Finally my faith in humanity has been restored, and who would have thought it was after coming here for the very first time just to get my car smogged. LOL. The owners here are genuine and so welcoming. There were several vehicles before mine, but I watched how organized and efficient they run their business and was out of there within 20 mins if that. I came in as a customer but left there feeling like family. It's no wonder why they've been in business for the past 21 years. read more

Went in for a routine smog check and ended up having one of the nicest customer-service experiences I've had in a long time. Bill and his wife Lina run the place, and they're exactly the kind of folks who make you feel like you've stepped back into a time when people were genuinely kind, personable, and unhurried in the best way. They were warm, efficient, and incredibly easy to work with. The whole thing was quick, smooth, and done with a friendliness you just don't see everywhere anymore. Super reliable service, lovely people. Can't recommend them enough. read more

This is one of the best places to go to if you need a Smog check. The service was so quick and the owners were so friendly. My smog check was done within 15 minutes and it was so efficient. I am going to recommend this place to all of my friends and family. If you're in the area and looking to get a Smog check, don't go anywhere else!! Go to this location. read more

Exceptional service. Quick and competent. The friendly couple running this business made me feel special and at home during my short wait. read more

Smog Express - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Aliso Viejo, California

I used to enjoy coming here. I liked that the business is family owned, but too many times over the years. I have been disappointed. The man is cranky and barks at his wife. It's uncomfortable for the customers. Today when I went, I was turned away for the third time in the years I've been coming. It seems that when the weather is warm, he would rather go home early. I usually come in after lunch and that puts me there around 1 or 2 PM and on three different occasions he has said he's taking no more customers because it's hot despite the fact that his business is open until 430. Today was the last straw. There are other places to go that are consistent with their hours, their customer service, and their attitude. No more for me. read more

Fast efficient service Reasonable price Accommodated motorhome Helped to back into test site read more

A husband and wife run this spot. They're so very sweet. Fast service. Cheaper than the spot I used to go to! I'll be back read more

my car stopped on the freeway, smoke was coming out from my hood, the radio & the lights turning off/on. Only to find out that the lady who did my smog didn't put the rod that holds the hood up, back where it belongs. It was forcibly closed which caused the terminal to spark & erode. now my alternator is dead, & hoping my car will turn on in the morning and it caused me a bit of trauma from being stuck in the middle of the freeway at night. A simple mistake but shouldn't have been made. read more

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This Smog Express provides exceptional service. We have been using this company for all our smog needs for the past 5 years and this is the only place we will go from now on. I would definitely recommend this company for all your smog needs. Friendly honest service. read more

Super friendly staff and they were able to squeeze me in at the last minute for my smog check despite being over 90 degrees outside. Great price for smog checks and next to the gas station/car wash in case you want to grab a drink or snack. read more

I called in 15 minutes before I arrived to see what the wait was like. I was told they don't do that - "just come in". He asked the type of car I had and gave me an estimate over the phone. Seemed a bit rude but once I arrived I understood. There were 3 other cars before me. It can be difficult to judge how long it will take each car to be completed since not all pass. I was done in about an hour. Bill was very kind - music was lovely old school instrumental - waiting room was decent - all in all, a great value! I highly recommend Smog Express! read more

I love that this is a "mom and pop" business and I get to support my new community. I am new to the area and I'm so happy to have found Smog Express. They have all the necessary things to make you feel welcomed and valued here. I took my Lexus in to for a smog test and I have to say this was one of the best experiences I've had in getting my vehicle serviced. Lina and Bill we're so friendly and accommodating through out the entire process. They were extremely busy and I didn't have an appt but I was in and out in less than an hr. They had ample amounts of books and magazines to look through in their waiting area and offered me a water, which was greatly appreciated. I really can't speak highly enough of how wonderful Lina and Bill are. 5/5 I would rate even higher if I could. Highly recommend coming here over any "big brand" or chain places out in the market. read more

I enjoy coming here because they have a great selection of magazines and other reading material to pass the time. They also have comfortable seating. There is an El Pollo Loco walking distance if you're hungry. Great prices too. But the reason I keep coming back is because of the friendly service. Husband and wife team. Wife is super sweet and friendly. read more

Excellent experience! The staff was very friendly and professional with great customer service. They handled my smog check quickly and efficiently with no wasted time at all. Everything was well organized, and the facility was impressively clean compared to most places. Highly recommend! Nazy read more

I started coming here around 2011 solely because this is where my dad would go. I bought a new car and haven't needed smog since 2017. I brought my car in recently and the service is exactly how I remembered it. They are super friendly and quick! read more

This guy is cheap miser and a crook and he has a form of dementia. First he didn't honor the $25 Smogtips coupon because the car is a Mercedes. He said $45 if I pay cash or $50 cc. That's illegal according to the cc merchant agreement. Then he fails me for a bad air intake hose. He should have told me to get the hose fixed and come back before he ran the smog check. He knew the hose was bad because engine visual is first. He charges me $30 for the failed test. I get the hose replaced and go back but I didn't bring the renewal from the dmv again because I thought everything would be in the system. I brought his original paperwork though. He charged me an extra $3 because I didn't bring in the dmv paperwork. He said he'd rather be relaxing in a hammock instead of keying in my data. He needs to close his shop and move to assisted living. read more

This mom and pop smog express location is the best. I've come here now several times and I've recommend other friends and family to come too. Both owners are so kind and very helpful. I came one time with my two year old and they had plenty of books and magazines to keep anyone entertained. It definitely is an express smog check. They value their customers and work. I will continue to return as long as they are open. read more

