If your car sounds rough when you first crank it on these cold Columbia mornings but quiets down once it warms up, that’s usually an exhaust leak. Cold metal contracts and opens up small gaps that weren’t noticeable back in the fall.

You might hear a low rumble, a ticking sound near the engine, or just notice your car sounds louder than it used to. These are all signs that exhaust gases are escaping somewhere they shouldn’t be.

The bigger concern is what you can’t hear. Exhaust leaks can let carbon monoxide seep into your cabin, especially when you’re running the heat with the windows up. That’s not something to put off.

Michael’s Tip:

“That rumble might seem like no big deal, but it gets worse. A small weld now beats a full pipe replacement next month. And I’d rather fix a leak than have you breathing fumes on your way to work.”

With temps swinging from the mid-30s to the low 20s this week, your exhaust system is under stress. Stop by before the next cold snap and let us take a look. We’ll tell you exactly what’s going on—no charge for the inspection.

(931) 388-8411 | 102 W 5th St, Columbia