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title: The 3 Best Transmission repair shops in Waterloo | Local Three
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updated: 2026-11-04
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# The 3 Best Transmission repair shops in Waterloo

2027 Edition

Three transmission repair shops in Waterloo worth calling first, chosen from 5 local companies on their public record. Here is why each one made it.

Updated November 4, 2026 By the Local Three editors [How we select](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

In short

Of the 5 transmission repair shops we reviewed in Waterloo, these three had the strongest records: 311 public reviews between them, averaging 4.6 out of 5.

Local Three editors · November 4, 2026

Editor's Pick

## [The Shop](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-d2515f351d02b4f4/)

**4.9** from 165 reviews

Based in

Hudson

Coverage

Based in Waterloo

### Why we picked them

The strongest overall record of the 5 transmission repair shops we reviewed in Waterloo: rating, review volume, recent activity and years in business, taken together.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 319-988-4078](tel:+13199884078)[Website](https://www.theshophudsonandcedarfallsautorepair.com/)

Selection 02

## [Evansdale Truck & Trailer](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-bf7ba98d34c6c55c/)

**4.7** from 38 reviews

Based in

Evansdale

Coverage

Based in Waterloo

### Why we picked them

A steady public record: 4.7 from 38 reviews.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 319-232-1436](tel:+13192321436)[Website](https://evansdaletruckandtrailer.com)

Reader Favorite

## [Tuffy Auto Service Center](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-18f396aa7dfe9cb1/)

**4.1** from 108 reviews

Based in

Waterloo

Coverage

Based in Waterloo

### Why we picked them

A large, loyal client base: 108 public reviews, averaging 4.1 out of 5.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 319-234-4163](tel:+13192344163)[Website](https://www.tuffy.com)

Beyond the three

## More transmission repair shops in Waterloo

Other Waterloo companies that met our basic bar. We looked at 5 in all for this work.

- Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center 4.6 · 108
- Xpress Oil & Lube 4.1 · 28

At a glance

## The three, side by side

Comparison of the selected transmission repair shops in Waterloo

| | 01 The Shop | 02 Evansdale Truck & Trailer | 03 Tuffy Auto Service Center |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Editor's Pick | – | Reader Favorite |
| Rating | 4.9 · 165 reviews | 4.7 · 38 reviews | 4.1 · 108 reviews |
| In business | – | – | – |
| Budget | – | – | – |
| Free estimate | Ask | Ask | Ask |
| License | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet |
| Based in | Hudson | Evansdale | Waterloo |

Methodology

## How we selected these businesses

Three is a deliberately small number. It forces us to leave out good companies.

[Read the full methodology](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

1.

**We start with everyone.** 5 transmission repair shops in Waterloo, from public listings and review platforms.

2.

**We remove the risky.** No working phone, too few genuine reviews or a weak rating.

3.

**We read the record.** Review volume and recency, years in business and the record checks we could confirm.

4.

**Editors keep three.** And write down who each one suits best.

[How we make money](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-make-money/).

Local facts · Black Hawk

## Waterloo, by the numbers

Public records tell you how busy the trade is and what the rules ask of every job. Read them before you call.

People per square mile

1,086

[Calculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Land area

61.6 sq mi

[U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Waterloo residents

66,919

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · July 1, 2025

Population change since 2020: from 67,307 (April 2020 base)

-0.6%

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · 2020–2025

Public sources, checked November 4, 2026.

Local guide

## Hiring transmission repair shops in Waterloo: what to know first

### Check the license

Look the company up on your state’s license search, and ask for insurance papers sent by the insurer.

### Compare written quotes

Three quotes for the same work, each listing what is not included.

### Ask about the warranty

In writing, clear about what it covers, and transferable if you sell.

### Pay in stages

Pay for finished, inspected stages, not dates. More in [our Waterloo cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/transmission-repair-shops-cost-waterloo/).

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Questions

## Questions about transmission repair shops in Waterloo

How did the editors choose these transmission repair shops in Waterloo?

Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 5 transmission repair shops for Waterloo.

Which of these transmission repair shops in Waterloo has the best reviews?

The Shop has a 4.9 rating from 165 public reviews, the highest on this page.

Are these transmission repair shops licensed?

3 of the 3 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.

How many quotes should I get for transmission repair shops in Waterloo?

Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.

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Nearby editions

## Transmission repair shops nearby

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- [Orlando](https://thelocalthree.com/orlando/transmission-repair-shops/)
- [Port St. Lucie](https://thelocalthree.com/port-st-lucie/transmission-repair-shops/)
- [St. Petersburg](https://thelocalthree.com/st-petersburg/transmission-repair-shops/)
- [Cape Coral](https://thelocalthree.com/cape-coral/transmission-repair-shops/)
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Up a level

## More in Waterloo

- [Waterloo edition](https://thelocalthree.com/waterloo/)
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- [Waterloo cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/transmission-repair-shops-cost-waterloo/)

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