How to Time Your Next Shop Remodel

April 20, 2021
A tired, outdated operation can have a bigger impact on your shop's bottom line than you may realize. Aaron Stokes outlines the signs you may be due for a remodel and how to start the process in the latest episode of Ratchet+Wrench Radio.

What do customers really see when they visit your shop? And when was the last time you took a look at your operation with fresh eyes? A tired, outdated operation can have a bigger impact on your shop's bottom line than you may realize. 

In this week's episode of Ratchet+Wrench Radio, Aaron Stokes, shop owner and founder of Shop Fix Academy, breaks down the repair shop remodel process and how shop owners can gauge if it's time for a few simple upgrades or a full refresh. Having remodeled seven of his own shops, Stokes also shares a few pro tips on where and how to start a possible remodel and inexpensive tricks for simple maintenance that can make an impact. 

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About the Author

Aaron Stokes

A nearly 20-year veteran of the automotive repair industry, Aaron Stokes grew his business, AutoFix, from a one-car garage to a six-shop operation that is widely regarded as one of the top repair businesses in the country. Stokes, the founder of Shop Fix Academy, is an operational guru with a unique business and leadership philosophy that has led his business to great heights.

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