These guys are always professional and fast! The price is always competitive I have been using them for years.

For the past ten years this is the only place I've ever used. Usually busy but speedy process

Quick service. Nothing fancy just a hard working honest man. Fair price. Recommend it.

I did not have to make an appointment, waited only a few minutes for Mr. Smog's Father to take care of my car. The owner is an Older gentleman, very polite, and straightforward, and has great customer service. The price is about average as any other place $60 + the certificate. Definitely coming back. read more

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The service was great and the test was finished in 10 minutes. The owner was so nice. I highly recommend The Smogfather.

A little on the expensive side ($69 for basic smog check) but if you come early you are in and out 10 minutes. I knew this coming in instead of going through Groupon where you can pay half. I guess you pay for the time you save. I recommend it! read more

I went in and was helped by older gentleman. He was kind and fast. Recommend the service!

This is THE PLACE to get your smog checked. I was there for maybe 15 minutes max. The man who ran the shop is a gem! He was kind, helpful, and clearly took a lot of pride in his business. I was given a free water bottle for the time I was in the waiting room. It was $69 and well worth it for a quick walk-in. I was able to use ApplePay. read more

The best smog shop. Period. I recently purchased a 1990 Corvette ZR1 from out of state. These cars are notorious for being tricky to pass being almost 30 years old. I brought it to the Smogfather based on yelp reviews and failed the first time. I was devastated and paranoid because the car was in a good running condition and was thinking it might the best it can do. The "Smogfather" recommended that I drive the car more on freeway to clear up the system. He said he doesn't mind testing again! I got a fresh tank of gas, ran it hard on freeway, came back and viola! Passed the smog! I cannot thank him enough and because of Smogfather, i can keep my car registered here in California! read more

I've been coming here with three different cars for probably a decade. Straightforward, honest business. The guy running the tests is friendly and always offers a bottled water. Not a fancy place but one I easily choose over the competition. read more

This guy was thee nicest man ever. As soon as I pulled up her kindly asked me to wait and brought me out a water bottle. I've never had a smog check and had them offer me water. He finished up with the person in front of me in less then 30mims after my arrival. I was not at his shop for more then 20mims. Someone pulled up behind me and he was nice to them also and offered the other Customer a cold water bottle. I will definitely refer everyone to the Smogfather. Lol read more

The Smogfather - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Hawthorne, California

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Great place for a quick smog check. There was no wait and I think I was in and out in about 15 minutes. Highly recommend.

Local star certified smog check. The man running it is so kind. I went here because it's near my home and it's convenient but I keep coming back yearly because he makes me want to support his business. read more

The Smogfather - Smog Check Stations Near Me - Hawthorne, California

Quick smog. Good price. Great service, the guy who did the test was really nice. The whole package.

Moved to Cali from TX and had no idea where to go for Smog testing...came by this place today after work and they got me in within 10 minutes!! The man running the shop was SO sweet and talkative! He even gave me a cold water to sip on while I waited. 10/10 recommend :) read more

I have never gotten a smog before, have no idea what a smog is or why I need one, but whatever. So, I look up this place and call. He told me it was $50 for the smog. I get there at 5pm, they close at 5:30. I am greeted by an older man with a huge smile on his face and asks if I was the one that called earlier. He immediately hooks the car up and goes to work. There was a cool little seating area off to the side where you can relax while he gets the job done. About 5 minutes into the process, he comes and hands me a water. It wasn't even hot outside but this was an extremely kind gesture that I greatly appreciated. The process takes all of 8 minutes. If you're looking to get a smog, just come here. I don't even know how much a smog normally costs but it doesn't matter because this was literally the easiest thing ever. read more

Super easy. There was no line when I went. Have him my paperwork and was in and out in about 15 minutes. I would def recommend if you are going to the Hawthorne DMV as its less than a mile away. Also he gave me two waters as a waited for the diagnostic to finish. read more

I've been coming here for years. I came for a smog check in March and my car didn't pass. The smogfather told me to get the repairs done and come back in a month and he would not charge me full price. So I got the repairs done($2789 to be exact). I go back today 5/15/20 not only did my car pass the smog test, he only charged me $20. Thank you so much. God is good read more

