CarRect is currently in beta testing (until October 31, 2026) — protection is $9.90 per case while we test our system, deducted from the $89/year plan if you join
The repair shop watchdog BETA

Never face a repair shop alone.Take an expert with you.

When your car goes in for repair, we make sure you're not overcharged. We deal with the shop for you — from booking the appointment to reviewing every recommended repair against independent repair-price data, negotiating the cost with the repair shop when necessary, and advising you on what to approve or decline. You say yes or no to each repair yourself.

BETA

This isn't a cut-price service — it's the full service, in testing. We're taking a limited number of cases while we prove our system.

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CarRect
● protecting your repair
Your shop quoted $950 for the brake job.
We checked every line — $390 of it isn't needed.
Fair price for the real fix: $560. Reply YES to approve.
YES ✓
You just saved $390
How it works

You tell us once.
We handle the rest.

1
You

Tell us what's wrong

Tell us what's wrong with your car and which repair shop you want to take it to.

2
Us

We call the shop and book your appointment

We call the repair shop, book your appointment, and send them a report on your car's problem and history — so they're prepared and ready for you when you arrive.

3
You

Drop the car off

You drop the car off and say one line:

"CarRect handles the car."
4
Us

We handle the shop

We handle all communication with the shop from that moment: we negotiate the price, double-check the diagnosis, and confirm every charge is justified and fairly priced.

5
Us

We tell you what we found

We inform you of our conclusion, advise you on which repair to accept and which to reject, wait for your yes, and take your decision back to the shop.

6
You

Car's ready

We inform you when the car is done, you pick it up and pay the shop directly.

An example of what we do

Watch the bill shrink.

A typical brake job with charges that weren't needed.

Shop quote#4471
Brake pads (front)$140
Brake discs (front)$150
Labor (install)$270
Caliper rebuild$260
Brake fluid flush$130
Total$950
CarRect quote✓
Brake pads (front)$140
Brake discs (front)$150
Labor (install)$270
Caliper rebuild$260
Brake fluid flush$130
Fair price$560
$390 saved
Why CarRect

Three reasons car owners trust us.

🔧

Automotive know-how

Automotive training on our side of the table, so we know what to ask and what to look for.

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Real price data

Every part and every hour compared with independent repair-price data, so you can see what similar work typically costs in your area. We show our sources, and prices are estimates, not shop quotes.

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Experienced negotiators

Firm where it counts, courteous throughout.

Pricing

$9.90 during beta.

We're taking on a limited number of real repair cases before October 31, 2026.

An average shop visit runs $300–500. Catch one charge you don't need, and our service pays for itself on your very first visit.

Beta testing period ends Oct 31
$9.90
per case during beta · deducted from the $89/year plan if you join · after beta $59 per case
  • ✓We book and call the shop
  • ✓Every charge checked against what it should cost
  • ✓You say yes or no to each repair yourself
  • ✓Full refund if the shop won't work with us
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In return, we ask for honest feedback and a review of our service.

Reserve your launch price

$89/year for early members. No payment now. Your price stays reserved until we tell you otherwise, and we'll give you at least 14 days' notice before that changes.

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$89/year is reserved for you. We'll email you when we launch.

Takes two minutes.

Step 1 — Your details

We'll use your name to authorize with the shop — your phone number and email are never shared.

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If you choose yes, you consent to receive text messages from CarRect about your case — and a phone call in the rare case of an urgent safety issue. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. If you can't receive texts, we'll use email and phone instead.

Please fill in all fields. Make sure your phone numbers match.

Step 2 — Your car

The more we know, the sharper our report to the shop.

Found on your registration, insurance card, or lower-left dashboard. If you don't have it, we'll look it up from your plate.
Optional — but every detail helps us get you the right fix.
Please fill in the car, year, plate, mileage and the problem.

Step 3 — The shop

⚠ Double-check these details — this is who we'll be calling on your behalf.
Please fill in the shop name, state, city and phone.

Step 4 — Timing

Don't take the car in yet — we'll text you when it's booked.

⏰ The shop holds this time just for you. Please show up, or tell us at least 24 hours ahead if you need to change it. After beta, a no-show means we keep part of your payment.
Sunday: we're closed Sundays.
CarRect may book any slot within the availability you've selected. Times are local to the repair shop.
Most shops charge $100–200 for a diagnosis. We won't approve more than this without asking you.
Please tell us when the car can go in.

Step 5 — Authorize

Nothing is approved without your consent — this just lets us speak for you.

Please sign and accept the terms.
Something went wrong submitting your case. Please check your connection and try again — nothing has been sent yet.
Beta: $9.90 per case · secure card payment by Stripe · full refund if the shop won't work with us
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You're registered.

We'll be in touch within 24 hours — by text, to the number you gave us.

01Don't go to the shop yet — wait for our text.
02When you go, just say: "CarRect handles the car." They know.
03Anything extra? Send them to us. Approve nothing yourself.
04We contact you before any work begins.
See what happens next

FAQ

We catch overcharging attempts in both labor and parts, negotiate down or remove what's unnecessary, and tell you exactly what we found — even when negotiation doesn't succeed, so you can decide what to do.
No. Once we've confirmed the appointment by text, drop the car off, say "CarRect handles the car" at the desk, and leave. We handle everything from there.
We call them directly from a dedicated CarRect number as an independent representative acting on your behalf.
1) We can call and guide you on exactly what to say to the shop yourself, 2) We can help you find another shop (our services continue uninterrupted, no need to pay again), 3) You get a full refund (once we start charging for our services). Your choice.
We contact the shop within 24 hours, usually much sooner. Most cases are resolved the same day the car goes in.
Yes — the shop needs your name to confirm the car belongs to you. We share your name only, never your phone number or email address.
They contact us, not you. We assess whether the work is necessary and contact you with a clear recommendation before anything is approved.
No. We guarantee an independent review of every charge. If the quote is fair, we confirm it.
Yes, for most repairs: engine, brakes, electrical, tires, diagnostics and more. We don't handle accident or collision damage claims or commercial vehicles. If your car isn't safe to drive, have it towed and we'll help from the shop.
We are only ever paid by car owners. Never by shops or parts suppliers.
Yes. Payments are processed by Stripe. We never see or store your card details. You get a receipt by email.
It keeps bookings serious, so repair shops keep their times for real customers. You get full protection. The $9.90 is deducted from the $89/year plan if you join, and you get it all back if the shop won't work with us.
Currently the United States. More markets coming soon.
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