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Auto Repair Website Accessibility for Canadian Shops: What You Need to Know About Compliance
Website accessibility is both a legal requirement and a business opportunity for Canadian auto repair shops. Learn what compliance means, which laws apply, and how small shops can meet accessibility standards without a full website rebuild.
Environmental Indemnity in Commercial Leases: How to Protect Your Auto Repair Shop
Auto repair shops leasing commercial space face real environmental liability risk. If a previous tenant contaminated the property, you could be held financially responsible for cleanup costs. This guide explains environmental indemnity clauses and how to negotiate proper protection before signing a lease.
Good Better Best Pricing for Auto Repair Shops: How to Increase Your Average Repair Invoice
Offering tiered service options is one of the most effective ways to increase revenue per visit without adding new customers. Learn how Good Better Best pricing works for independent auto repair shops and how to implement it.
How to Get a Building Permit for an Auto Repair Shop: Inspections, Foundation, and Plumbing
Getting a building permit for an auto repair shop involves more than a standard commercial application. Vehicle lifts, oil interceptors, ventilation systems, and fire suppression requirements add significant complexity. This guide explains every stage of the process.
Auto Repair Service Pages That Convert: How to Describe Complex Repairs in Plain Language
Most auto repair service pages are written for technicians, not customers. Learn how to write service pages in plain language that build trust, answer real customer questions, and convert website visitors into booked appointments.
How Much Does It Cost to Open an Independent Auto Repair Shop in 2026?
Opening an independent auto repair shop in Canada in 2026 requires significant upfront capital. This guide breaks down every major cost category, from equipment and leases to licensing, insurance, and working capital reserves.
Digital Vehicle Inspections as a Marketing Tool: How DVIs Build Trust and Attract New Customers
Digital vehicle inspections do more than document repairs. Learn how to use DVIs as a marketing asset that builds customer trust, reduces declined services, and helps your auto repair shop stand out online.
How to Start an Auto Repair Shop in Ontario: Trade Certification and Site Plan Requirements
Opening an auto repair shop in Ontario requires trade certification, site plan approval, and multiple regulatory sign-offs. This guide walks new owners through the full process, from trade licensing to municipal site plan submissions.
Auto Repair Website Speed: How a 1-Second Improvement Can Directly Increase Your Leads
A slow website loses customers before they ever see your phone number. Learn how page load speed affects your auto repair shop's leads, Google ranking, and revenue, and what you can do to fix it.
Criminal Record Checks for Auto Repair Shop Licenses: What Owners Must Know
Toronto requires criminal record checks as part of the Motor Vehicle Repair Shop licensing process. This guide explains who needs a check, what type is required, and how the results affect your license application.
Auto Repair Shop Pricing on Your Website: Does Showing Prices Build Trust or Lose Customers?
Listing prices on your auto repair website feels risky. Here is what actually happens when shops publish transparent pricing and how to do it in a way that builds trust without undercutting your business.
AMVIC Compliance Checklist for New Alberta Auto Repair Shops
Every Alberta auto repair shop that charges for repairs must hold an AMVIC Automotive Business License. This guide walks new shop owners through every compliance requirement, from certified technician rules to written estimate obligations.