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Working Hours

Monday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday 8:00AM - 5:30PM

Wednesday 8:00AM - 5:30PM

Thursday 8:00AM - 5:30PM

Friday 8:00AM - 4:00PM

Saturday Closed

Sunday Closed
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Address:
116 Elm St
Milford, NH 03055

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603-673-7600

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Monday	8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday	8:00AM - 5:30PM
Wednesday	8:00AM - 5:30PM
Thursday	8:00AM - 5:30PM
Friday	8:00AM - 4:00PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

Vehicle Tips

According to recent studies, 5 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities are clearly caused by automobile maintenance neglect.
Vehicle Tips

The cooling system should be completely flushed and refilled about every 24 months. The level, condition, and concentration of coolant should be checked. (A 50/50 mix of anti-freeze and water is usually recommended.)
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Never remove the radiator cap until the engine has thoroughly cooled. The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a pro.
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Change your oil and oil filter as specified in your manual, or more often (every 3,000 miles) if you make frequent short jaunts, extended trips with lots of luggage or tow a trailer.
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Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended, or more often in dusty conditions. Get engine drivability problems (hard stops, rough idling, stalling, diminished power, etc.) corrected at a good shop.
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A dirty windshield causes eye fatigue and can pose a safety hazard. Replace worn blades and get plenty of windshield washer solvent.
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Have your tires rotated about every 5,000 miles. Check tire pressures once a month; let the tires cool down first. Don't forget your spare and be sure your jack is in good condition.
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Check your owner's manual to find out what fuel octane rating your car's engine needs then buy it.
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Keep your tires inflated to the proper levels. Under-inflated tires make it harder for your car to move down the road, which means your engine uses more fuel to maintain speed.
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Lighten the load. Heavier vehicles use more fuel, so clean out unnecessary weight in the passenger compartment or trunk before you hit the road.
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Use the A/C sparingly. The air conditioner puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used.
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Keep your windows closed. Wide-open windows, especially at highway speeds, increase aerodynamic drag and the result is up to a 10% decrease in fuel economy.
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Avoid long idling. If you anticipate being stopped for more than one minute, shut off the car. Contrary to popular belief, restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle.
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Stay within posted speed limits. The faster you drive, the more fuel you use. For example, driving at 65 miles per hour (mph) rather than 55 mph, increases fuel consumption by 20 percent.
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Use cruise control. Using cruise control on highway trips can help you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, reduce your fuel consumption.
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Keep your engine tuned. A fouled spark plug or plugged/restricted fuel injector can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30 percent.
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Inspect the engine's belts regularly. Look for cracks or missing sections or segments. Worn belts will affect the engine performance.
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Have the fuel filter changed every 10,000 miles to prevent rust, dirt and other impurities from entering the fuel system.
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Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 to 18,000 miles. This will protect the precision-crafted components of the transmission/transaxle.
Vehicle Tips

Inspect the suspension system regularly. This will extend the life of the vehicle's tires.

What our clients say about us?

Reviews and comments from our satisfied customers

Have had multiple vehicles in my household serviced and repaired for the last 2 years by Keith and his son. They truly go above and beyond to help us out, even on short notice. Honest, Fair and Hard Working!

Marianne Beck
Skilled and knowledgeable mechanics. Honest and qualified services.

Michael Ciola
We all know what a terrible experience it can be to deal with auto mechanics after already having to deal with the added stress of car issues. This was entirely the opposite case with Keith. He was so laid back and willing to make the process as smooth and easy as possible. He estimated to fix my car it would be about 45 minutes and cost $85. Well, he fixed my car in 25 minutes and it ended up costing $70. A lower cost than initially estimated is unheard of in the automotive repair world! I was extremely pleased with his level of customer service and I am happy to say I don't need to search for a new car mechanic in the future. I would definitely recommend Briand's to anyone looking for a stressless car repair experience!

Tiffany Brown
Hands down one of the best garages around. Last year I was having brake trouble and was wearing through pads fast. I went to two other garages that never found the actual cause of the brake troubles - they did pads/rotors & pads/rotors/calipers. Briand's Auto Repair found the real cause of the issue right off the bat - collapsed brake lines which stopped the brake troubles. They are easy to work with, do great work, and their prices are way better than many of the other places. I highly recommend this shop. I'll be doing business here for a long time.

Andrew Boutin
This is the best shop in town. These guys are honest and don't make you pay twice or thrice the real value of the job. Highly recommended.

Emile LeVeille
What Gordon said. I have been with Keith for seven years wih a few cars driven by my family. Nrver had anything in for rework. I trust Keih completely with my vehicles.

Robert Campbell