I took my 90 year old mother's car to get a smog check and when Bill, the owner found out he gave me a $15 coupon to use at this visit and to keep for a future visit. I did not have an appointment and there were several cars waiting but Bill and his wife run a very organized and efficient operation. They have a nice waiting area so the time flew by. My car was completed very quickly and I was on my way. I definitely recommend Smog Express if you need a smog certificate to register your car. read more

I've come here a few times and today I just pulled away without getting service. The owner can't handle the volume of work, he was rude to me telling me to hurry up and park in the middle of the lane behind cars that were already blocking his entrance, and he called other people dicks. I don't care how competitive his prices are, I'm not hanging out for his chaos. read more

Clear, communication, great service, and good people. They tell you what to do, then they do it, you pay, and you're glad you came to them. They keep things simple and although it's in the middle of the suburbs, it feels very small town, in a good way, to me. read more

Loved this small business! I popped in for a smog check without my paperwork and they handled it in 30 minutes. Super easy. I loved taking with the owners; what a sweet couple they are. Convenient, aptly priced, and they took care of everything. Would return! read more

Very friendly and fast service. Will always use them for smogging my vehicles. Highly recommended

This is our second visit here, and we're so happy to have found this place. Bill and his wife run it, and they are about the nicest people in the world. It's a pretty pleasant experience (for a smog check)! They are very efficient and they charge a good price. Definitely check it out if you need a smog check. read more

Wife needed a smog check for vehicle registration renewal with the DMV. I looked it up and sent her the address to Smog Express. Immediately upon her return she told me to give them 5 stars. Mind you, she had to wait quite a while because there was a line of a cars on a Saturday midday. So they must be doing something right for her to not even care about the wait. We will be back with our other vehicle when the time comes. read more

You deserve better. These people are unorganized, cranky and rude. They bicker with each other endlessly and yell at their customers. Total mess of a business. read more

I was extremely disappointed in this business today. I arrived for a smog test with my coupon in hand; I have used this business in the past with the very same car, and everything always went well. My car meets all the requirements on the coupon and I had cash, but for some reason, the woman stated that my car would not qualify and I had to be charged $45 base price without the added $8.25 smog certificate fee. I mentioned the fact that they had served me many times in the past without the markup. She pointed out the "most cars" clause on the coupon. No other explanation was offered. I drove to a competing business I have also used in the past for different vehicles, and they honored their coupon with no questions asked. My car passed and did not require any additional services or time. read more

This is the only place I will go for a smog test. The couple who run the shop make sure to treat customers with kindness and respect. They are very friendly and professional. I happened to go on a quieter afternoon and was in and out under 30 minutes. I haven't needed a smog test in recent years yet they remembered me. They kindly offered me a coupon rate although I failed to bring mine. Such a nice family run business read more

Been coming here for years and the service has always been great. The couples team are super friendly and very family oriented.

Started visiting this shop since 2015. Have returned periodically when the DMV sends me a notice for a required smog check. Each time has been a very positive experience. Today was my most recent visit. Why do I return? - service is very quick with minimal wait time - making an appointment is not required - reasonably priced - the same couple who owns and operates this shop is friendly - I like knowing I'm supporting a small business owner Hope you find this review helpful. read more

Bill is a Fraud & Scam Artist! give him 5 stars for that! Said price was $25.95 + $8.25 for certificate. On arrival: "wait in line one hour; price is $48.00 cash, more if CC...!" He proceeds to insult me the customer and throws a tantrum, a routine him and his wife have perfected as many on lookers laugh having seen this as the line grows for each customer on the day. What happened to posting the real price; Proposal & Acceptance? Bill writes nothing down on purpose and then lies about it because it is what he said not what you heard... He needs to be Prosecuted, Fined and Jailed! I left in disgust got it done in Irvine for less and no wait. read more

Bill and Lina are the best! Very friendly and always helpful. Bill, smogged two of our cars - one a 24 y/o BMW for my daughter. All within an hour. Always honest and trustworthy. We have been using their service for almost 20 yrs. Steve O. read more

I had a great experience at smog express! The owners are super polite, friendly and helpful. Definitely will go back for future smog check services. Highly recommend! read more

Super convenient spot for smog check. Best price in the area. Owners are also very nice!

Quick and efficient. They even gave me a $15 coupon to use for this visit and another one for next. Very friendly people. read more

Great service wonderful people! Quick easy, harmless service! Definitely coming back in the future

The husband and wife owners are friendly but somehow think nothing of having customers wait literally for hours. I checked in just past noon on a Saturday but no one mentioned that I'd be waiting nearly three hours. After 90 minutes I asked what's happening and was told it'd be about 45 minutes. It was closer to an hour. At one point the man picked up a phone call and said he couldn't talk because he was busy. He said he'd be done with work by 2:30. It was already 2:40. He was there for more than another hour. 1 star for doing the work. -4 stars for wasting customers' time. read more

Great friendly service! Gave me a solid discount as a first time customer. Small family run business. Would highly recommend to anyone.

The owners are cheating. Even though they say online it costs $25.95 plus $8.25 smog certificate, they charged my husband $55.20. Will never use them again. read more

Service was quick, efficient, and very friendly! I'm so glad I came here. I would definitely recommend this place.

This is our 2nd vehicle we've taken to Smog Express and we'll never go anywhere else. Called ahead of time to see if they could get me in and was told to come on down. Drove up to the bay and was in and out in under a half an hour. A fantastic family run business that is quick, easy and affordable. The husband and wife team running the place make you feel like part of the family while you're waiting. Very kind and warm. We need MORE businesses like this. read more