Your Mechanic
Comes to You.
Expert repairs at your location. Store-price parts, zero markup.
Our Services
From a dead battery to a full engine diagnostic. Handled at your location.
Battery & Electrical
Battery replacement, starter & alternator, sensors. Dead in your driveway? We come to you.
Most RequestedOil & Fluids
Oil changes, coolant flush, brake fluid, transmission fluid. On your schedule, your location.
PreventiveEngine Diagnostics
Check engine light, OBD-II scan, timing chain, sensor replacement. We find the real problem.
DiagnosticYour Dollar
Does More Here.
Every completed job gets logged. 10 cents of every dollar earned goes directly to community services and organizations in Grambling and North Louisiana. This is updated in real time.
Payment plans apply to labor only. Before I touch your vehicle, you must cover:
• Travel fee if outside Grambling
Labor can be split 50% on completion, 50% within 14 days. I do not front-purchase parts — this protects both of us.
Mobile Mechanic Services
Mobile mechanic serving Grambling, Ruston, Monroe, Farmerville, Arcadia, Homer, and all of Lincoln, Union, Claiborne, and Ouachita parishes. Retail parts pricing, zero markup — only our labor is our rate.
Battery & Electrical
Battery replacement, terminal cleaning, starter/alternator diagnosis, ground straps.
Most RequestedOil & Fluids
Conventional and synthetic oil changes, coolant flush, brake fluid, transmission fluid.
PreventiveEngine Diagnostics
Check engine light, OBD-II scan, timing chain, sensor replacement.
DiagnosticBrakes
Brake pad replacement, rotor inspection, caliper service, brake fluid flush.
SafetyCooling System
Radiator hose, thermostat, coolant flush, water pump, overheating diagnosis.
PreventiveGeneral Repair
Serpentine belt, spark plugs, valve cover gaskets, ignition coils, computer reset.
GeneralPayment Plans
Available
On any job $150 or more you can split your payment into 2 or 3 installments. No interest. No fees. No credit check. Just an honest agreement between you and Capers Certified.
Pay the full amount when the job is done and you have approved the work. Cash, Zelle, or CashApp.
First payment confirms your appointment and covers parts. Second payment is due when the job is finished and you are satisfied.
First third today to lock in your appointment. Second third on completion. Final third two weeks after the job is done.
Enter your job total to see your exact payment breakdown.
Plans available on jobs $150 and over. Set up by phone before your appointment. Call or text (206) 402-9490.
Built on Service.
Grounded in Community.
Capers Certified LLC is a veteran-owned mobile mechanic and specialty trade contractor based in Grambling, Louisiana. Founded by Christian Capers on military discipline and community commitment.
Our Four Pillars
Faith is the foundation. Integrity matters when nobody is watching.
Every customer treated like family. Honest, direct, no shortcuts.
Grambling is home. Quality local work at fair prices.
We explain what is wrong and what we did. Informed customers are the best.
Real Price.
Right Now.
No Surprises.
Parts from Advance Auto Parts database for your vehicle. Pick Economy, Standard, or Premium. Watch your total update live as you choose.
Your vehicle
We use this to pull the right part pricing for your exact car.
What do you need?
Pick one or more services. Add each to your cart and see the running total.
Quote Request Received
Here is a summary of what you selected. Christian will look up the exact parts for your vehicle at Advance Auto Parts and send you a confirmed price before any work begins.
② You receive a confirmed quote with the real part number and price
③ You approve the price before any work or parts are ordered
④ Job is scheduled and Christian comes to you
Service agreement
Read carefully and sign. Required before we confirm your booking.
Booking confirmed
We will call or text you within a few hours to confirm your appointment time. Payment on-site: cash, Zelle, or CashApp.
No requests yet.
Enter what you actually collected (profit) — not the quote. This updates the public tracker and calculates the 10¢ donation automatically.
No jobs logged yet.
Add custom codes customers can enter at booking. Type: pct for percent off, flat for dollar off.
Tell Us What
Your Car Is Doing.
We Figure It Out.
Pick your symptoms, describe what you hear or see, and our diagnostic engine will give you the most likely causes — so you and Christian both know what to expect before the visit.
What is your car doing?
Select all that apply. The more you pick, the better the diagnosis.
Free Workshops.
Real Skills.
Grambling Strong.
Capers Certified is more than a mechanic service. We host free community workshops, car care clinics, and skill-building events open to everyone — because knowing how your car works is something everybody deserves.
Events & Workshops
All events are free and open to the Grambling community. No experience required. Just show up.
Learn the fundamentals every driver should know: oil levels, tire pressure, battery checks, fluid inspection, and how to read warning lights. Hands-on with real vehicles.
Free. No Registration Required.Step-by-step oil change walkthrough. You do the work, Christian supervises. Walk away knowing how to do it yourself. Tools and materials provided at no cost.
Register to Reserve a SpotDedicated session focused on car safety for women covering tire changes, jump-starts, what to do when stranded, how to spot a scam at a shop, and what questions to ask a mechanic.
Free. No Registration Required.Introducing teens to automotive basics and trade skills. Learn how engines work, use real tools, and discover if a career in auto mechanics or trades is something you want to pursue.
