Stringfield's Auto Electric

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About Stringfield's Auto Electric
Stringfield's Auto Electric has been serving Rancho Cordova and the greater Sacramento County region since 1996, building a reputation as the go-to specialist for complex automotive electrical diagnostics. With 44 verified customer reviews generating a 4.5-star rating, owner Mike Stringfield andhis team tackle electrical problems that frustrate other shops. They additionally extend their services to Carmichael, Fair Oaks, and Folsom, earning repeat business from clients willing to travel across the region for their expertise. Their open seven days a week from 8 AM to 5 PM reflects a commitment to accessibility uncommon among independent repair facilities.
What separates Stringfield's is their diagnostic philosophy. Rather than defaulting to expensive computer module replacements as many shops do, they invest time tracing circuits and isolating root causes. Customer A A recounts how another shop declared his ignition coil failure likely hopeless after three unsuccessful attempts, yet Stringfield's resolved it in a single day without touching the ECU. The same reviewer describes a scenario where an unforeseen secondary problem emerged after the initial repair, and rather than presenting it as a fresh invoice opportunity, the team absorbed additional labor and only charged the incremental parts difference. Their approach prioritizes long-term relationships over maximizing per-visit revenue.
One vacationing customer, Chris Gilman, found himself stranded in town with a mysterious short circuit in his seat airbag sensor. His review emphasizes immediate troubleshooting initiation despite the repair's complexity, and credit to Mike and his team's hospitality during the wait. Their Saturday and Sunday availability means they're sometimes the only option when breakdowns occur midweek, and their location within Rancho Cordova keeps response times fast for eastern Sacramento County motorists who lack nearby alternatives.
What Customers Say
Twenty-four of 44 reviewers awarded five stars, consistently citing fair pricing and diagnostic persistence on problems other shops abandoned. Six reviewers specifically mention Mike by name, with four describing situations where Stringfield's identified issues misdiagnosed elsewhere.
Working Hours
| Sunday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Monday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| WednesdayToday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–5 PM |
Services
Automotive Electrical System Diagnostics
Computer-integrated fault code interpretation combined with physical circuit inspection for shorts, opens, and intermittent failures.
Starting & Charging System Repair
Alternator, starter motor, and battery testing with load simulation to ensure reliable cold-cranking performance.
Ignition Coil & Spark Plug Service
Coil-on-plug and batch-coil replacement including secondary ignition timing verification across all cylinders.
Airbag & SRS Electrical Repair
Supplemental restraint system circuitry diagnosis addressing sensor, connector, and module communication faults triggering airbag lights.
Lighting & Trailer Wiring Integration
Headlight, taillight, and third-brake controller wiring for standard and aftermarket trailer hitch configurations.
Fuse Panel & Relay Replacement
Power distribution center inspection, fusible link replacement, and relay contact cleaning or renewal.