No hidden fees. No surprises. All pricing published upfront — in Canadian Dollars before GST — so you know exactly what you're paying before we touch your vehicle.

CVIP & Labour Rates

Transparent Pricing

Shop Rates

All prices in Canadian dollars, before 5% GST. No surprises, no hidden fees. For a written quote, call us or use the contact form below.

Hourly Rates

Labour Rates

Professional service rates

Light-Duty

per hour

$125/hr

Heavy-Duty Truck

per hour

$150/hr

Dignostic Fee

Light-Duty

$125/hr

Diagnostic Fee

Heavy-Duty

$150/hr

CVIP Pricing

CVIP Inspection Rates

Alberta certified inspections

All CVIP prices include:

  • Complete inspection per Alberta CVIP Manual (brakes, steering, suspension, lights/electrical, tires/wheels, frame/body, couplers/hitches)
  • Mandatory wheel/drum removal and internal brake component checks (air, hydraulic, and electric systems)
  • Inspection record, certificate, and decal (upon passing)

Excludes: Repairs (quoted separately), or re-inspections required if failed and repaired off-site after 10 days.

Medium Duty / Tractor

  • 2 Axles: $350
  • 3 Axles: $450
  • Each additional axle: +$100
  • Re-inspection $100

Semi Trailer

  • 2 Axles: $320
  • 3 Axles: $380
  • Re-inspection $80

Gooseneck Trailer - Electric / Hydraulic Brakes

  • 2 Axles: $280
  • 3 Axles: $340
  • Re-inspection $80

Electric and hydraulic brake systems require wheel/drum removal for proper internal inspection per Alberta CVIP Manual. Pricing reflects simplified system testing while maintaining compliance.

Additional fees:

  • Environmental Disposal Fee: $12.00
  • Shop Supplies/Miscellaneous: 11% labour & parts
  • Prices before 5% GST

Every CVIP Includes

What We Check In Every Inspection

Our certified inspectors check every safety-critical system required by the Alberta CVIP program — nothing is skipped, everything is documented.

01 — Brakes

Brake System

Full air brake or hydraulic brake inspection including brake adjustment, lining thickness, drums, rotors, slack adjusters, and air system integrity testing.

02 — Steering

Steering & Suspension

Comprehensive inspection of steering and suspension components including tie rods, drag links, kingpins, bushings, shocks, springs, wheel bearings, and alignment-related wear to ensure safe and stable vehicle operation. 

03 — Lighting

Lights & Electrical

All DOT-required lighting — headlights, taillights, marker lights, brake lights, turn signals, hazards, reflectors, and trailer connectors verified.

04 — Frame

Frame & Body

Frame rails, crossmembers, cab mounts, and body security checked for cracks, corrosion, unauthorized modifications, or structural compromise.

05 — Tires & Wheels

Tires, Wheels & Hubs

Tread depth, sidewall condition, inflation, wheel fastener torque, hub condition, and tire load rating compliance for all axle positions.

06 — Coupling

Coupling & Fifth Wheel

Fifth wheel jaw and locking mechanism, kingpin wear, landing gear, safety chains, and all trailer coupling hardware inspected and tested.

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From CVIP inspections and diagnostics to heavy-duty truck and trailer repairs, Action's Garage is your trusted service partner in Nisku. Contact us today for a quote or to schedule service at our fully equipped repair facility.

Hours

Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday, Sunday & Stat Holidays: Closed

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