Method
Mechanic

Mobile Automotive Diagnostics

The Method

Identify the fault.
Prove the failure.
Eliminate the doubt.

Method Mechanic provides on-site troubleshooting for shops and fleet operators facing those difficult “problem vehicles.” We handle the cases that aren’t obvious, routine, or easy to pin down.

We dig into complex electrical faults, drivability issues, and system-level failures that require specialized tooling and actual testing. We don’t just lean on a scan tool and a guess.

Our process is built on finding the root cause and backing it up with hard data. We provide a clear, verified report so your team can perform the repair with total confidence.

Stop swapping parts and start moving cars. We skip the assumptions and deliver solid diagnostic work.

Diagnostic Rates & Service Visit Details

Service Details Rate
Dispatch & Preliminary Review
Covers travel to your location and a 15-minute technical assessment to establish a precise diagnostic path and time estimate.
Our preliminary testing is used to build a transparent time estimate for the pinpoint repair. Any further deep-dive testing is fully discussed and pre-approved before standard hourly rates apply.
$100
Asian & Domestic Diagnostic
Expert troubleshooting for standard Asian and domestic makes.
Includes circuit testing, electrical analysis, and drivability issues.
$150/hr
European / Hybrid / Fully Electric
Specialized diagnostics for high-voltage and European systems.
This covers complex electrical patterns and vehicles requiring advanced tooling or deeper system access.
$230/hr
Dealership Support / Escalation Diagnostic
For “unfixable” cases, repeat failures, or vehicles that have already been to other shops without success.
This is premium-level support for the most difficult diagnostic challenges.
$320/hr
Additional Services
Remote Review + Programming

Remote Review Consultation

$60

A remote expert analysis of your data. Send over your photos, videos, scan tool screenshots, or scope captures for professional direction.

  • Focuses on one specific vehicle concern and circuit.
  • Two-step response: (1) Initial expert direction and verify-on-vehicle steps; (2) One follow-up for clarification.
  • Note: This is a guidance service, not a substitute for an in-person diagnostic.
If the issue requires confirmation steps, on-vehicle testing, or extended support, it will need to be scheduled as an on-site diagnostic visit and billed under the applicable hourly rate.
Mobile Module Programming COMING SOON

We are currently finalizing our tooling and OEM subscriptions. Selective factory-level programming will be available soon.

  • Stay tuned for a list of supported makes and models.

No open-ended diagnostic billing: Any diagnostic time beyond the initial preliminary review is discussed and approved before work continues.

🔧 Fleet & shop partnerships: Recurring diagnostic support and dedicated scheduling available for repair shops and fleet accounts.

Payment

💳 Cards: Accepted via Square (due at time of service).

💵 Cash: Exact change only.

📨 Receipts: Digital receipts sent instantly upon completion.

Notes

⚙️ Diagnostics focus: I specialize in finding the problem. Once identified, I provide a detailed report so your chosen technician can perform the repair with total confidence.

📍 Travel: Service within the highlighted map area is included. Locations outside this zone incur a $15 base fee plus $0.25 per mile.

Scheduling & Availability

Services are strictly by appointment only.

Most on-site diagnostics are performed on weekends and are booked on a first-come, first-served basis.

Fleet & Shop Partners: Limited weekday evening slots may be available by special request.

When to Call Us

Method Mechanic is a specialized resource for when a vehicle is stuck in a bay and stalling your production. We isolate the fault and provide the specific direction your team needs to get the job finished.

  • Electrical & Intermittent: Parasitic draws, voltage drops, and ghost faults that won’t stay consistent.
  • HVAC Pinpoint Diagnostics: Specialized testing for superheating and cooling issues or identifying failed internal components.
  • Drivability & No-Starts: Complex charging issues or performance faults that are consuming too many billable hours.
  • Network & CAN-Bus: Communication faults, module wake-up issues, and high-level second opinions on difficult comebacks.
Vehicle Coverage: 1996 and newer (OBD-II). We do not service classic or legacy systems.

Request a Diagnostic

Please include the following details so we can better understand the request:

  • Full name
  • Phone number
  • Year / Make / Model of the vehicle
  • Main concern, symptom, warning light, or diagnostic issue

Serving Utah County, Salt Lake County and surrounding areas.

Disclaimer: Diagnostic findings are based on the conditions present at the time of testing. Some issues are intermittent and may not appear during the initial inspection. Diagnostic fees are non-refundable once testing begins. If a problem changes or returns, a discounted follow-up diagnostic may be offered at my discretion.