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Cost guide Auto repair shops · Cost guide # Auto repair shops in Dubuque: the cost guide Where the money goes, what moves the price and what to ask before you sign. By **the editors of The Local List** Updated November 4, 2026 Two quotes for the same job in Dubuque can look nothing alike, even from two good companies. Most of the gap comes down to scope, materials and how much of the paperwork the company handles for you. The costs ## What moves the price 1. **Scope.** Size, materials and finish matter more than anything else. Ask every company to price the same scope. 2. **Access and site conditions.** Narrow access, old equipment to remove or surprises found on site add time and cost. 3. **Permits and inspections.** Ask whether the quote includes permit fees and who deals with the inspector. 4. **Warranty.** A longer written warranty often costs a little more up front and less later. Who charges what ## Price level of the businesses on our Dubuque list Auto repair shops, Dubuque | Business | Price level | Estimates | Rating | |---|---|---|---| | [Discount Tire](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-16b7f988ba2507f6/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.7 | | [Tandem Tire & Auto Service](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-3191701218c575c6/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.7 | | [Auto Dynamics Inc.](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-58c86d16c87be8a0/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.9 | | [Tandem Tire & Auto Service](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-7d33256881ab3eb5/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.8 | | [Meineke Car Care Center](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-adbfac9942c27eb6/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.5 | | [Donnie's Tire and Auto](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-79376265c0ae9269/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.9 | | [Vaughn's Automotive](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-cbefcc70e1fdc9c5/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.7 | | [Cedar Cross Service, Inc.](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-09c6d7c1c5f6abb3/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.8 | | [Pro Care Automotive](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-7ce8584b24192d45/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.8 | | [J's Performance](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-5ebeb72f6da8b3ac/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.7 | On a phone, swipe the table sideways to see every column. [Read the Dubuque auto repair shops list](https://readthelocallist.com/dubuque/best-auto-repair-shops/) Your questions ## Cost questions answered ### How did the editors choose these auto repair shops in Dubuque? Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 20 auto repair shops for Dubuque. ### Which of these auto repair shops in Dubuque has the best reviews? Donnie's Tire and Auto has a 4.9 rating from 48 public reviews, the highest on this page. ### Which of these auto repair shops has the most reviews? Discount Tire, with 238 public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs. ### Are these auto repair shops licensed? 10 of the 10 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check. ### How many quotes should I get for auto repair shops in Dubuque? Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request. ## Local facts Public records behind this guide. - 1,891 People per square mile Source: [Calculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025 - 31.3 sq mi Land area Source: [U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025 - 59,148 Dubuque residents Source: [U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · July 1, 2025 - -0.9% Population change since 2020 (from 59,671 (April 2020 base)) Source: [U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · 2020–2025 Our standards The same checks apply to every business, paying or not. 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