After going through school and learning to be an auto technician, Demeny Pollitt started looking back on all the times she'd been lied to. She realized that oftentimes, people are being told a different story about what is being fixed or what they are actually paying for. Wanting to change the industry, she opened Girlington Garage in 2008.
Consider this: a typical oil and filter change with synthetic oil can cost anywhere from $65 to $125. But if you fail to stick to the factory-recommended maintenance schedule, you could be stuck with an exponentially more expensive repair bill. For example, if you forgo oil changes, you will be on the fast track for engine repair and replacement, which can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $4,500. Skipping oil changes can leave your engine unprotected and at risk. Without a healthy flow of oil to lubricate the engine’s internal parts, heat and friction will cause your engine to self-destruct from the inside out. Fortunately, you can save yourself time and money by sticking to the factory-recommended maintenance schedule.
Oil Change
Undoubtedly, the most important step to protect your vehicle is to have regular factory-recommended maintenance. However, with rising inflation and tightening budgets, it’s tempting to skip an oil change or another maintenance service to save a dollar. If you take...
Engine Tune-Up
We get it — having an oil change, tire rotation, wheel alignment, engine tune-up or other maintenance services aren’t free. Maintenance services can represent an expense. However, maintenance costs pale in comparison to the cost of auto repairs. And when you have factory-recommended maintenance, you can reduce the prevalence and extent of the ensuing repairs.
Your transmission is extremely important! It’s the component that transfers power from the engine to your wheels. And learning you need transmission service in South Burlington VT can be alarming. However, it’s not the end of the world. Having transmission...
Transmission Repair
For clarity, transmission repairs do not involve completely rebuilding the unit. While transmission repair is a faster and more cost-effective option, it’s not ideal for transmissions that have extensive damage.
Transmission Fluid Service
Transmission Replacement
Transmission replacement may be best if your vehicle needs more than a few transmission repair services. Transmission replacement involves replacing the old unit with a new transmission, rebuilt transmission, or remanufactured transmission. Transmission replacements are preferred options when the unit seems to be damaged beyond repair.
Whenever your car needs suspension services in South Burlington, VT, please feel free to give our team at Girlington Garage a call at 802-660-0055. If it’s convenient for you, just use our online
Steering Service/Repair
The Vermont state inspection has specific requirements that all vehicles must meet. The inspection includes checking the vehicle’s brakes, steering and suspension, tires, check engine lights, emissions, and other critical components. Girlington Garage’s expert technicians are knowledgeable and experienced in all aspects of the inspection process, ensuring your vehicle passes with flying colors. Schedule Your Appointment
Girlington Garage offers a wide range of services, including oil changes, brake services, tire rotations, engine repair, and many others. Their team of expert technicians is committed to providing top-notch services and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Tire Repair
Girlington Garage is a full-service auto repair shop. We work on all types of vehicles, foreign and domestic. Our techs are ASE certified and skills include state-of-art diagnostics, alignments, tire repair, brake service, oil changes, exhaust systems and Vermont State Inspections.
Wheel Alignment
In addition to slowing down as you drive over potholes, spring is the perfect time to schedule an alignment check. Thus, as you swap out your snow tires for summer tires, make sure to have wheel alignment. This can prevent your summer tires from wearing too quickly by ensuring they are straight.
As we cruise into 2022, the time couldn’t be better to have brake service and repair your vehicle needs finally. Simply put, riding around on may-stop brakes isn’t cool or safe. Even worse, many drivers have no idea their brakes...
Brake Inspection
Your brakes are one of the most fundamental safety features in your vehicle. Because of the beating your brakes take in South Burlington’s icy winters, you should schedule a brake inspection in spring.
Brake Repair
We have all the tools and know-how needed to complete all basic to advanced brake repairs, including service on Hybrid systems. We can even put your Hybrid car into workshop mode using scan tools to prevent it from automatically activating the
First and foremost, girls rock! Do you know what doesn’t rock? Shady tires! If your tires are traveling around on “maypop” tires or using all-season tires in the Vermont winter, the team at Girlington Garage in South Burlington, VT, can help. As the leading South Burlington VT auto repair facility, we are proud to offer the best tires from all top manufacturers.
Towing Service
Auto Maintenance
Twice a year, in October and April, Girlington Garge celebrates National Car Care Month to bring attention to the importance of regular car care and preventative maintenance. Let’s explore a few vehicle maintenance tips you can use this spring for National Car Care Month to prevent more expensive car repairs.