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Cost guide Auto repair shops · Cost guide # Auto repair shops in Topeka: 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 Topeka 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 Topeka list Auto repair shops, Topeka | Business | Price level | Estimates | Rating | |---|---|---|---| | [Certified Transmission](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-b7e0359f17ba5fa9/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.9 | | [Performance Tire & Auto](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-2f0b5b4832fc16e9/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.9 | | [Hogan Muffler & Brake](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-a87ea2aea0042652/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.9 | | [Performance Auto Care of Topeka](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-68928cdddc7defd6/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.9 | | [AAMCO Transmissions](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-446bf141a4bea061/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.8 | | [Yingling's Auto Service](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-a1ab1bd8c76a8f6d/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.7 | | [Performance Tire and Auto](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-a348bbf9672e4b0b/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.7 | | [Briggs Dodge Ram Fiat Service Center](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-28a04309c30f52f4/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.5 | | [Automotion](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-524c4f86dcd1a787/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.8 | | [Doug's Service Center](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-19aeab35b551d7ef/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.7 | On a phone, swipe the table sideways to see every column. [Read the Topeka auto repair shops list](https://readthelocallist.com/topeka/best-auto-repair-shops/) Your questions ## Cost questions answered ### How did the editors choose these auto repair shops in Topeka? Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 49 auto repair shops for Topeka. ### Which of these auto repair shops in Topeka has the best reviews? Certified Transmission has a 4.9 rating from 478 public reviews, the highest on this page. ### Which of these auto repair shops has the most reviews? Briggs Dodge Ram Fiat Service Center, with 760 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 Topeka? 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. - 2,032 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 - 61.9 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 - 125,795 Topeka 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 - -0.6% Population change since 2020 (from 126,609 (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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