Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment

Auto Service, Auto Mufflers, Auto Tires

About us

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Business highlights

79 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Brake Pad Replacement, New Brake Installation, Computerized Wheel Alignments, Catalytic Converter Tests, Exhaust Inspections, Custom Exhausts, CV Axles, Hub & Wheel Bearings, Vehicle Suspension Repairs, Shock Absorbers & Struts, Oil, Lube & Filter Service.

Amenities

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Reviews

4.614 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
79%
4
14%
3
0%
2
0%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.5
professionalism
4.5
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.5
Showing 1-14 of 14 reviews

John G.
11/2016
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
Started on time (appointment). Ended on time (under an hour). Price same as estimate. Documentation of before and after specs.
Description of Work: Alignment of front wheels

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$45

Barbara A.
08/2016
5.0
muffler repair
  + -1 more
Bob was wonderful on the phone, and Gary was amazing to deal with. The whole team was gracious, speedy, and thorough. I wish they were here, where we live, instead of in San Diego! They would be our go- to shop. Really, we were blown away, And can't say enough good things about the folks at Dual tone!
Description of Work: Welded a part of the exhaust system that had suddenly broken, causing a huge racket, poor performance, and poorer mileage. It was a busy Saturday for them, and it was an hour before closing, but they were so kind to us, seeing that we were due to travel back to Tucson. They squeezed us in, no waiting, got it done with a smile, and advised us in some additional items that could use some work once we got home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

Aaron P.
08/2015
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Dottie & Lloyd B.
02/2013
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I got a little work done on the car. We had something done four or five years ago, and went back and had the breaks checked. They took it all apart and took an hour or two checking everything and as we had work done earlier everything was fine and there was no charge. They were thorough. They were very nice. They were very polite. They were professional. They had everything cleaned. We are happy with them. They do not try to charge you a bunch. They are pretty good.
Description of Work: I used Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment for break check of our car.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

CHRISTINE F.
12/2012
4.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I originally took the 4runner in for brakes in February but was having trouble stopping so we took it back. I was told the front brakes had to be redone (at the establishment's cost) but the back brakes also needed to be changed. I am happy Dualtone fixed the problem.
Description of Work: Front and back breaks were replaced and rotors were resurfaced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$185

Vittorio R.
09/2010
1.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
They used to be very good previously. I haven’t gone there in about three years because their service has gotten really bad. Their price was more than twice as the going rate would be for a standard work. I just got a run around when I asked questions and they got hostile.
Description of Work: I used Dualtome Alignment Brakes & Mufflers for muffler.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Martha O.
06/2010
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
It went well. They told me I didn't need an item listed on the original estimate and lowered the price. They gave me a senior discount.
Description of Work: two lower strut mounts and two front struts. Alignment

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$573.16

Wendy B.
03/2009
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
I would highly recommend them. They stand behind their work. It has been 6 months since my brake job, but they fixed the brakes today and changed my burned out brake light (without me asking) for no charge!
Description of Work: In August, they did the brakes (front and rear pads and new rotors) and an alignment on my Honda Accord. I have gone to them everytime I have needed brakes for the past 10 years. They are very honest. Today I went in because my brakes did not feel right. They test drove my car, diagnosed the problem, fixed it and even changed a burned out brake light for no charge!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Wayne H.
03/2009
5.0
muffler repair
  + -1 more
I called Wednesday for a Saturday appointment. I was told there are no appts given on Saturday. It is first come first served. I dropped in shortly after opening and was put right on a lift. The craftsman who fixed up my little car, Richard- I believe, was right out and under it to assess the work needed. He had a cheerful estimation and explination of what he would do and told me it would be done in approx. 45 min. When I returned from a nice morning walk the car was waiting for inspection. Richard wanted to show me his work and get my approval prior to lowering the car. The folks here seem to enjoy thier work and the peoiple they work with.
Description of Work: Re positioning the muffler and fabricating a new tail piece.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

