estimate

Generate automotive repair estimates with labor, parts, and fees.

1|1|Updated Nov 21, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hmls-autos/hmls --skill estimate-hmls-autos
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: estimate
Source: https://github.com/hmls-autos/hmls/tree/main/apps/agent/.skills/estimate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hmls-autos/hmls --skill estimate-hmls-autos

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides instant, accurate price estimates for mobile mechanic services, covering a wide range of vehicle maintenance and repair needs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Service Pricing: Generates estimates for maintenance, brakes, electrical, suspension, cooling, AC, exhaust, and tire services.
  • Accurate Labor & Parts Costing: Utilizes databases for labor time and live pricing for parts, with adjustments for vehicle class and bundled services.
  • Use Case: A customer describes their car making a squealing noise when braking. This Skill can diagnose the likely issue (e.g., worn brake pads and rotors), look up the necessary parts and labor, and provide a detailed estimate for the repair.

Quick Start

Estimate the cost for a conventional oil change and front brake pad replacement on a 2018 Toyota Camry.

Frequently Asked Questions about estimate

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I get an accurate car repair estimate for specific parts and labor?

To get an accurate car repair estimate, this tool calculates costs by cross-referencing OLP labor time databases and live parts pricing from RockAuto. It adjusts totals based on your specific vehicle class and bundles multiple services together if needed.

Can I get an auto repair estimate just by describing my car's symptoms?

Yes, you can get an auto repair estimate by describing symptoms like a squealing noise when braking. The tool diagnoses the likely issue, such as worn brake pads, then looks up the necessary parts and labor to generate a detailed price breakdown.

What types of vehicle maintenance and repair services are supported for pricing?

Supported vehicle maintenance and repair services include brakes, electrical, suspension, cooling, AC, exhaust, and tire services. The tool also estimates conventional oil changes and other routine maintenance tasks with detailed parts and labor costs.

Does the estimate adjust labor time and parts cost for different vehicle classes?

Yes, the estimate adjusts labor time and parts costs according to your specific vehicle class. It pulls baseline labor data from OLP and live parts pricing from RockAuto, applying class-specific modifiers to ensure the final quote matches your vehicle's requirements.

What happens if labor time or parts pricing data is unavailable for my vehicle?

If labor time or parts pricing data is unavailable for your vehicle, the tool uses fallback estimations to generate the quote. It applies standard automotive repair pricing logic and vehicle class adjustments to provide a reliable cost projection.

How do I estimate the cost for multiple auto repair services at once?

To estimate the cost for multiple auto repair services at once, provide the vehicle details and list the services needed. The tool calculates bundled service pricing, combining labor times and parts costs from its databases to deliver a comprehensive maintenance estimate.