About Business
Wittl Wrenchin', LLC is a leading Car Repair specialist serving the Roanoke area. They provide a wide variety of solutions, including Car repair and maintenance service, Service establishment, and other Car Repair tasks. Boasting a solid 5.0/5 rating from 44 verified reviews, their reputation precedes them. As a locally-owned business in , they are deeply committed to providing honest and reliable Car Repair support to their neighbors. If you are in need of Car Repair assistance, we invite you to reach out to them today or visit their location in .
Google Reviews
Teo Grochowski
★
☆☆☆☆
Edited 11 months ago
Update as of April 2025: After using Wittl servives all I can say is everything has gone negative. Personality/Friendliness = 5 stars Quality = 5 stars Pricing = 5 stars Communication / Responsiveness = negative 5 stars. While in the middle of "fixing" one vehicle, Derek claimed he needed to get a tool not with him. He then advised he couldn't find his and had to order a replacement. Never saw or heard from him since. It has now been months. I noticed his website has been modified removing the ability to schedule an appointment. I have 2 other cars (3 total) requiring repairs necessary to pass inspection. I've texted him numerous times with no response. I've called and have never received an answer or callback. It's now been months of radio silence. I'm going to have to seek alternate repair support and unless he responds I can no longer recommend him. You really are rolling the dice if he'll respond or follow through. Might even file with the BBB. (Revised. I am filing. This is ridiculous). I prefer to post positive reviews and this is only my second negative Google review in years. I'll revise or delete this post if he every contacts me otherwise remember the saying "caveat emptor," which means "let the buyer beware". Good luck if you use him! Derek: If you see this and care, please contact me. I'll gladly take it down or upgrade to a favorable review. But, I need to hear from you. 4/5/2025 ==================================================== Had a chance encounter at a local Roanoke auto part store where Derek (the owner of Wrenchin' happened to also be shopping) provided some significant insight to the staff and myself regarding an auto repair I was performing. Back at the ranch, so to say, I was flummoxed how to resolve my repair and scheduled a service call. On arrival, Derek resolved the issue within minutes and then refused payment (so I tipped heavy). Anyhow, based on first hand experience I HIGHLY recommend giving him a call. I've also heard from other clients and auto part store staff that he is very professional, very price reasonable and a down to earth individual. I'll definitely be using his services again.
Dylan Barnes
★★★★★
2 years ago
I've used Derek's services several times over the past couple of years and can't say enough good things about him. He is very knowledgeable, prices are more than fair and very easy to communicate with. Truly appreciate the work you do. Highly recommend
Ella Linson
★★★★★
a year ago
Derek is awesome ! So grateful for this type of service in the area. Mobile Mechanic. Genius. He was in an out in under 2 hours fixing my rocker engine tick. Super reasonably priced and so kind. Excited to have found him.
Sarah Nathan
★
☆☆☆☆
Edited 10 months ago
Trying to make an appt with him and he said he was on vacation with his family that week. That’s fine, no big deal. I wait a whole week and message him. No response no big deal but I really need my car fixed. Today I messaged him and still no response. If I have to tow my car I will but I would appreciate some sort of acknowledgment to the text. Won’t bother in the future. The poor review reflects the lack of communication - not the work performance.
Heather Brumfield
★★★★★
a year ago
I had a spark plug that popped out of my car and took the threads with it. He came the next day I spoke to him and fixed it! And the price was amazing! He was so nice. Thank you so much!
Dana Draughn
★
☆☆☆☆
11 months ago
Derek stood me up twice. I was left waiting in a parking lot over 30 min waiting for him to show up. I had to reach out to him and when he finally replied the first time he said his “wife didn’t wake him up” and the second time he was repairing something at his house. Be wary using his service as he very well may leave you stranded.
Mike Creasy
★★★★★
a year ago
Derek is a amazing mechanic and explains what your vehicle needs and doesn't charge a arm and leg . He's is fast and courteous and really reasonable on his prices
Rchard Staton
★★★★★
6 months ago
Was recommended by a friend and I must say did great work, will be using him again. thank you for your work today. Will be sending friends and family to you
Jonathan Wilson
★★★★★
a year ago
This might have been the best experience I have had with a mechanic. I was a little skeptical at first about having someone come to my house to fix my 2011 Honda Odyssey van. Turned out to be the best decision that I could ever make. Communication was great, and the work was done in a very timely manner. Price was very reasonable For replacing an alternator. Will definitely be my go to mechanic from now on if I have vehicle problems!