Free. Parental Consent Required.Bring your vehicle in for a free safety inspection covering brakes, tires, fluids, battery, and lights. No appointment needed. Christian and team do the checks, you get a written report at no charge.
Completely FreeKnow what you're paying for. This session walks through how shops price jobs, what fair labor rates look like, what questions to ask, and how to avoid being overcharged. Real invoices reviewed.
Free. No Registration Required.Get Notified About
Upcoming Events
Events are announced a few weeks in advance. Drop your name and number and we will text you when the next one is scheduled. No spam — just event notices.
Have an idea for a workshop or want to host one in partnership with Capers Certified? Reach out directly.
Notify Me
We will text or call you when the next event is scheduled.
You're on the list
We will reach out when the next event is scheduled. Thanks for being part of the community.
Learn a Trade.
Build a Career.
Work for Yourself.
Capers Certified is growing and we are looking for people who want to learn. No experience required. If you are willing to work hard and show up, we will teach you the rest.
What You Get
This is not a classroom. You learn by doing real jobs alongside Christian. Every step is hands-on, documented, and designed to get you working independently as fast as possible.
You Buy
Your Own Tools.
This is non-negotiable. Every professional mechanic owns their tools. It builds ownership, pride in your work, and skin in the game. You will not be left to figure it out alone — Christian will walk you through exactly what to buy, where to get it, and how to avoid wasting money on the wrong things.
The starter kit runs $150–$300 depending on where you source it. Christian will help you source the right tools at the right price before your first day — so you show up ready, not guessing.
Before your first day, you will go over the starter list together, find the best sources for your budget, and make sure you are not overpaying. No guessing, no wasted money.
Once you are set up, you are expected to have your tools every single day. A mechanic without tools is not a mechanic. That standard does not flex.
Choose Your Path
Training is structured in three tracks depending on your starting point. All tracks lead to the same place — capable, employable, and ready.
- 1Safety, tools, and shop fundamentals
- 2Basic maintenance (oil, filters, fluids)
- 3Battery, electrical basics
- 4First solo job with supervision
- 1Diagnostic tools and code reading
- 2Brake system service
- 3Cooling and sensor replacement
- 4Customer quoting and invoicing
- 1Ride-along on live jobs
- 2Handle your own job assignments
- 3Build your own route and clients
- 4Operate independently under brand
What We're
Looking For
Skills can be taught. What you bring to the table matters more than what you already know.
Reliability is the first requirement. If you commit to being somewhere, you're there.
Mechanical work requires focus. Mistakes on a car can hurt people.
This is not a job. It's a training program. You have to want the knowledge.
Every vehicle belongs to someone who depends on it. We treat it that way.
Apply to Join
Tell us a little about yourself. No experience required.
Application received
Christian will review your application and reach out within a few days. Be ready to have a real conversation about where you are and where you want to go.
Questions? Call or text:
206-402-9490
Find the Exact
Tutorial for
Your Vehicle.
Enter your year, make, model and the repair you need. We find the best step-by-step YouTube tutorials matched to your exact car — so you know what you're getting into before calling us, or can handle it yourself.
Real Jobs.
Real Results.
No Shortcuts.
Every job photographed. Every repair documented. This is the standard Capers Certified holds itself to — before and after, every time.
The Work Speaks
Photos from real jobs in Grambling and North Louisiana.
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Photos are added after each completed job.
Every repair documented. No exceptions.
Real People.
Real Reviews.
Verified customers in Grambling and North Louisiana.
"Called Christian on a Friday afternoon, car wouldn't start in my driveway. He showed up in under 2 hours, had the battery replaced and my car running before dinner. Didn't try to sell me anything extra. This is the kind of mechanic you want in your phone."
"My check engine light came on and I was dreading the bill. Christian ran the diagnostic, explained exactly what was wrong, and fixed the sensor right there in the parking lot. Charged me a fair price and didn't make me feel like I was getting played. Will not go anywhere else."
"He came to the job site, did my oil change and checked my brakes while I kept working. Didn't have to take a day off or sit in a waiting room. He was on time, professional, and the price was exactly what he quoted. Veteran owned and it shows — real stand-up guy."
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My Account
Sign in with Google or use your phone number to access your vehicle profile and job history.
Your data is private and secure. Only you and Capers Certified can see your information.
Our Policies
Straightforward rules so you know exactly what to expect from Capers Certified — no surprises, no fine print.
CashApp for Business → Activity → Export CSV → upload here to auto-log incoming payments as revenue.
These rates auto-fill when you approve a service request. Parts always come from AAP retail — you only control labor here.
Add codes customers can enter at booking. Choose % for percent off, $ for dollars off.
Get notified on this device when a new booking request comes in — even when the browser is in the background.
VAPID_KEY in the site code.
When you approve a job, it automatically creates a Google Calendar event with the customer details, address, and a 2-hour time block.
1. Go to console.cloud.google.com
2. Create/select a project → Enable Google Calendar API
3. APIs & Services → Credentials → Create OAuth 2.0 Client ID (Web app)
4. Add
https://caperscertified.com to Authorized JavaScript Origins5. Copy the Client ID and paste it into
GCAL_CLIENT_ID in the site code