More than a decade ago, I brought my 2005 Ram 1500 to Modica Bros. after my A/C stopped cooling at…read moreidle. I would get cool air while driving but nothing but hot air when stopped. After a "thorough" inspection, I was told the entire A/C system needed to be replaced. The technician even joked that at least I wouldn't have to pay since it was a company truck, pointing at the magnets on the door. When I explained it was my personal vehicle, he "took another look" and suddenly said I only needed a new condenser and recharge at about half the price. That didn't sit right with me, so I paid the diagnostic fee and left. After talking with my wife, she told me about Bill's Garage in Port Neches, a shop highly recommended by her co-workers. I brought my truck there and spoke with Ricky. Even though they were extremely busy and couldn't get me in for a couple of weeks, he took a few minutes to look at it in the parking lot. He had me start the truck and turn on the A/C. When nothing happened, he reached in, tapped the fan a few times, and immediately the truck started blowing cold air. He explained there was nothing wrong with the condenser. The real issue was the radiator cooling fan or fan clutch not providing airflow at idle. He told me he could fix it for around $250, but also suggested I could buy the part myself for about $100 and replace it on my own. I did exactly that, and it fixed the problem completely. Fast forward to last August, I purchased a 2022 Chevy 2500 HD with about 45,000 miles from a Chevy dealership. Recently, I brought it back to the dealer for what I believed was a radiator leak. I was told it wasn't covered and was quoted $1,800 for a new radiator, along with a diagnostic fee. Once again, I took it to Bill's Garage. They pressure-tested the system and found the radiator was fine. The actual problem was a leaking A/C condenser, a far less expensive repair they could handle quickly. Over the years, I've trusted Bill's Garage with my vehicles, my wife's, and my kids'. They have consistently proven to be honest, fair, and highly skilled. I won't take my vehicles anywhere else.

This is one of the best and honest garages in the Golden Triangle if it's broken they can fix it at…read morethe same time they don't just change parts if you don't need it they only fix what's broken plus they are friendly people to deal with I have been doing Business with them for 40 years

So, since my last review of this place it has been purchased and ran by new folks! Needless to say…read morethey are a vast improvement in automotive work and customer service than the previous owners!! Reasonable pricing and good work have made their way to the shop once again.

My skid plate came a loose on the highway , he heard me pulling in lol . He got me help right away…read more, knew exactly what the problem was , very helpful, quick , and affordable!! 20/10 in my book , I definitely recommend!! Thank you so much, I appreciate you guys!!!

This is my #1 go to for any vehicle issues or maintenance. Daniel and his crew installed a new…read moremotor in my 2008 Chevy a few years ago and still going strong. Other shops in the area wanted to charge me 8-10K. Mr. Muffler was half the price and not to mention the two day turnaround. Never have they tried to up sale or pressure me into buying something that I didn't need. Thank you for the great service that your shop has provided over the years!!

July 2026 The transmission shifter linkage on my Camry…read morebroke. I had it towed to De Jean Automotive. The front office, Tobi and Kristy, were very cordial and helpful. Tyler was the tech that worked on it seems to have done well with the repair because I drove home without any indication that it ever had a problem. The repair cost was considerably less than a dealer would charge. I plan to go there for future service.

Water pump was replaced the pump they used has been working fine so far and they were very quick…read moredoing the job

This time I was lied to, hung up on, and had to leave car there for3 days. Spencer said there…read morewasn't a brake caliber for 2014 dodge van in Beaumont. Checked most part houses had it. Somissed doctor appointment which cost. Was told had to do brake fluid service which cost. Asked to speak to owner not available but would have him call, not. Would not recommend going there

We are here working at the Beaumont fair, we have traveled from Ri. Unfortunately on the drive we…read morehit a pothole, this is our first time here and had no idea where to go. LUCKLY we found this place, we need a new shackle and bolt. They were so friendly!!! Everyone was super helpful, offered us a ride back to our hotel and had it fixed right away!!! If you need ANY work done I highly recommend this place!!! 5 star service ALL around!!!!

I was quoted $690 by a tire store in Orange for repairing my car's brakes without them even looking…read moreat them. I went to Star Brake and Kenneth walked me through everything that wasn't wrong with my brakes then showed me the one thing that was wrong. I ended up spending a little over $200 for the repair. They're just a good old fashioned honest business, something we need more of! I would recommend them to everyone needing brake or shock work!

Y'all Kenneth and Cody are literal Godsends. I am so thankful for all the work and excellence…read moreKenneth put into not only my car but with me. So professional and real and so very knowledgeable! I think he is an addition that totally makes Star Brake more than 5 stars worthy! It is so refreshing to have a Gentleman be honest and real with a lady without her Husband or any real car knowledge! Blessings upon this Business!

They didn't put back the ac filter cover back on and they didn't put back my terminal cover on…read moreshit service

Replaced the exhaust gasket & repaired the catalytic converter on one visit. Replaced the starter…read moreon another visit. I was very satisfied both times. I always get my inspections/registrations done here.

I recommend this shop to everyone. The shop manager made my life easy. The whole process was easy…read moreand pain free from when I dropped my truck off till the time I picked it up. They took care of everything for me and stayed in constant communication to keep me updated with the process. The quality of work was outstanding. As much as dealing with a wrecked vehicle sucks they made the process easy to deal with.

EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT service! Highly professional and knowledgeable on everything. Kept me up to…read moredate on the repairs. Locally owned and very honest people to work with. Highly recommended.