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Thompson Auto (916) 281-9507

Mobile mechanic in Roseville

Honest auto repair at your driveway or workplace.

(916) 281-9507
  • Veteran owned
  • Roseville local
  • Fair pricing
  • No unnecessary upsells
  • Second opinions welcome
Mobile repair setup in a driveway with a vehicle's hood open, a canopy, and a rolling tool cart Engine bay of a Mercedes-Benz opened up for service Engine valve train with the valve cover removed

Repairs we do at your location

Practical repairs for daily drivers, family vehicles, and light duty work vehicles.

Brakes and safety

  • Brake pads and rotors
  • Brake flushes
  • Wheel hubs and bearings
  • Lug stud replacement

Suspension and steering

  • Shocks and struts
  • Control arms and ball joints
  • Sway bar links
  • CV axles
  • Power steering pumps

Engine bay

  • Valve cover gaskets
  • Spark plugs and tune-ups
  • Serpentine and drive belts
  • Radiators
  • Engine and cabin air filters

Starting and charging

  • Starters
  • Alternators
  • No-start checks
  • Car lockouts

Diagnostics

  • Mobile diagnostics
  • Visual and basic checks
  • Review of repair quotes you already have
  • Pre-purchase inspections

Basic electrical

  • Headlight bulbs and housings
  • Window regulators and motors
  • Wiper motors
  • 12 volt lighting

Not sure your repair is on the list? Text Jake. If a job is outside what a mobile mechanic can do, he will say so and point you to someone who can.

Check engine light on?

Type the code from your scanner or parts-store readout to see what it means and what usually causes it. Free.

Popular: P0420 P0171 P0300 P0455 P0128

DTC Diagnostic AssistJake's Android app: full step-by-step diagnostic paths for trouble codes, plus symptom guides and recall lookups. App under construction. Coming soon to Google Play.

How pricing works

Flat $50 mobile fee

Covers travel and the convenience of having the repair done where your vehicle is, anywhere within about 10 miles of Roseville. Charged once per visit, so multiple vehicles or jobs at the same location share one fee.

Labor and parts, listed separately

The repair itself is billed at Jake's hourly rate plus parts, kept separate from the mobile fee so you can see exactly what you are paying for.

Diagnostics

Charged separately when testing is needed. You will know the cost before any diagnostic work begins.

Free quotes, no surprises

Send the year, make, model, and what is going on, and Jake will quote the job before anything is booked. If something else comes up during the repair, he calls you first.

Outside the local area? Jake still travels farther out. A higher mobile fee may apply based on distance, and you will know it before booking.

What customers say

5.0 on Google · 20+ reviews

  • ★★★★★
    “Jake has helped me save lots of money. I bought a part that I thought I needed but after initial inspection, he let me know that I didnt need that part replaced… Jake is honest and very transparent with his work. I finally found a mechanic who I can trust.”
    Juan B. · Google review
  • ★★★★★
    “Very knowledgeable, Great prices and works fast. Will use for any future repairs!”
    Clyde B. · Google review
  • ★★★★★
    “He came to me gave me a diagnostic report and told me what I needed done. He was able to get my van done in a few hours. Very professional and reasonably priced.”
    Consuelo O. · Google review
  • ★★★★★
    “I reached out about needing help with my brakes and battery… he was able to get everything taken care of the very same night I messaged him! His pricing was extremely reasonable…”
    Pouya J. · Google review
  • ★★★★★
    “Jake was super helpful, knowledgeable and quick with the maintenance and repairs for our 2015 f150 with a 3.5l ecoboost engine.”
    Corinne S. · Google review
  • ★★★★★
    “Best mechanic out there! Fixed my Honda which was probably on its last leg and now it runs like new!”
    Carissa T. · Google review

Call, text, or send a request

Calling or texting is fastest. If Jake is under a vehicle, send a message with your need and he will get back to you.

Request a free quote

Find it on the driver-side dash by the windshield, the driver door jamb sticker, or your registration or insurance card.

Text this to Jake is the fastest way to get a reply. It opens your messaging app with everything filled in, and nothing is sent until you tap send.
Send request online is for computer users. It reaches Jake by email, so replies may take longer. He will call or text you back at the number you entered.

Prefer to pick a time yourself? Book online instead

The quickest way to reach Jake is still to call, text, or use the quote form above. If you'd rather choose an appointment time yourself, you can use the calendar below and Jake will confirm the details.

Got a big repair quote? Get a second opinion first.

