Dare to Compare: Certified vs Independent Service

How Certified and Uncertified Technicians Are Different

The areas where a certified Westminster shop stands apart from an uncertified one are the quality of the work and parts you receive. A certified Nissan technician is trained to work on Nissan automobiles and are specialists in dealing with their various makes and models. Plus a certified shop will use Nissan approved OEM parts that are designed to work with your car's specifications and will also install properly; non-OEM parts may not fit right.

Working With Your Insurance Company

Sadly, accidents happen, and they are never something you expect. A bit of uneven road in Anaheim can easily lead to you running off the road and needing repairs. When filing an insurance claim, the certification of the shop does matter. Major insurance companies work with certified shops, which speeds up the repair process as the shop and your claims adjuster handle the paperwork. With a non-certified shop, your insurance company will likely pay for the repairs but communicating with the shop is entirely your responsibility, as are any issues with the repairs.

Part Quality Matters

Another consideration is the quality of the parts a shop offers. A certified shop in Orange will only use Nissan approved OEM parts, so you know it will work with your car, and it will install properly. A random third-party part offers no guarantees, and in addition to possibly not fitting properly, it may not meet your Nissan’s performance standards or last as long as it should as cheaper parts can fail at random.

Convenience Should Not Be Overlooked

Finally, don’t overlook your own comfort. Many smaller uncertified shops in Garden Grove don’t offer the same amenities that a certified repair shop or dealership does. A lack of concern about your comfort makes auto maintenance needlessly stressful. At Garden Grove Nissan, we offer amenities the competition can’t beat. We know your time and comfort are valuable; that’s why we offer online scheduling, Saturday hours, free WiFi, a coffee bar, and more to make the whole maintenance process less of an annoyance. Call us today if you have any questions, and we’d be glad to help.