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    Business ProfileforFerra's Automotive Services, Inc

    Auto Repairs
    BBB accredited business

    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    1/5stars

    Average of 3 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    2 complaints closed in last 3 years

    0 complaints closed in last 12 months

    BBB Rating & Accreditation

    Accredited Since: 12/21/2010

    Years in Business: 78

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    Overview of BBB Rating

    Overview

    Ferra's Automotive Services, Inc provides complete auto and truck diagnostic, general repair , maintenance, body repair, wreck rebuilding and refinishing / painting, state and emission inspection, 24 hour light and heavy duty road service, towing and recovery service. Approved AAA repair, Authorized P.A. Turnpike service.

    Business Details

    Location of This Business
    1315 Main St, Sharpsburg, PA 15215-2501
    BBB File Opened:
    9/1/1992
    Years in Business:
    78
    Business Started:
    12/1/1945
    Accredited Since:
    12/21/2010
    Type of Entity:
    Corporation
    Alternate Business Name
    • Ferra Automotive Services Inc.
    Business Management
    • Mr. Frank Ferra, President
    Contact Information

    Principal

    • Mr. Frank Ferra, President

    Customer Contact

    • Mr. Frank Ferra, President
    Additional Contact Information

    Fax Numbers

    • (412) 781-1152
      Primary Fax

    Customer Complaints

    2 Customer Complaints

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    Most Recent Customer Complaint

    03/08/2023

    Complaint Type:
    Service or Repair Issues
    Status:
    Answered
    Our truck driver ran out of gas at the light across the street from the gas station and the PA police called for this tow company to tow the vehicle to the Walmart lot and did a DOT inspection. The officer said there was a repair that would be needed so he put the vehicle out of service. The company took it upon themselves to tow my truck to their yard even when advised we had someone to come tow the truck for repair. When I called to tow company Ginger was very rude and dismissive to my request to leave my truck at the location because I had a company coming to tow it for repairs. She said they would not leave it until they were paid but could not give me a total at the time so she said they had to tow it to their lot and I have to get it from there. I called several times for an amount for the vehicle to be released but Ginger continuously advised that the invoice is not ready and she didn't know when it would be. After several calls back n forth I was emailed an invoice for a tow of 15 miles for $3,375.00 which included a wait fee ($575) for 5 hours. From the time the tow company arrived from the time of the inspection it was a total of 3 hours but $575 an hour is excessive and is not a fee for any tow company around the US (tow fees are $175/hr at the most). I was also advised that I have to pay cash only even though there is an option to pay online on their site by card but because i questioned the fees with the Ginger she absolutely refused to explain anything and she kept hanging up the phone. I emailed them and asked for a fee reduction and to pay by card since I'm not local but no response. I would like to have some resolve to this issue which has so much havoc to my company. A fair rate for the tow service would be acceptable.
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    Customer Reviews

    3 Customer Reviews

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    Most Recent Customer Review

    alicia b

    1 star

    07/13/2024

    After a minor accident, this company was called by police to tow a small sedan (which was operable, but not legal due to headlight damage).The bill for a 3.8mile tow and 17 hours of storage was $720. Their itemized receipt is just full of absurd, extortionist charges: ACCIDENT TOW $295.00 (ok, sure)Night/Weekend/Holiday $50.00 Clean Up Debris $75.00 (didn't happen)Fuel Surcharge $75.00 (for 3.8miles??)Administration Fee $75.00 ACCIDENT STORAGE $75.00 x2 (calendar days)I would never choose to do business with them, but it wasn't my choice because the driver didn't know better in their shock after the accident.

    Ferra's Automotive Services, Inc Response

    07/14/2024

    ********************* I can appreciate your frustration in having to deal with the aftermath of an accident situation .I am hopeful no one was injured . We have been providing towing services for a very long time with very few complaints. I am well aware of what it takes to keep my business functioning in the current economy and our pricing is consistent and in fact LESS than other emergency responding towing services in the area . The difference between a SCHEDULED tow and an EMERGENCY response tow is great. We must drop everything and respond immediately arriving on scene within 30 minutes. If the tow is scheduled we would perform the service within a reasonable time of usually several hours. The on site clean up was performed including spilled fluid reclamation [ there were 2 vehicles involved ] . We tow for several insurance companies and body repair shops. We see the invoices for similar services from other local companies and know that our charges are less. If you had an issue, all that you needed to do was express your concerns to someone at our office. We often make considerations to persons not covered by insurance or having financial hardship. I regret that you feel mistreated and if I can be of any further assistance please contact me at ************************************* or call ************ and ask for *****.

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