Brake Service
Rotor replacement, caliper repair, and wheel rotation. Brakes get inspected and priced before anything is touched. Brake caliper repair and rotor work are done in-house, same visit when parts are available.
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4.6 from 46 Google reviewsAuto Repair in Highlands, TX
Brakes, suspension, A/C, and alignment handled in-house by Joel Gomez, six days a week.
- Mon–Sat: 8:30 AM–6 PM
- Houston, TX
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What does your car need?
Engine01 / 08 General Mechanic · Motor Mount See 2 services
Brakes02 / 08 Brake Caliper · Brake Rotor See 2 services
Suspension03 / 08 Ball Joint · Control Arm · Shock Absorber +2 See 5 services
Steering04 / 08 Center Bar Link · Idler Arm · Pitman Arm +3 See 6 services
CV Axle05 / 08 CV Axle View service
A/C06 / 08 Auto Air Conditioning · Car AC See 2 services
Electrical07 / 08 Auto Electrical View service
Alignment08 / 08 Wheel Alignment View service
Overview
Highlands Auto Repair That Goes Deeper
Auto repair in Highlands, TX is what Gomez Auto Repair Services LLC does, and Joel handles the work himself at 152 W Mt Houston Rd. If your car needs brake rotor replacement, suspension work, A/C service, or a 4-wheel alignment, this shop does all of it under one roof. Joel's got 46 Google reviews at a 4.6-star average. That's not an accident. Call (832) 991-9850 and get a price before you commit.
Highlands sits in Harris County, and vehicles out here take a beating. Hail storms, flash floods, and Gulf hurricane seasons are real threats to suspension and electrical components. Flood conditions stress CV axles, motor mounts, and brake calipers in ways a dry-climate shop wouldn't see coming. Joel sees it routinely. The shop is open Monday through Saturday, 8:30 AM to 6 PM, making same-day service realistic for most repairs.
Joel Antonio Gomez DuarteOwner · answers the phone(832) 991-9850
Services Gomez Handles for Highlands Drivers
One shop for the jobs other places refer out.
A/C Service
Highlands summers are not optional. If the air stopped blowing cold, that's a same-day call. Joel does car A/C repair and auto air conditioning repair in-house, no referrals.
Suspension and Steering
Shocks, struts, control arms, ball joints, tie rods, rack and pinion, sway bar links, idler arm, pitman arm, center bar links. The full list. Most shops send this work away.
CV Axle and Drivetrain
Flood exposure and rough roads accelerate CV axle wear. CV axle repair is handled in-house. Joel shows you the worn part before replacing it.
4-Wheel Alignment
If suspension work was done, alignment needs to follow. Both happen here. Wheel rotation service is included when tires need it. No separate shop visit required.
General Mechanic and Electrical
Engine diagnostics, motor mounts, shock absorber replacement, electrical troubleshooting. If it's under the hood, Joel likely handles it. Call first to confirm.
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Why Highlands Vehicles Wear Differently
Harris County's flood risk is real. Highlands sits in a zone with high exposure to flash flooding, and vehicles that get hit by standing water take specific kinds of damage.
Brake rotors and calipers corrode faster. Suspension bushings and CV axles wear out sooner when they're regularly soaked. Electrical gremlins show up after flood events in ways that aren't obvious at first. Joel works on vehicles from this area and knows what to look for. He's not guessing from a checklist.
The hail and storm activity here also does a number on wheel alignment over time, since road surfaces and vehicle loading shift after severe weather. If your car has been through a rough Houston-area storm season, an alignment check and suspension inspection make sense before the next one arrives.
WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY
Real Reviews from Gomez Customers
4.6
46 verified Google reviewsHighly recommend this place. Owner very knowledgeable and courteous, and quoted me price beforehand, and fixed that same day! They have a waiting area to sit and watch tv.
Yvette GarzaDon't hesitate to go to this place, I've finally found an honest mechanic
Hector DuranGreat service, and they are very friendly and reliable.
fernando velascoJoel is assume go see him!! Pricing is GREAT!!
Ratonda IrbyGo my alignment done and they also gave me a helpful advice on my tire rings very much recommend and it’s cheap too
Dhruv PatelYou can be comfortable bringing your car to Gomez. I had an alignment done. He was able to get it in top shape after I had my whole suspension system replaced.. He’s also very kind and price friendly. Thank you Mr. Gomez.
ossports19 smithMr. Gomez was honest and truly a godsend. I knew coming in that I would need to have major work done on my vehicle. He showed me the problems and explained in detail what needed to be done. It is always a challenge going to get mechanic work done as being a woman. I felt at ease and grateful for his expertise. I definitely will bring my family vehicles from no on.
