Mobile auto repair services, done at your location
Frank's Automotive Garage LLC brings shop-quality diagnostics and repair to your driveway, job site, or roadside across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. Below is the full list of services by vehicle type. If you don't see what you need, call and Frank will tell you straight whether it's something he can handle on-site.
Cars & Light Trucks
From a dead battery in a driveway to a check-engine light before a road trip, Frank handles daily-driver repair and maintenance on sedans, SUVs, and light trucks without a shop visit.
Engine Diagnostics & Check Engine Light
On-site scan tool diagnostics to pinpoint check engine lights, misfires, and performance issues before they become expensive repairs.
Oil Change & Fluid Services
Full synthetic, synthetic-blend, or conventional oil changes plus top-offs and flushes for coolant, brake, transmission, and power steering fluid.
Brake Inspection & Repair
Pad, rotor, and caliper inspection and replacement, done in your driveway to the same torque specs a shop would use.
Battery Replacement
Load-tested battery diagnosis and replacement, including terminal cleaning and a charging system check, so a dead battery doesn't strand you twice.
Alternator & Starter Repair
Charging and starting system diagnostics with same-visit alternator or starter replacement for cars that won't start or won't stay running.
Suspension & Steering
Struts, shocks, ball joints, and tie rods inspected and replaced to fix pulling, bouncing, or uneven tire wear.
Transmission Service
Fluid and filter service for automatic and manual transmissions to protect against slipping, hard shifts, and premature wear.
AC Recharge & Repair
Refrigerant recharge, leak detection, and compressor diagnostics to get cold air back before the next heat wave.
Timing Belt / Chain Service
Manufacturer-interval timing belt and chain replacement to prevent the catastrophic engine damage a snapped belt can cause.
Pre-Purchase Inspection
An independent, bumper-to-bumper inspection at the seller's location before you commit to a used vehicle.
Diesel
Diesel pickups, vans, and light diesel equipment get the same on-site attention, from fuel system work to DPF and turbo diagnostics, without a trip to a diesel specialty shop.
Diesel Engine Diagnostics
Heavy-duty diagnostic scanning for diesel-specific fault codes across pickups, vans, and light diesel equipment.
Fuel Injector Service
Injector testing, cleaning, and replacement to restore lost power and fix rough idling or hard starts.
DPF Cleaning & Repair
Diesel particulate filter cleaning and regeneration service to clear warning lights and restore proper exhaust flow.
Glow Plug Replacement
Glow plug testing and replacement to fix hard cold-starts and white smoke on startup.
Turbocharger Inspection
Boost leak and turbo bearing inspection to catch failures early and avoid a full engine rebuild.
Diesel Oil & Filter Service
Heavy-duty oil and filter changes formulated for diesel engines and extended service intervals.
Exhaust System Repair
Diesel exhaust component repair, from clamps and piping to muffler and DPF housing work.
DEF System Service
Diesel exhaust fluid system diagnostics and refills to clear DEF-related warnings and derate conditions.
Equipment
When a machine is too big or too far to trailer, Frank comes to the job site for skid steers, excavators, generators, and other equipment that can't afford downtime.
Heavy Equipment Diagnostics
On-site diagnostics for skid steers, excavators, and other equipment that's too big or too far to trailer to a shop.
Hydraulic System Repair
Hydraulic hose, cylinder, and pump repair to get lifts, buckets, and attachments moving again.
Engine & Drivetrain Service
Engine and drivetrain repair for equipment engines, from small diesels to industrial gas engines.
Preventive Maintenance
Scheduled maintenance visits that catch wear items before they turn into a job-site breakdown.
Electrical System Repair
Wiring, sensor, and charging system diagnostics for equipment electrical faults.
Filter & Fluid Service
Hydraulic fluid, fuel filter, and air filter service to keep equipment running clean.
Equipment Pre-Purchase Inspection
An independent inspection before you buy used equipment, done wherever the machine sits.
Motorcycles
Touring bikes, cruisers, and sport bikes get seasonal service, brake and tire work, and running repairs wherever the bike is parked, with no drop-off and no waiting on a shop bay.
Engine Diagnostics
Diagnostic troubleshooting for motorcycle engines that won't start, stall, or run rough.
Oil & Filter Change
Motorcycle-specific oil and filter service using the oil grade your bike actually needs.
Brake Pad Replacement
Front and rear brake pad inspection and replacement for safe, confident stopping power.
Chain & Sprocket Service
Chain cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, and sprocket replacement to keep power delivery smooth.
Carburetor Cleaning
Carburetor cleaning and tuning for bikes with rough idle, stalling, or poor throttle response.
Battery Service
Motorcycle battery testing, charging, and replacement, including terminal and charging checks.
Tire Change & Balancing
Motorcycle tire mounting and balancing at your location for touring, cruiser, and sport bikes.
Pre-Season Inspection
A full spring wake-up inspection covering fluids, brakes, tires, and battery before the first ride.
Don't see your issue listed?
Frank works on far more than what fits on a page. Describe the problem through the quote form or give him a call. If it's outside what a mobile visit can handle, he'll tell you before you book anything.
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