You got a repair quote you don't understand. We review it for you — in plain English, within 24 hours — so you know exactly where you stand before you authorize anything.
Repair shops hand you a quote with parts, labor codes, and numbers that mean nothing if you don't know cars. Most people just pay it — or get a second physical opinion that costs time they don't have. Heardworx gives you a real expert review, delivered to your inbox, before you hand over a dollar.
We tell you what the estimate actually means, whether the work is legitimate, and what's optional vs. urgent.
We look at parts, labor rates, and whether the quote is in line with what the work actually costs in your market.
Every report ends with a clear recommendation — approve it, negotiate it, get a second physical opinion, or walk away.
No phone calls, no waiting rooms, no appointments. Order from your phone and get your answer in 24 hours.
Upload a photo of your repair estimate or a screenshot of your OBD scan results. Takes 30 seconds.
Our advisor reviews your submission with 20 years of hands-on experience behind every line item.
A plain-English written report lands in your inbox within 24 hours — with a clear recommendation on what to do next.
Remote advisory reports start at $35. Priced low on purpose — because the alternative is handing over hundreds you didn't need to spend.
Got a quote from a shop? We break it down line by line — parts, labor, markups — and tell you exactly what it means and whether it's fair.
Order This ReportGet both reports together. Perfect if you have a repair estimate and want to understand the codes driving it.
Order the BundleDashboard light on? We explain exactly what your OBD diagnostic codes mean, how serious they are, and what to do next.
Order This ReportHands-on inspections at our O'Hare area shop, or we come to you. Book straight to our calendar — no phone tag, no back-and-forth.
Bring your vehicle to us. We do a hands-on visual inspection and give you a verbal assessment of the vehicle's condition and any outstanding concerns.
Book via CalendlyEverything in the visual inspection, plus a written advisory report delivered to your email — ideal for pre-purchase inspections or major repair decisions.
Book via CalendlyFor vehicles that can't be driven — we come to your location. Pricing is based on distance and scope of inspection. Contact us for a quote before booking.
Contact for QuoteHeardworx is run by a working mechanic based in Chicago with two decades in the industry. Not an algorithm. Not a chatbot. A real person who has seen every upsell, every unnecessary repair, and every overcharged labor line — and knows how to spot them.
The name says it all: heard + hardworks. Someone finally heard you. And the expertise behind every report is hard-earned.
About Heardworx"Our reports are written by our advisor and formatted with AI tools for clarity and consistency."
Most questions are answered below. If yours isn't, get in touch.
Full FAQGoogle gives you general information. Heardworx reviews your specific estimate or codes — the exact parts, the exact labor hours, the exact dollar amounts — and gives you a specific opinion on whether it's legitimate and fair. That's a different thing entirely.
You'll get an email confirmation right after payment. Your written report is delivered to your inbox within 24 hours. No login required — just check your email.
Reply directly to your report email. We'll answer follow-up questions on the same order. For a more in-depth conversation, consider booking a live video consultation.