Kirk's Radiator
Radiator & Cooling Shops in El Cajon, California
4.9 (200)
| Category | Radiator & Cooling Shops Β· Auto repair shop |
|---|---|
| Address | 1754 Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020 |
| Area | El Cajon, California |
| Phone | (619) 562-8383 |
| Google rating | 4.9 (200) |
Hours
| Monday | 8 amβ5 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 amβ5 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 amβ5 pm |
| Thursday | 8 amβ5 pm |
| Friday | 8 amβ4:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Kirk's Radiator
Kirk's Radiator & Auto Air Conditioning has been serving San Diego County residents and businesses since 1948. We perform cooling system repairs, replace radiators, hoses, thermostats & water pumps. We also repair auto Air Conditioning and Exhaust systems. Mufflers, Catalytic converters as well as complete custom exhaust systems. We offer same day service whenever possible. We understand how hard it is to be without your transportation.
Kirk's Radiator is one of the radiator & cooling shops listed in El Cajon, California. The business is registered at 1754 Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as auto repair shop, so it may cover more than the name suggests.
Around El Cajon, specialty shops usually take walk-ins for quick jobs and appointments for rebuilds and installations. Insurance often covers windshield replacement with a low or zero deductible in several states, so ask your insurer before paying out of pocket. Window tint laws differ across California and its neighbors, so a reputable tint shop will tell you the legal darkness for each window. For transmission work, ask whether the shop rebuilds in house or installs a remanufactured unit and what warranty comes with each, then compare with the listing's rating and reviews.
Hours are published for 5 days a week. On most of those days it is open 8 amβ5 pm. It is closed on Saturday, Sunday. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Kirk's Radiator at (619) 562-8383; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. Its website is kirksradiator.com, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.
On Google it holds a rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 200 reviews, which is a strong result for a radiator shop in El Cajon and suggests consistent service.
El Cajon is in California, on the West Coast, where the climate ranges from foggy coast to hot inland valleys, wildfire season can affect air quality in late summer, and traffic is the main thing to plan around. Traffic in El Cajon peaks on weekday mornings and afternoons, so allow extra time then. Addresses read from the street number up to the city, state abbreviation and five-digit ZIP code; the map link on this page shows the exact spot.
See the other radiator & cooling shops in El Cajon listed below to compare ratings, hours and locations before you decide. Details on this page come from public sources and may change; confirm anything important by phone before relying on it. Business owners can claim the listing to keep it up to date.
Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Shane Koshie a month ago
This is my go to shop for AC and Exhaust work. These guys always do a great job, stand by their work and have some very effective methods and equipment. They got my AC going in my 94 Suburban and it is still cold months later. I have had them do work on my 350Z exhaust and they did a good job there too. Thanks!
Allen Shunk 2 months ago
Kirkβs radiator is the best. Last year my compressor was replaced, but it died. Stan at Kirkβs replaced it under warranty. Thereβs nothing like GREAT customer service. Was fast service and got me going again.
Ted Fuentes 2 months ago
Kirk's Radiator never fails to wow their customers. I recently took my vehicle in to another repair shop for an oil change and they had performed a complementary full vehicle inspection. They reported to me to that my car's air conditioner system was low on freon and needed to be recharged. Last summer in 2025 I had Kirk's radiator replace my car's AC compressor and recharge it. Therefore, I took my car back to Kirk's to see if they could help with this issue since they had worked on it before. It turned out that the schraeder valve on my car's AC unit was malfunctioning. Kirk's fixed the schraeder valve issue and recharged my AC unit without charging me a dime! This was very appreciated as I am on a tight budget this summer. You can't beat this level of service and loyalty to customers. I'd reccomend Kirk's to not just anyone in the east county area but anyone in the San Diego area looking to fix their car's AC unit. Not to mention last summer before I went to Kirk's I took my car to a Honda dealership and they charged me 200$ and couldn't even figure out what was wrong with the AC. Thanks again Kirks! You guys rock!
Arash Aryana 5 months ago
Couldnβt be happier with Ryan and the gang here for repairing my AC on an old, complicated Porsche 911. They delivered exactly what was promised and it blows colder than it ever has. Highly recommend them and theyβre very fairly priced and work fast. What more could you want?
David Blackwell 7 months ago
Brought in my 2019 newmar new aire motorhome to Kirks to have my A.C. repaired and serviced. I was pleased that I was able to it repaired and back the next day. Ryan was friendly and very knowledgeable. They did a full test and diagnostic and fixed the issue. A.C. blows colder than ever. Very satisfied with the honest and fair cost. Thanks to all the guys there
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kirk's Radiator located?
Kirk's Radiator is at 1754 Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020, in El Cajon, California. Use the βOpen in Google Mapsβ button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is Kirk's Radiator?
Kirk's Radiator is listed as a radiator shop and is also tagged on Google as auto repair shop.
What are the hours of Kirk's Radiator?
Published hours are Monday: 8 amβ5 pm; Tuesday: 8 amβ5 pm; Wednesday: 8 amβ5 pm; Thursday: 8 amβ5 pm; Friday: 8 amβ4:30 pm; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed. It is closed on Saturday, Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
Is Kirk's Radiator open on Sunday?
No, Kirk's Radiator is closed on Sunday.
What is the phone number of Kirk's Radiator?
You can call Kirk's Radiator at (619) 562-8383.
How is Kirk's Radiator rated on Google?
Kirk's Radiator has a Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 200 reviews.
Does Kirk's Radiator have a website?
Yes, the website of Kirk's Radiator is kirksradiator.com (linked on this page).