Business & Merchant

Last Updated on Friday, 29 January 2016 00:56

By Jill Brown

On January 4, 2016, B & B Auto Service on 948 McKean Ave., Donora, opened its doors for business in the Mon Valley. The new service station is a partnership owned by John Boyd; his son, Steve Boyd; John’s wife, Nancy Boyd; and Aaron Bane, long-time family friend.

The B & B partners stand outside their new business. They are (l-r): John Boyd, Nancy Boyd, Steve Boyd, and Aaron Bane.

Aaron met Steve while working together at National Tire and Battery in Bethel Park, way back. If at B & B, you may also notice their shop dog, a beautiful collie, formerly a show dog.

Although only in business a short time, B & B already has some customers. They credit this in part to an open house held for friends, family and the community on January 2. The turnout was good.

While John, from Bethel Park, learned his skills at an old-style service station in Crafton, his son Steve attended Rosedale Technical Institute in Homestead for three years. He also studied engineering. Aaron says of his training, “I’ve been doing this since I was old enough to pick up a wrench.” He learned a lot, as well, at Odells Automotive in Monongahela.

John, who retired 16 years ago, said, “We’ve been looking for an idea years ago where Steve could have his own shop. We found this on Craig’s List.”
Steve said, “Once we found this place, all we had to do was clean it up. It took about three months.”

The mechanics are certified and do just about everything, except body work. They pride themselves on quick and honest service. They also say the shop is large enough to handle a fair amount of business.

Another advantage, Nancy adds, is that the shop is conveniently located right on the bus line. So, you can drop off your car and go somewhere.

Nancy says that she researched the prices and B & B’s Auto Service have the best. John guarantees, “We can beat prices pretty well and still provide the service. I don’t take advantage of women or the elderly.”

When you come into the shop, take advantage of the quarterly discount drawing for $25 or the 5% discount for military, veterans, police, and first responders. All major credit cards are accepted, including the fleet card.

Please keep this hometown business in mind for your automotive needs. Their hours are: M-F, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. For an appointment, call 724-379-4441. The four partners all said together, “We’re here to, hopefully, stay.”