Transmission Repair Shop Tips: Should You Wait at the Shop for Repairs?

Jul 27
08:10

2011

Andrew Stratton

Andrew Stratton

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Before you get your car fixed at a transmission repair shop, you should know whether to stick around in the waiting room or get dropped off at home. Consider these details before deciding.

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If you plan to take your car to a transmission repair shop,Transmission Repair Shop Tips: Should You Wait at the Shop for Repairs? Articles you may be wondering how long it will be until you have a vehicle again. Your repairman should be able to offer an estimate, which will probably depend on whether he has all the parts, and how many other cars need to be fixed. If the answer is that it can be fixed the same day, your main decision to make is whether you should stay and wait around, or drop off the vehicle and go home or to work. There are a few things to consider before deciding.

Some shops offer a free ride service, which means that an employee can pick you up from your house and take you to the business, and then drop you off at home if you cannot wait. However, this usually depends on how busy the company is, as they might not be able to spare employees when they have lots of cars to be fixed. In addition, some shops do not offer this service at all, so find out. If you really need to get home while your car is at the transmission repair shop, you can always get a cab or ride the bus, or even have a friend or family member give you a ride.

Another consideration to make is the state of the waiting room. Some shops have a barren, boring room, with a few basic chairs and some outdated newspapers or magazines. You will probably be quickly convinced to go home when you see this type of room. On the other hand, you may be pleasantly surprised since some waiting areas have lots of current magazines and newspapers that you have not read yet, as well as a few televisions with cable or movies. They sometimes also feature wireless Internet so that you can go online with your laptop, though some even have a couple of computers for use, too. In addition, you may find a transmission repair shop that has refreshments, such as bottled water, soda, or coffee and snacks, such as candy or donuts. This way, you feel welcome to spend several hours at the business while you wait for your vehicle.

You should also think about the distance from your house before you decide whether to stay or go. If it is in walking distance, then the trip home may be a good, simple workout. If it is far from your home, but close to other things to do, consider heading off to these places instead of trying to get a ride home. For example, you may be able to go to the store and pick up a few things, or hang out at a nearby bar, cafe, or restaurant so you are comfortable and entertained while you wait.

The best way to make a decision is to ask the manager of the transmission repair shop for a good estimate of how long you can expect to wait. If it is days, then the decision is easy, while a few hours or even most of the day may be worth sticking around for while the car is fixed.