Rob’s Repair & Sharpening

I’ve been taking all my yard equipment to Rob for several years and I’ve always been extremely happy with his excellent service and reasonable prices. Because he explains everything he does and helps you learn how you can take care of your equipment he asks that you call before you come over. It’s never been a problem. I’m very happy to have found him. A very honest and knowledgable guy.

Rob did a super job tuning-​up my chipper/​shredder. He was quick and thorough. Runs perfectly. Cost came in at the low end of his estimate. I will definitely use Rob for all my future repair needs.

I will take any small engine repair back to Rob without question. This is who you take repairs to. The man knows his small engines. Why three stars you say? Rob is a person who will do the job right. The only reason I can’t give him the 2 extra stars is that he quoted a price, and once he started the work, found more work needed to be done. Instead of calling us and giving us this information and a new quote, he did the work anyway. The problem is the price went up from $ 80 to $ 120. I don’t disagree with the work but the mower we brought in was bought for $ 125 used. Personally I don’t believe in throwing machinery out when it needs repairs, and it works great post repair, but I would have liked for Rob to call us and let us make the decision. He did offer to «un-​do» the work and put the old parts back on, but at this point it was better to have the mower back.

Rob did a great job on our mower. Had a little problem with a clogged valve or whatever and took it back. He cleaned it up and sent us on our happy way. I will defintely go back. Fair prices and he has some good stories to tell.

Rob is great. I know nothing about small motors. He explained what he was doing as he fixed my lawn mower. He also, in a very respectful manner, showed me how to check the oil and not put too much in next time. lol. His price was very affordable. I highly recommend him.

I was referred to Rob a couple of years back by a neighbor, who highly recommended him. He runs his home (lawn mower repair) business out of his garage/​shop in a residential neighborhood (as do I, coincidentally).
At any rate, I left him a message but didn’t hear back, so dropped by during the business hours stated on his card. Although Rob was pleasant enough, he sort of chided me for dropping by without calling first (there’s nothing on his card about calling first), citing his neighbors might get upset at increased foot traffic. I thought this odd, considering he’s got a huge sign on the front of his garage saying «ROB’S REPAIR, Ring bell for service.» I mean, it’s not like I unloaded a lawn mower from my car in front of his house; I just parked and walked up to his door. Well, I was put off enough not to go back, frankly, but here I am, a couple years later, because somebody gave me a free lawn mower. It seems to be in fine shape, but I wanted someone to go over it for me and get it up to speed and sharpen the blades, so I again thought of Rob.
Same routine — I left a message but didn’t hear back, so I dropped by again. Spoke with Mrs. Rob and told her I had left a message and didn’t hear back. Instead of offering an apology for not calling back and saying she would have him call, she suggested I call Rob again at a specified time. He’s got three different phone numbers on his card — Shop, Shop, and Cell — how is a person supposed to know which one to call when? Ayayay.
Well, here I am – again — days later, and I still haven’t heard from Rob. What does a person have to do to get this amazing Rob to return a phone call and conduct business? I’m at a loss…
I like to funnel my business locally when possible too, but flaky/​unprofessional home-​business owners who can’t be bothered (or organized) enough to return business calls have NO place in my Rolodex. Obviously, the same rude/​ignorant treatment a second time is what prompted this review. I’ll just drag my lawn mower to Lowe’s or some other place, and to heck with Rob. At least at Lowe’s my presence and value as a customer will not only be acknowledged, but appreciated. Thanks for nothin’, Rob — AGAIN.

I’d really like ROB to cash my check. That’d be great. Thanks.

My Bolens mower wouldn’t start. Last season it sounded funny.
I live in Issaquah but elected to haul it out to Rob’s and glad for it. He gave me good advice for maintenance and he fixed it. Actually, more than fixed it since it works better than when I bought it new from Lowes.

Great, knowledgeable, and very reasonable. Simply the best.

Rob is extremely knowledgeable and very helpful in the repair of equipment. I have been using his service for years.

Rob sharpened my reel style lawnmower and three chain saw chains literally overnight. 24 hour service, which probably isn’t usual, but he had them back to me way sooner than estimated. Also very reasonable cost and that lawnmower now has me not hating mowing the lawn! I wish I had found him years ago! Super friendly and helpful.

Nice little «mom & pop» shop for small engine repair.
Rob is a nice guy and does a great job at a fair price. You can’t ask for more.

Rob is great. He can fix anything and gives you a fair deal. Fast turn-​around. Very knowledgable, and will share it. I wish more businesses gave you the feel like you were hiring your neighbor!

have been going to robs for seven years. he can fix anything! he also has built many mini bikes for me from the ground up. plus if im stuck i call rob and say its making this noise, he says check this, 9 times out of 10 i get her going! he will help you with almost anything. supper nice friendly guy. i belive he can fix anything he deserves 10 stars!!! you wont find a nicer more honest repair guy anywhere!