Send Jake the quote and the symptoms. When possible he will inspect the vehicle and tell you what is urgent, what can wait, and what may not be needed at all.

You deserve to know what is wrong with your vehicle, what it takes to fix it, and whether the repair is worth doing.
Jake Thompson, owner
Text Jake your quote

Fleets and trailers

Light duty fleet support

When a work truck or van is down, your business is down. Jake repairs light duty vehicles at your yard, office, or job site: brakes, suspension, starting and charging, belts, and tune-ups. One phone number, one technician, straight answers on what each vehicle needs now and what can wait.

Trailer brakes and bearings

Brake inspection and repair, bearing service and repacking, lighting checks, and 12 volt wiring for utility and light duty trailers, right where the trailer sits. Not covered: RVs, living systems, or heavy commercial trailers.

Where Jake works

The flat $50 mobile fee covers anywhere within about 10 miles of Roseville, including:

Farther out? Jake still comes to you. A higher mobile fee may apply depending on distance, and you will know it before booking. Not sure you are in range? Just ask.

Tap a town to see mobile repair details for that area.

How it works

  1. Call or text Jake, or send the quote form.
  2. Share the year, make, and model, the VIN if you have it, and what the vehicle is doing.
  3. Get an honest answer on whether Jake can handle it and what it involves.
  4. Schedule a visit at your home, workplace, or another safe location.
  5. Review the repair and approve the work before anything starts.
  6. Get back on the road.

Quotes are based on the repair, labor, parts, travel, and complexity of the job.

Common questions

Do you come to my home or workplace?

Yes. Jake needs safe, legal access to the vehicle and enough room to work.

Is there a trip charge?

Yes, a flat $50 mobile fee covers travel within about 10 miles of Roseville. If Jake works on multiple vehicles or jobs at one location, you pay it once. Farther locations may have a higher fee, quoted before booking.

Do you charge a diagnostic fee?

Yes. Diagnostics are separate from the $50 mobile fee and from the repair itself. You will know the cost before any testing begins.

What vehicles do you work on?

Passenger cars, daily drivers, light trucks, and light duty business vehicles. Jake does not service semis, heavy equipment, RVs, boats, or motorcycles.

Do you do engine or transmission replacements?

Yes, case by case. Jake can take on engine and transmission replacements depending on the vehicle and the job. When a job is better suited to a shop, he will say so and refer you to someone he trusts. Call or text with your vehicle and what is going on, and he will tell you the best way to handle it.

Can you inspect a car before I buy it?

Yes. Jake can meet you at the seller's location for a pre-purchase inspection: a visual check, a look underneath, and a scan for stored codes. Text the year, make, model, and where the car is.

I am locked out of my car. Can you help?

Yes, in many cases. Text or call with your vehicle and location and Jake will tell you if he can get you in. The mobile fee applies, and you will know the total before he starts.

Can you review a quote I already have?

Yes, and it is one of the most common reasons people call. Text the quote and the symptoms.

How do I pay?

Options may include cash, check, Venmo, or card, depending on the job. Payment details are confirmed before work begins.

Do you warranty your work?

Yes. Labor is covered for 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. Parts carry their manufacturer or supplier warranty, including lifetime coverage on parts sold with a limited lifetime warranty. If something goes wrong with a repair, call or text Jake and he will make it right.

Meet Jake Thompson

Jake learned the basics of vehicle work with his dad as a kid. He served in the U.S. Army from 2010 to 2016, working on Humvees, LMTVs, diesel equipment, and generators in fleet-style maintenance environments.

After the Army he worked his way up through dealerships and independent shops, with Ford, Dodge, and Toyota training along the way. Across roughly a decade he kept seeing the same problems: customers who could never talk to the person working on their vehicle, unclear diagnostic charges, slow timelines, and repairs driven by sales goals.

Thompson Auto is his answer: honest recommendations, fair pricing, clear communication, and quality work. He will tell you plainly when a repair can wait, or when it is not worth doing on an older vehicle. Most of his business comes from repeat customers and referrals, and that only works by earning trust on every job.

Jake in safety glasses in a repair shop with a classic Ford truck up on a lift behind him
Jake at work. About ten years in dealerships and shops before going mobile.
Jake Thompson, owner of Thompson Auto

Quick facts

  • U.S. Army veteran, 2010 to 2016
  • About ten years of repair experience
  • Military and civilian vehicles
  • Ford, Dodge, and Toyota dealership training
  • Dad, veteran, Roseville local
  • Owner and lead technician on every job
  • 12 month / 12,000 mile labor warranty

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