How to Open a Smog Check Shop in California

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  • Опубліковано 24 лип 2024
  • In this video I talk about how to and what to do to open your very own smog check station in California! Grab your tools lets get to work!
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  • @melthescientist209
    @melthescientist209 4 роки тому +49

    Well I'm here to say I've done thes steps and my smog shop is open today.

    • @emissionexperts8715
      @emissionexperts8715  4 роки тому +7

      Fa La Heem CONGRATULATIONS!! I’m glad i was able to help you achieve your goal of opening your smog check station. Would love to stop by some day and say hello!

    • @melthescientist209
      @melthescientist209 4 роки тому +8

      well im in tracy ca. shop name tracy smog tech

    • @emissionexperts8715
      @emissionexperts8715  4 роки тому +3

      When I’m up north I’ll definitely stop by!

    • @john-by9lu
      @john-by9lu 4 роки тому +5

      How much did it all cost? If you don’t mind me asking ? I’m from Sacramento and want to know how much is needed? Thanks

    • @flyazn707
      @flyazn707 3 роки тому

      Fa le heem if you can help answer my question. I plan to open one how much do you think of investment is safe to have to open a shop? For rent, utilities, and ads to help sustain for the next few months of owning a new shop. Thank you in advance.

  • @Ralph619
    @Ralph619 2 роки тому +15

    I used to own a smog shop in San Diego about three years ago, things didn’t go well for me, I was very young and ambitious so I didn’t know much about the business I just got my smog tech license got some experience working in different shops and then decided to open my own station. To make the long story short I ended up selling the shop after a year because I ran out of money and I couldn’t keep it going. The best advice I would give to all new smog techs thinking about opening a station is find a place where the rent is cheap! Be patient, share a garage with a Mechanic, think of other options, just avoid paying high rent. Also try to find cheap equipment and furniture. Costumers don’t really care about the look of the shop they’re just looking for a place with good reviews and great costumer service. When I opened my station I spent a lot of money to make it look nice but it was useless. Just save as much money as you can you’re gonna need it.

    • @denizuika8454
      @denizuika8454 Рік тому

      What’s considered cheap rent??

    • @Ralph619
      @Ralph619 Рік тому

      @@denizuika8454 as low possible, you don’t need a lot of space; talk to the landlord to lower the rent for the first year or something don’t be afraid to ask things like that.

    • @Mctfit
      @Mctfit 7 місяців тому

      Would love to connect im in SD

  • @jonnapatricia5191
    @jonnapatricia5191 2 роки тому +2

    It’s a great and reliable video. Was facing this kinda issue back then with my emission test so I had to look for a way, which was how I came across Stray Admin who has got years in experience of helping lots of citizens pass they’re Smog test too..

  • @mmembreno3794
    @mmembreno3794 3 роки тому +8

    Great information on your vids. My husband and I are trying get a loan to start a Smog Test Station. He’s a Licensed technician and looking to open a Station in the Inland Empire.

    • @SergPulls
      @SergPulls 9 місяців тому +2

      I’m from inland empire, did you ever open one up ?

  • @joshcab968
    @joshcab968 4 роки тому +6

    Helpful stuff ! Thanks

    • @emissionexperts8715
      @emissionexperts8715  4 роки тому +2

      Fabian Cabrera thank you, if you have any other videos you would like to see feel free to let me know!

  • @alan99yu
    @alan99yu 3 роки тому +1

    Great Videos Oscar.

  • @DD-uc7nx
    @DD-uc7nx 9 місяців тому +3

    Do you have to be a mechanic in order to apply for a smog shop or can you just be an investor who then hires smog technicians? I’m interested in a smog only shop what kind of pre-reqs are required for that

  • @customcarguysandmore971
    @customcarguysandmore971 2 роки тому +2

    Hi, do you need a ard license even if you are opening a test only center? I am going to school to become a smog technician on June 25th 2022. I want to open a shop pretty quick after I complete training and after I get my smog technician license.Thanks in advance.

  • @TrOlLkInGs14
    @TrOlLkInGs14 3 роки тому +1

    I'm in the process of doing this but with this whole covid situation.. it's taking a long time

  • @kurtkarst6695
    @kurtkarst6695 8 місяців тому

    hey Oscar I am looking in to set up a mobile smog check certification in California. is it possible?? I know you need the dynamometer and ground. What do you think???

  • @naviddd007
    @naviddd007 8 місяців тому

    i am new comer in usa settled in irvine californi, do u suggest to stablish a smog statation in irvine spectrum or santa anna or costamasa?plaease guide me, i am a mechanical engineer

  • @ThAnHNgUyEn-sm5ft
    @ThAnHNgUyEn-sm5ft Рік тому

    Where is Bar checklist for a test only station? I’m having a hard time finding it.

  • @angeloscampini5108
    @angeloscampini5108 2 роки тому

    How do u get the smog shop equipment for example dynamometer and the analyzer stuff

  • @masoodalpine
    @masoodalpine 2 роки тому +2

    I am mechanic and I have a big mechanic shop in newport beach, CA and I'm looking for someone to work toghether to do smog check.. any comments ?

    • @rubensosa3154
      @rubensosa3154 2 роки тому +1

      I am going too school for my smog license... offer me a job ?

  • @lvelezjr
    @lvelezjr 4 роки тому +4

    Thanks for the information. I’m currently in the process of looking at a location for sale. I do not have a smog certification but willing to go through the training and certification. Has anyone gone through the process of opening their smog shop? I’d love to connect with you offline. You as well Oscar.

    • @emissionexperts8715
      @emissionexperts8715  4 роки тому +4

      Luis I have opened and operated countless smog check stations from test only stations, test and repair stations and brake and lamp stations. My team and I can definitely help you.

    • @lvelezjr
      @lvelezjr 4 роки тому +3

      Emission Experts thanks for getting back to me. How can I reach you offline?

    • @emissionexperts8715
      @emissionexperts8715  4 роки тому +3

      Luis E. Velez Jr. Please email me at emissionexpert@gmail.com

    • @emissionexperts8715
      @emissionexperts8715  4 роки тому +1

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    • @lvelezjr
      @lvelezjr 4 роки тому +2

      @@emissionexperts8715 Thank you for this link. I'm going to a school near my house today to inquire about the training and certification process. I live in the Eastbay, so it's important for me to go to a local school. As for the shop i'm looking to purchase, it's a nice clean shop in a busy area with plenty of parking. The goal for me is to buy and operate this shop and make my investment back and then hire someone to do the smogs as I look to expand services and potentially purchase another shop. If I can make a comfortable living doing this, then it would be worth it for me. I'm tired of the rat race and commuting throughout the state to try and make sales. I can provide great service at a reasonable price and that will be my strategy. wish me luck folks!

  • @1Sakks0
    @1Sakks0 5 років тому +6

    How expensive is the equipment?

    • @emissionexperts8715
      @emissionexperts8715  5 років тому +7

      Kara El depends on what part you are trying to purchase. The Dyno Can only be purchased used for around 5k. The BAR97, DAD and EVAP can be leased for a combined monthly of $700-$800 or can be purchased for around $25,000.00 all together.

  • @thegeneralrepairguy3711
    @thegeneralrepairguy3711 Рік тому

    Is there such a thing as a moble smog station in California?

    • @trackerprince6773
      @trackerprince6773 10 місяців тому

      Curious about this as well. Have you found out? I'm looking to learn a bit about this , is it possible to run a mobile test only for the smog service business