SAN DIEGO (KGTV) -- Common car repairs can really add up over time, eating away at your paycheck.
Among the usual culprits are oil changes, wiper blades, batteries and new tires. Some of these repairs are work you can do yourself to save some cash while others, such as brake work, should be done by a professional.
The list below shows the 10 most common repairs, according to carcare.org, as well as prices from Angie’s List:
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1. Oil/oil filter changed
At a shop - $20 to $70 depending on the type of oil
DIY - If you have the necessary tools, this one could save you a bit of cash but, according to 20 Something Finance, if you don't have things like the oil drain pan and a jack, it pays to take it to the shop.
2. Wiper blades replacement
At a shop – Between $8 and $16
DIY – This is something you can easily do yourself, but it costs about the same.
3. Replace air filter
At a shop – $20 to $50
DIY - $15 to $25 for the cost of the air filter.
4. Scheduled maintenance
At a shop – Varies
5. New tires
At a shop – Average of $637
DIY – Don’t try this at home.
6. Battery replacement
At a shop – Between $50 and $200
DIY – There’s really no need to do it yourself. Most car parts stores will help you replace the battery right then and there.
7. Brake work
At a shop - Varies depending on the type of work that needs to be done.
DIY – Don’t try this at home.
8. Antifreeze added
At a shop – Between $100 and $144
DIY – Parts and fluid can cost roughly $30, according to autoservicecosts.com.
9. Engine tune-up
At a shop – Can cost betwen $40 and $800 depending on what you need done, according to costhelper.com.
DIY - Varies widely depending on what needs to be done.
10. Wheels aligned/balanced
At a shop – Between $100 and $150 for a four-wheel alignment.
DIY - Unless you have a lot of equipment laying around and know how to align your wheels, it pays to take your vehicle to the shop.