Grant Hall
★★★★★
11 months ago
Ignore the negative reviews—those folks clearly don’t understand how local businesses like this work. Absolutely top-notch work! This is the kind of honest, skilled mechanic you hope to find but rarely do. Every job I've had Derek work on has been handled with care, precision, and a genuine pride in the craft. It’s a one-man operation, so patience goes a long way—but the quality makes it more than worth it. If you want top tier quality work without the up-sale of a dealership and the price of a "name brand" shop, this is your guy.
J M
★
☆☆☆☆
10 months ago
I had gotten my front brakes fixed for the first time and he had to check them because they still made a loud noise. Come to find out I needed the back brakes replaced as well. Also, and the front ones after he looked at it stopped making the noise. He replaced a drive shaft and before he replaced it my car was sitting for 2 weeks. I had to slowly drive it to a safe place and no transmission fluid was leaking. When Derek came to put it on he didn't install it properly at first because he preassembled the pieces so it wouldn't fit right. He had to take the pieces apart to get it to fit. After he put it in, I noticed my car was making noise and stalling. I told him right away. Someone took pictures and the transmission fluid was leaking. He accidentally bent the bolt with the line because where it had broken there is no way physically possible it could've damaged that. I respect accountability and no one is perfect. But to blame it on the drive shaft when it didn't leak until after you had a hard time putting it in is not with me. I am taking it to a repair shop to make sure they putthe bolt and line on correctly. I try to support businesses especially small businesses but if you broke it by accident say something and don't just cover it up. I asked him for a refund in the labor costs he said no. He will charge me $160 to put the new fluid and bolt in. I'm not paying to have anyone fix a mistake they made to my car. Won't be going back anymore. In the interim communication with him is very poor in regards to responde time.Unfortunately.
Firstofname Lastofname
★★★★★
11 months ago
Derek has serviced many of my cars over the years and he gets five stars! He’s knowledgeable, professional, and trustworthy. Thank you for keeping my Volvos in top shape!
Beth Gogel
★★★★★
10 months ago
Derek has always been quick to respond and reliable! He is a great, honest mechanic! I’ve used Derek for years and have recommended him to everyone! 100000/10!
Nolan Brundige
★★
☆☆☆
a year ago
At first, I had a great experience with wittl wrenchin. It was easy to make an appointment and the quoted price was fair. He was almost an hour late, no big deal as I had the day off. He changed my front rotors and pads and also changed my rear drums and shoes. It went smoothly and he was done fairly quickly. My problem started after her left, I test drove the car for about 10mins and everything went fine, awesome. About a day or two later, I noticed smoke and a super strong brake smell coming from my driver side rear drum. I reached out and he said he'd come take a look at it. He never showed up and when I reached out again,he said he had family emergency. Fine, no problem let's reschedule. This is when I never heard back from him. I reached back out 5 days ago and still nothing. It has been over a month now, so I had the problem fixed at another shop and had to spend more money. So if you want someone to stand by their work after the job is done, wittl wrenchin may not be the best choice.
Robyn Forbes
★★★★★
6 months ago
Professional and efficient. I had my car diagnosed and repaired within a few hours while I was at work. Communication was transparent and helpful. Very accommodating. Hopefully I don't need a mechanic again anytime soon, but I'm definitely bookmarking this one.
Chad Johnson
★
☆☆☆☆
5 months ago
Contacted Wittl to work on my truck. He told me he was out a week. Completely understandable. But he also told me he would get a price together that night. Never heard from him so I texted him asking if he ever came up with a price but never heard anything back from him. Completely unprofessional and horrible communication. If you didn’t wanna do the work just say so and I’ll gladly take my money to else where.
Jose Flores
★★★★★
3 months ago
Great mobile mechanic. Came out to my work place to do the work. Did a great job and great prices. Definitely recommend him.
Hope R
★★★★★
3 weeks ago
We've been using Derek for years now. I am consistently pleased by the level of service and expertise that Derek provides!
Kevin Schulz
★★★★★
2 months ago
I initially hired Wittl Wrenchin to look over a vehicle I had purchased to let me know of any issues I should be aware of. I have since hired him to do a couple repairs and will continue to use him for servicing my vehicles going forward! He is personable, honest, fairly priced, and I highly recommend his services! I only wish I had found his business sooner! It is amazingly convenient having him come to me! Thank you!!!
Emily Witt
★★★★★
2 months ago
I have been a customer of Derek’s for 6 years! He is a great mechanic who goes above and beyond for his customers. Great communication and prices.