CHARLES S.
09/2007
5.0
muffler repair
  + -1 more
This was a simple muffler replacement. Arrival to departure was 30-40 minutes. I don't know how to say too much about this company. I've been going to them for over 30 years for exhaust system work and I started going because a coworker refereed me. In this particular case, I was hearing a funny sound that I had never heard before. I suspected that it might be the muffler, even though I couldn't find any holes in it or in any of the pipes. The worker was able to reproduce the sound almost immediately and diagnose that the muffler had just fallen apart internally. He also said that the rest of the exhaust system was fine, so it wouldn't have to be replaced.
Description of Work: Diagnosed and replaced a muffler that died of old age.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$135

MARY K.
07/2006
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
They were very cheap fixing it. They looked over my car to see if there were any other problems. They are very honest.
Description of Work: They found a problem with the front end (to replace a nut and did alignment).

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

MURRAY L.
10/2004
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
WE TOOK OUR FORD TAURUS TO DUALTONE TO HAVE THE BRAKES INSPECTED BECAUSE OF BRAKE VIBRATION. AFTER THEY HAD A CHANCE TO INSPECT THE BRAKES WE WERE TOLD THAT THE WORK WOULD BE MORE EXTENSIVE THAN WE THOUGHT. WE WERE GIVEN THE OPTION OF LEAVING THE CAR OVERNIGHT OR GETTING IT LATER IN THE DAY. THEY WERE VERY PROMPT AND THE CAR WAS READY AT 10:00 AM THE NEXT DAY WHEN THEY SAID IT WOULD BE.
Description of Work: BRAKE INSPECTION BECAUSE OF VIBRATION. MACHINED ROTORS, INSTALLED FRONT WHEEL AND REAR WHEEL PADS. FLUSHED BRAKE FLUID.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$418.05

SUSAN P.
10/2004
5.0
auto repair
  + -1 more
THESE PEOPLE ARE SO NICE, THAT THE ONE TIME A PIECE THAT THEY WERE WAITING FOR TOOK LONGER THAN EXPECTED, THE OWNER GAVE ME HIS CAR TO PICK UP A CHILD AT SCHOOL! THEY ARE SO HONEST AND ONLY DO WHAT IS NECESSARY.
Description of Work: I HAVE GONE THERE MANY TIMES. SOMETIMES I LEAVE AND DON'T PAY A PENNY, BECAUSE THEY TOLD ME MY CAR DID NOT NEED AN ALIGNMENT. WE HAVE HAD BRAKES DONE AND ALIGNMENTS AT THIS BUSINESS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$50

AMY K.
10/2004
4.0
muffler repair
  + -1 more
THE PRICE WAS ABOUT AVERAGE. I HAD HEARD THEY DO GOOD WORK AND THAT THEY HAVE BEEN IN BUSINESS A LONG TIME. THE INSTALLATION WAS DONE WELL, BUT THEY TOOK 2 DAYS TO DO THE JOB (ESTIMATED 1 DAY) AND THEIR WORKERS ARE NOT VERY HELPFUL IF YOU ASK QUESTIONS.
Description of Work: INSTALLED FLOWMASTER EXHAUST IN 1995 CHEVY PICKUP TRUCK.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

    Contact information

    4745 Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109

    www.dualtoneauto.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    Licensing

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    Service Categories

    Auto Service,
    Auto Mufflers,
    Auto Tires

    FAQ

    Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment accepts the following forms of payment: Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment offers free project estimates.
    No, Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment does not offer emergency services.
    No, Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment does not offer warranties.
    Dualtone Muffler Brake & Alignment offers the following services: Brake Pad Replacement, New Brake Installation, Computerized Wheel Alignments, Catalytic Converter Tests, Exhaust Inspections, Custom Exhausts, CV Axles, Hub & Wheel Bearings, Vehicle Suspension Repairs, Shock Absorbers & Struts, Oil, Lube & Filter Service.

    Contact information

    4745 Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109

    www.dualtoneauto.com

    Service hours

    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM