Anybody recommend a shop to repair a possible head gasket change on a Nissan Altima?

[hardknox00001]

I'm thinking my wife's car (2006 Nissan Altima with the 2.5L engine) is starting to lose the head gasket.  Periodically, more than normal in my opinion, I am having to add antifreeze but see no evidence of a leak anywhere.  It's parked in a garage here at the house and I've never seen a puddle of anything under it.  Also, every once in a while, it runs a little rough at idle while in gear, say at a stop light.  Not sure if that is related or not.

I have never had to do anything to this car but routine maintenance so it's never been to any shop.  Can somebody point me to a shop that is good and honest in the Murfreesboro, Lebanon, Cookeville area to take the car to for further diagnosis and possible repair?  Doesn't have to be a Nissan dealer either, probably better if it isn't IMHO...

[NextExit]

Just so a shop doesn't try to scam you, NAPA sells this; 

https://www.napaonline.com/napa/en/p/BK_7001006/

 

[Superman]

Murfreesboro I've heard good things about Hacketts or Todds

[Superman]

If you were closer to Spring Hill I would say bring it in to my work

[tartanphantom]

15 minutes ago, Superman said:

Murfreesboro I've heard good things about Hacketts or Todds

I've used the Hackett Brothers for over 20 years. Very reputable, and very reliable. And while they may make an assessment of other possible issues with the vehicle, they will not proceed to fix anything without your OK. I've even had them point out an issue and show me how I could fix it myself without incurring their shop & labor fees.... not something you see very often.

A good mechanic is like gold-- hard to find, and well worth keeping when you do. I can't recommend Hackett Brothers enough-- I've given them many a (unpaid) referral over the years. Keep in mind that you won't find shade-tree labor prices-- they're flat-rate book on labor like most anyone else-- but the quality of their work isn't shade-tree either. Plus, they warranty their work, and stand behind it without question. I know first-hand.

Edited November 18, 2016 by tartanphantom