The guy is always smiling and friendly. Always offers water. Does the job as quick as he can. No complaint here...the reason I keep coming back (well and to get my registration :-p) read more

Really cool guy did the smog check in a timely matter and was very polite and professional I will recommend this to everyone and got his business cards to put at my business since I highly recommended this guy read more

I have been going here for years, he is a Godly man and stays on point with his service, always offers you a bottle water, price is in line with the service he provides. Never a problem, it's quick fast and always Professional.... read more

Quick, efficient, and fairly priced. I've had bad experiences at some smog places and this spot has honest technicians that you can trust. Do come here if you need speedy quality service. Thanks smogfathers! read more

Took my car in for a Smog Test first thing in the morning. He greeted me with a smile and gave me a cold water bottle. He is a very polite man he will have you out in matter of minutes, pricing was not bad either! read more

Came here for a Smog Check and it was such a fast and easy process! I was quoted $50 and was in and out within 10 mins! Steve, the owner, was so sweet and gave my boyfriend and I ice cold waters while we waited. The entire time he smiled and gave us great service. I would totally recommend this place! Very happy with my experience here :) read more

Great service! The old man offers you a water for the short while of waiting for your smog check. Fair prices

The facility was somewhat busy when I got in, but the owner got people in and out quickly. The fee when I called was $50, not bad for a smog and he stuck to his price when I came in. The owner came and brought me water as I waited. Such a nice guy and he was fast about the services. This is definitely a place I will be recommending and coming back to. If you don't use the Smogfather, you are missing out on a cheap smog and great service. read more

The man that works there is really nice. Everything was done really quick and he gave me a bottle water as well. Water is everywhere now a day even from uber driver. Nice spot that is close by the DMV. read more

Haven't been here in a while but first time made a great impression. Excellent service, free cold bottled water. Right next to DMV. My 1998 Avalon didn't pass the first time but he tried it one more time and it passed. Highly recommend and good to know a place I can trust. read more

The BEST place to get your car smog! I was literally in & out within 15 minutes! The owner is so friendly & gives you a bottled water while you wait. read more

Very nice older service man gives me a bottle of water with my receipt while I wait. And done in 15 minutes as promised. Now that's service!! read more

Best spot to get a quick smog check. Was in and out in under 15 minutes. About 2 minutes away from the DMV which made my registration renewal that much more convenient. read more

I always bring my car here and as the reviewers have stated, the older Korean gentleman(Steve) is sweet and kind hearted. I give this place 5 stars. Ps, I got my water bottle. Lol read more

Great place, great service!! Nice older man. Gave me bottle of cold water while I waited all of 10 min. It was a few dollars more than what I expected but I didn't mind it because of his great service. read more

Been coming here for years now. Quick and painless. Always gives out water bottle while you are waiting. Nice Guy and excellent service everytime. read more

With all of these great reviews I was still skeptical at first. Man, I am so glad that I went. I took my mom with me and while we were waiting (which was only about 10 minutes), he gave both of us waters. Very kind and quiet man and very clean establishment. I will definitely be letting my family and friends know about him. If only he worked on cars as well...one can dream :-) read more

Yay! They were open on MLK Jr. Day!! The older Asian man was so sweet and greet us with a smile the whole time! He was thorough and quick we were in and out in about 15 minutes! Great experience would HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! read more

Needed a smog and discovered this hidden gem. The owner is really nice and offered me and my two passengers cold water(perfect for such a hot day). Everything was super quick and easy. Glad I found this place. Will definitely be recommending it to everyone. read more

This place is trash! The peanut on the phone was very rude and I don't know how this place stays in business.

This place is amazing being my first time here i Saw alot of cars and thought this is going to take a while but was wrong. Was out in about 30 mins ish... the owner was kind, quick, and professional.. even offered everyone that arrived a water bottle =D waiting room is simple but you wont be there that long anyways. Will be my go to spot when the time for that smog check and fully recomend this place read more

When in around 1 and was out in like 15 minutes. The owner is super nice and gave me a water while I waited. Overall the service was fantastic, cost about $60 for the test. read more