To lessen, the threat of faulty car repair work or repair frauds their a number of constructive steps you can take while these measures can’t offer full protection it is wise insurance against dented pocketbooks and expanded time schedules. First never wait until a small problem becomes a big and costly one. Always takes your car in for a check at the first sign of trouble. But before you take the car in make a list of all problems and “symptoms” so you are prepared to describe the trouble as accurately and specifically as possible. Don’t just ask to have the car put in “working order,” that kind of general statement can lead directly to unnecessary work. On your initial visit make certain, you get a copy of the work authorization that you sign or a general estimate of the total cost of the repairs. Don’t leave until you do. Ask the repair garage, to telephone you when the exact work to be done has been determinned. When you receive the call say you now want to return to the station, to obtain another work order itemizing the cost of each repair to be made.