V CruzExcellent shop. Got my front suspension fix in good time and price.
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What Auto Repair Costs in Highlands, TX
Joel quotes the price before the work starts. That's not standard everywhere. What drives cost on any repair is the specific component, the vehicle make and model, and what else gets found during inspection. A brake job on a truck costs more than on a compact. Suspension work varies by how many components need replacing and whether alignment is required after. A/C repair depends on whether it's a refrigerant recharge or a failed compressor. Every job is different. Contact Gomez Auto Repair Services LLC at (832) 991-9850 for an accurate estimate on your vehicle.
Quick Facts for Highlands Drivers
What matters most when choosing a shop near Highlands.
Open Six Days
Monday through Saturday, 8:30 AM to 6 PM. Closed Sundays. More available than most dealerships.
Owner Does the Work
Joel Antonio Gomez Duarte works the shop. The person answering the phone is the person working on your car.
46 Google Reviews
4.6-star average across 46 reviews. Those are real Gomez customers, not platform-generated scores.
Se Habla Espanol
Bilingual shop. English and Spanish. No translator needed to explain a suspension problem or confirm a price.
No Referrals for Suspension
Rack and pinion, pitman arm, idler arm, center bar links. This shop does the hard stuff. You won't get handed off.
Price Quoted First
Customers consistently mention this in reviews. Joel tells you the number before the wrench turns.
Service area
Also Serving Nearby Areas
Gomez Auto Repair is reachable from communities across the north and east Houston area.
The shop
152 W Mt Houston Rd
Houston, TX 77037
Call Gomez Auto Repair for Highlands Service
Highlands vehicles. Real repairs. Joel answers the phone.
Shop hours
- MonToday 8:30 AM–6 PM
- TueToday 8:30 AM–6 PM
- WedToday 8:30 AM–6 PM
- ThuToday 8:30 AM–6 PM
- FriToday 8:30 AM–6 PM
- SatToday 8:30 AM–6 PM
- SunToday Closed
Frequently asked questions
Does Gomez Auto Repair serve Highlands, TX?
Yes. Gomez Auto Repair Services LLC at 152 W Mt Houston Rd is accessible from Highlands and handles brake service, suspension, A/C, alignment, CV axle repair, and general mechanic work in-house. Joel's open Monday through Saturday, 8:30 AM to 6 PM. Call (832) 991-9850 to confirm same-day availability for your specific repair.
How much does auto repair cost for Highlands, TX vehicles?
Cost depends on the component, the vehicle, and what gets found during inspection. A brake job, a suspension repair, and an A/C fix each have a different range based on parts and labor. Joel quotes the price before starting. Customers in reviews specifically mention he gives the number upfront. Call (832) 991-9850 for an accurate estimate on your vehicle. Every job is different.
Do Highlands vehicles have specific suspension problems worth knowing about?
Highlands sits in a Harris County flood zone with high exposure to flash flooding and severe storm seasons, including hail and Gulf hurricanes. Flood events accelerate wear on CV axles, motor mounts, and brake components. Hail and rough road conditions after storms shift alignment. If your vehicle has been through a hard storm season, a suspension inspection and alignment check are worth the visit before the next one.
Does Joel Gomez handle electrical problems on Highlands vehicles?
Yes. Auto electrical service is part of what Gomez Auto Repair handles in-house. Post-flood electrical issues are a known problem for vehicles in high-risk areas like Highlands. Joel does diagnostics and electrical troubleshooting on-site. Call (832) 991-9850 and describe what your car is doing so he can tell you upfront whether it's something the shop handles.
Is the shop bilingual for Highlands Spanish-speaking customers?
Yes. The shop operates in English and Spanish. For customers in and around Highlands who prefer to explain a repair or hear a price in Spanish, that's not a problem. Joel can walk through what your car needs in both languages. Call (832) 991-9850 directly.
What suspension work does Gomez Auto Repair handle that most Highlands shops don't?
Rack and pinion, pitman arm, idler arm, and center bar links are jobs many general shops refer out. Joel handles all of them in-house, plus control arms, ball joints, tie rods, sway bar links, and shocks. Joel handles all of them in-house, plus control arms, ball joints, tie rods, sway bar links, and shocks. If you've been told suspension work needs to go elsewhere, it's worth calling Gomez first at (832) 991-9850 to confirm whether the job can be done there instead.
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