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Hamilton's Smog

We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2025. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection station. Since 2021, we've been serving the community with efficient smog checks for all types of vehicles, including gasoline, diesel, and hybrid cars, as well as large trucks and RVs. Our certified technicians perform both STAR and non-STAR inspections, ensuring your vehicle meets all state requirements. Simply drive in for a hassle-free inspection, with most vehicles completed in under 30 minutes.

Marin County

Albert Gregory

Bay Area

Novato

California

We test all vehicle, all ages 1976-2025. Experience quick and convenient service at Hamilton's STAR Smog Check, your local Novato inspection...

🚧 Winter Rains Damaged Your Driveway or Parking Lot?

RF Sealcoating and Striping 

Sonoma County winters are tough on asphalt. Rainwater seeps into cracks, freezes overnight, and causes potholes, crumbling edges, and surface failure. If you’re seeing new cracks, soft spots, or potholes, now is the time to repair them before the damage spreads. RF Sealcoating &amp; Striping is a local, family-owned business with 20+ years of asphalt experience, providing honest, professional asphalt repairs throughout Sonoma County. ✔ Crack filling &amp; patch repairs ✔ Pothole repair from winter water damage ✔ Driveways, private roads &amp; parking lots ✔ Residential &amp; commercial properties 📍 Serving Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Cotati, Windsor, Healdsburg, Sebastopol, Novato, Marin, &amp; surrounding areas 📞 Free local estimates | No pressure

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Maggie Fusek

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Sonoma County winters are tough on asphalt. Rainwater seeps into cracks, freezes overnight, and causes potholes, crumbling edges, and surface...

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