About Business
Big Al's Mufflers and Brakes brings expert Car Repair solutions to the local community in Newport News, VA, Newport News. From Auto repair shop, Muffler shop to complex Car Repair projects, they maintain high standards of service quality. Local residents in Newport News, VA appreciate their attention to detail, leading to a consistent 4.3/5 rating from 452 reviewers. By focusing on the specific requirements of the Newport News, VA area, they have built a loyal following among local Car Repair customers. Explore their full range of Car Repair services and see why they are a preferred choice for customers across Newport News, VA and beyond.
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Alicia Miller

★★★★★
2 months ago
Trust-worthy and did an excellent job fixing muffler(s) on my Mustang! Would highly recommend!
Melissa Hopkins

★★★★★
8 months ago
I came in for an oil change, the employees took my information, my vehicles information and keys and less than 5 minutes my vehicle was on the lift being serviced. It was less than 15 minutes in and out. They were fast, efficient and friendly. I will definitely return. On a side note. I have never been to a cleaner auto shop. The bays were immaculate and the office/reception area was very clean . Great job.
Bobby Hodges

★★★★★
Edited 7 months ago
I had a broken heater control valve on my 2017 Nissan Titan. My truck was blowing hot air when I used the A/C unit. I brought the part and asked Big Al's to install it for me. I asked them to install the part for me Friday afternoon. They told me they could install the part Saturday morning if I could get there early. I arrived at 7am. They opened at 8am. There were two customers ahead of me. They started work on my truck at 8:45. They were done at 9:30. My truck was blowing cold air. Big Al's does excellent work at a fair price. They saved me over two hundred dollars less than what the dealership was charging. I'm not taking my truck anywhere else but Big Al's for repairs. They have the best mechanics and prices in the area.
Ricky Turner

★★★★★
2 months ago
Great fast service, very quality work and could very easily understand your situation and tell you ahead of time what would they have to do
Bob Esser

★★★★★
7 months ago
I've been coming to Big Al's for many years for my oil changes. I can't buy the supplies and do it myself for the price they charge me. What a terrific value. Plus, the guys there are awesome and friendly. They never disappoint.
Linda Bradley

★★★★★
a month ago
Nice people, good service, good value! They take walk-ins but it’s best to make an appointment.
Macoi Spencer

★★★★★
7 months ago
Tom is literally the best. Made the process of getting my headlight repaired both easy and efficient! His team hopped on the job quick and handled the repair in under 24 hours! This location has some of the best management, definitely reliable and recommended!
Ryan Wiktor

★★★★★
5 months ago
Scheduled appt for alignment at the Newport News location. Vehicle was promptly taken in at its scheduled time and completed within 30 min. Price was by far best around; 30 to 40 bucks cheaper than anyone else. Couldn't be happier!
Steven Fulcher

★
☆☆☆☆
2 months ago
After I seen the prices you gave me to fix my car and i told a bunch of other people about it. When yall inspected my car and added more problems to it and i showed paper work the prices to everyone i know and to the person that worked on my car they all said never go back again because they are expensive as hell and probably much more. After reading all these comments it's weird to me that they keep coming back i guess ill never understand it
Siomaaa Mejia

★★★★★
4 months ago
Excelente servicio! Mr.Geoff was able to get me on their schedule for an oil change same day. Kyle was my tech and worked fast to get my car back on time.
Larell Atkins

★★★★★
7 months ago
Fast and professional service. I had them rehang an aftermarket exhaust and change the exhaust tip location. Welds look decent and the price was less than expected. I will be back, for sure.
Morris Banda

★★
☆☆☆
2 months ago
I purchased a muffler 4 or so years back and the tailpipe broke away from it. Took it by their shop to ask the desk person? if it could belooked at the se if it can be repaired and he said i would have to get an appt to look under the truck to see if it could be repaired. Rude and would not spend 2 or 3 minutes to look under the truck to see if it could be repaired. I willnever go back there. Their business is going downhill, they will be closed before long with this type of customer service
Ricky Redford

★★★★★
4 months ago
Had appt at 11:00. Took me right in they took care of my exhaust and out of there. Tom and his crew did a great job quickly and at a great price!!! I highly recommend this store for your automotive needs. Thanks guys.
Jacquelyn Y McLendon

★★★★★
a month ago
I was so relieved that the problem was just that I needed a new battery and that big al’s didn’t try to take me for a ride. They found the problem quickly and gave me options. This is the second good experience I’ve had with them and will definitely use them again.
Elaine Leonard

★
☆☆☆☆
2 months ago
I took my car in bc it would quit running. Spent over $700 bucks and the next day it quit running. They tried to charge me another $600 bc they said the fuel pump went bad in ONE day. Talked them down to $400 even tho it should have been free under rules of comeback repair. Picked it up 2 days later and it quit on me the next day. I’ve spent over $1000 and the problem has NOT been fixed.
Kelly Carrington

★★★★★
6 months ago
In the middle of moving to our new house, we realized the exhaust system was in extremely bad shape. We drove up to Big Al’s to hopefully get in quickly and at first we had to make an appointment for days later. Within 15 minutes we got a call back asking us to bring it back up and they would get on it to get it fixed. They called back and let us know all the details of what they found. Gave us some options and got it done for us in a very timely manner. We couldn’t be more appreciative to those guys!! Great service. Great price! I would recommend them to everyone in need of their services.
Travis Beach

★★★★★
3 weeks ago
Solid service. Quick appointment. Could have upcharged and overcharged me but didn't. Great company. Cannot recommend this enough
Bobby Johnson

★★★★★
2 months ago
Big Al’s has been very good to me both times I’ve been there. That’s why I just recurrently went back to have them do some work and they didn’t disappoint. You can take material to them or have them do everything and they will work with you. I will be going back to Big Al’s for anything dealing with my muffler and piping.
C M

★
☆☆☆☆
2 weeks ago
First, let me start by saying if you care about your vehicle, then I'd definitely think about going to another place. I luckily just wanted a very very simple muffler delete and which the guy priced it and I thought it was a little steep and he charged me for 6ft of pipe only used 42in (I measured it) and the new pipe that was used was way smaller in diameter than my factory pipe and the guy welding should be ashamed of himself for putting out those JB welds, ive done better welds with a harbor freight wire fed welder without any gas. Needless to say they lost my busy and anybody that I know. Dont sell yourself short people take it to the professionals
Dan Shealey

★★★★★
a month ago
Great experience working with William Perry and his staff! They changed out my water pump in a timely manner! Quickly rescheduled my repair action when there was a cancelation. Highly recommend using Big Al's Automotive for all services! Top Notch!