviews
89%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Dennis Auto Repair Inc at a glance

Customers frequently praise the shop for its friendly staff, clean facility, and clear communication regarding vehicle issues. Many highlight the convenience of shuttle services and the honesty of the recommendations provided. However, several low-star reviews criticize the pricing, specifically noting that diagnostic fees and repair estimates were significantly higher than those at other local shops, leading some to feel overcharged for services that resulted in no repairs or incomplete diagnostics.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 384 reviews (90% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 384 Google reviews (308 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 89% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 1, 2026.
  • Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Fresno, California.

Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.

Star ratings

384 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars34490%
  • 4 stars144%
  • 3 stars82%
  • 2 stars31%
  • 1 star154%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 308 written reviews

  • Praise51597%
  • Complaints183%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude14126%
  • Honesty & trust9518%
  • Quality & results8917%
  • Price & value6713%
  • Speed & response5510%
  • Would recommend5510%
  • Communication316%

What customers talk about

We read 308 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “As is the case for the last 40 years Dennis is the most reputable and professionally auto repair person ever.”
    “I don't know if they were swamped today or what but it was rude.”
  • “It’s a clean shop and the owners and employees are extremely genuine.”
  • “They do great work and have excellent customer service.”
    “Either Dennis is selling poor quality gas caps, their machine is faulty or I don't really need a gas cap?”
  • “You get what you pay for in anything so I would say the price was reasonable based on fuel costs and the economy right now.”
    “trust him for a honest smog now I guess I need a transmission he is over priced I wont be back any more guess I have to find a new smog shop and a ne…”
  • “I scheduled an appointment for a transmission service and they took care of it promptly when I arrived, got me in and out quickly.”
  • “Highly recommend great people anybody wants a good mechanic take it to the they're Fair honest reliable good people and good work”
    “I RECOMMEND NOT GOING HERE”
  • “…emely disappointing and no repairs took place, they took the time to explain what everything meant and even answered my other questions with patience.…”

People customers mention

  • Trevor 22 reviews
  • Colleen 17 reviews
  • Coleen 7 reviews
  • Jose 3 reviews
  • Automotive 3 reviews
  • Jeep 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 384 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Keith Kingston2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Keith has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I scheduled an appointment for a transmission service and they took care of it promptly when I arrived, got me in and out quickly. Great service.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Transmission
Stan Spurling1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Stan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

As is the case for the last 40 years Dennis is the most reputable and professionally auto repair person ever. I have recommended him to many of my colleagues in the education field ( of which I have been thanked many times). He has earned a five star + rating from me

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Auto windshield repair
Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Stan, your loyalty over 40 years truly speaks volumes about Dennis’s dedication and skill. We strive to maintain that high standard of trust and professionalism with every repair.

Meg BLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Meg has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Everyone here is kind, friendly, & trustworthy. I really appreciate knowing that my car is in good hands here. Thank you.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you for your 5 star review. We're happy to hear we have earned your trust and we look forward to seeing you next time!

Bruce Troutman9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bruce has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They do great work and have excellent customer service. You get what you pay for in anything so I would say the price was reasonable based on fuel costs and the economy right now. I like them because they provide me peace of mind, especially when it comes to my wife’s car.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Auto brake repair, Tire rotations, Oil change
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Bruce, we’re happy to hear our team’s work and customer service bring you peace of mind, especially for your wife’s car. Thank you for recognizing the value we strive to provide amid today’s economic challenges. Your trust means a lot to us!

Peter Holmes (Skip)Local Guide · 218 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Peter has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Would not take my vehicles anywhere else. Dennis and Trevor do great work and always stand behind it .

Response from the owner · 7 years ago

Thank you for your loyalty, Peter!

Shelley2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shelley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They did a great job, after what I thought was a very strange and frustrating experience at another, cheaper auto shop, i brought my car to Dennis Auto Repair. They were done the very next morning, their findings and scan results were color coded from most to least important and detailed but still clear. Plus, even though the results were extremely disappointing and no repairs took place, they took the time to explain what everything meant and even answered my other questions with patience. I will absolutely come back in the future!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Shelley, we appreciate you trusting us after that tough experience. Taking the time to explain everything clearly is something we’re proud of—glad it made a difference!

Linda Sigler2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Linda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We were having problems with smogging our car...but they were able to do it for us...thank you so very much...

Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you Linda for your review. We appreciate your business, and it was good news that your low mileage Monte Carlo passed the Emission test.

Angelica Luna2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angelica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Buenas tardes!! Quiero comunicar. Mi deception en este taller. Fui por problemas en mi troca de GMC y me dijeron que era el radiator! Y lo pusieron! Mi troca Siii haciendo lo mismo y fui y el sr! Me dijo que ya era otra parte. La primera vez. Me cobró 2,6000 después quería cobrarme otros 2.300 Me moleste y la lleve a otro. Taller y el Mecanico dijo que era la transmission Voy a regresar a recover aunque sea parte del dinero Yo iva sola. Y se sprovecho está Persona de mi. Es mi primera vez que iva a un taller. Muy mala experience!!!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Good morning Angelica, On April 30th you brought your truck to check for a cooling system leak and the engine overheating. You stated you been adding water to the radiator. You approved the cooling system repairs. We verified there were no further leaks and no further overheating issues. June 9th you returned the truck to have the air conditioner check and a drivability concern. There were no problems found with the air conditioner. My technician test drove the vehicle with you for your drivability concern. It was determined you had a shifting issue with the transmission. We performed a full system scan to check all modules in your truck, and no codes were present. We inspected the transmission fluid level and found the level low. You stated the Dealership recently serviced your transmission, and you declined our recommendations.

Kevin Terrey7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Our second time visiting Dennis Auto Repair. First time was 3 years ago with our son's truck. Great service then and now. Last week our daughter was visiting from out of state and her check engine light came on during her travels home. They squeezed her car in with no promises. After having her car 2 days they had completed all safety checks and looked at all concerns. Back on the road and all is good. She made it home to Eugene today with no car problems. Thanks Jose and Team!

Response from the owner · a month ago

Kevin, it’s fantastic to hear we could help your daughter’s car get back on the road safely, just like we did with your son’s truck years ago. Jose and the team take pride in thorough, timely service—glad it made a difference during her trip home to Eugene.

Jeanina Dominie12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jeanina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I use this business for eight years or so when I’ve always been happy with their work. It’s a clean shop and the owners and employees are extremely genuine. And they are family owned. They are amazing.

  • Services: Oil change
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you Jeanina for a awesome review! We appreciate the opportunity to change your engine oil & oil filter on your 2021 Durango.

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