How is an Oil Change Priced?

You can find a wide range of prices for oil changes. You can get a cheap oil change for as little as $20, or you can pay $100 or more for a synthetic oil change.

One oil change may seem just as good as another, and the pricing may start to seem arbitrary. It is important that you understand what goes into the price of an oil change so you can evaluate the quality of the service. Here are a few things that influence the price of an oil change:

Quality of Oil

The quality of oil used has the most impact on the price of an oil change. Synthetic oil is the highest grade of oil, and a synthetic oil change will cost much more than any other oil change.

Yet a low cost does not always indicate low-quality oil. Some service providers are able to offer a lower price because they negotiate bulk pricing for standard oil, allowing them to pass along those savings. Find out what kind of oil is used to know for certain what quality is being offered.

Waste Disposal Fee

Motor oil cannot just be thrown in the garbage. It must be disposed of properly to ensure that it does not contaminate the water or soil. Service providers charge a small fee for disposing of the old oil and oil filter.

You can ask for a breakdown of your bill to see exactly what fees are charged.

Labor Costs

Labor charges are included in every car service you get. An oil change does not take a long time to complete, but if labor is $20 or $30 an hour, a large part of your bill can quickly go to labor.

Service providers who offer a cheap oil change typically have developed a system that is as efficient as possible, allowing them to complete the oil change quickly without sacrificing on the quality of workmanship. By completing the oil change more quickly, these service providers can charge a lower price for the service.

By understanding what goes into the price of an oil change, you can be sure that your next cheap oil change still provides a quality service. McCluskey Chevrolet is able to offer a cheap oil change by negotiating bulk pricing for oil and by developing the most efficient system to allow our professional technicians to provide the service in a short time without sacrificing quality.