Posted on 1/29/2021
Dear Friends and Family, When Suburb Service’s owner Candy Johns passed away a few short months ago, so very many of you responded with warmth and kindness, and let us know how loved Candy was in the North Seattle community that her shop served. We are forever grateful for the love and care you showed all of us here at Suburb Service, especially to Howard Musolf, her husband. We understand that there may be some anxiety over what her passing wil mean to our shop. There are some ventures that are too specific to a person to continue when they pass. A business can often be like that. Suburb Service, however, is not that kind of business. For almost all of our years, we’ve been a woman-owned business in a largely-male industry. We’ve always been forward-thinking, from the moment Howard began it, to the day he gave it fully to Candy, and in the years she made such a remarkable difference to North Seattle. We continue to be forward-thinking to this day. Candy was ... read more
Posted on 1/29/2021
Now that December is here, we can finally share some cheer as the holidays draw near. COVID19 has managed to ruin most of our family memories from this year in some way, from the loss of see our teams play, to not being able to go to church, to our kids missing out on trick-or-treating. If you’re like us, you are determined not to let COVID19 take away the joy of a holiday season. So we’re offering up some holiday travel tips & tricks in the COVID Era. Get Organized In Advance - The first step in every battle is to count the steps to the battlefield. Mapping out everything you want to do, and creating lists, will save you the risk of being out shopping and trying to remember everything you’re going to need. A good hour thinking the whole matter through will save dozens of trips later. For all the trips you take in mid to late December, use pre-planning to save yourself terrible moments where you needlessly risk an infection. If you’re taking a long trip to ... read more
Posted on 11/11/2020
Are you looking for a good Subaru repair center near Shoreline? It's important to stay on schedule with factory-scheduled maintenance. Because your vehicle is important, finding a mechanic you trust is key. Low rates are tempting, but it takes a qualified and trained professional to get the job done right. To ensure your car is properly taken care of, give preference to shops with the following traits. Positive Customer Feedback When looking for a good Subaru repair center in your area, start by examining feedback left by previous customers. You can usually find ratings, reviews and testimonials on company websites. Price Estimates A good Subaru service center will provide a detailed estimate before you commit to service. Get this in writing so it's easier to compare with other options. Ask the auto technician any questions you have about their work . Warranty Offer Additio ... read more
Posted on 10/13/2020
Are you looking for a reliableSubaru service center near Bothell? Whether you need to schedule factory-scheduled maintenance or more extensive Subaru repair, it's important to find a shop you can rely on. With so many different companies in the region, it can be difficult to choose between them. The following tips can help you find the high-quality service you desire. Ask for Recommendations Start your search for a reliable Subaru service center by asking people you know for recommendations. A family member, friend or coworker who owns a Subaru can probably point you in the right direction. Research Options Thoroughly Referrals are a wonderful place to start, but do some research too. Read through information provided on company websites, schedule consultations and request quotes. It's also a good idea to speak directly with the auto technician ... read more
Posted on 8/26/2020
Stay-at-home notices and shelter-in-place orders are still impacting drivers across the nation. As social distancing becomes the new normal and many are beginning to work at home and drive less, it's important not to overlook your Subaru service. Whether it's time for a little tidying up or some simple factory-scheduled maintenance, your car will thank you for the attention. A little time invested now can help prevent the need for repair down the road, so consider completing these tasks while you're stuck at home in Kenmore. 1. Start Your Car Regularly When was the last time you started your car's engine? If you can't remember, do it now. As Subaru owners wait out the pandemic, their vehicles sitting idle can result in dead batteries. You don't want to deal with that when it's time to go out to pick up groceries. And when starting the car, let it run for 10 minutes to reach normal operating temperature and give the battery a good charge before shutting it off ... read more