Air Filter Replacement in the area around Locust Grove, GA averages $31.00, with prices ranging from $20.00 to $50.00 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Locust Grove · June 2026
Air Filter Replacement prices in Locust Grove, GA range from $20.00 to $50.00 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 50 shops across the area. The engine air filter sits in a housing connected to the intake manifold and filters incoming air before it enters the combustion chamber. Prices for this service in Locust Grove vary by vehicle make and model, the grade of parts and fluids used, and whether you book with an independent shop, a franchise chain, or a dealership. Independent and chain repair shops in Locust Grove typically charge 20 to 40 percent less than dealerships for this service; dealerships may justify the premium for warranty-covered work or brand-specific diagnostics. All prices listed on this page were verified directly from shop websites or user-submitted receipts, and each carries a Last Verified date. For details on how PriceMyFix verifies prices, visit pricemyfix.com/about/methodology.
| Shop | Type | Price | Details | Verified | Distance | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BST Automotive Mobile Brakes and More1700 Northside Drive Northwest | Independent | $24.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 34.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Wilkinson Tire Center Inc5029 Lavista Road | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 34.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Peach State Auto Repair Snellville2039 Scenic Highway North | Independent | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.9 mi | View Shop | |
| A & S Auto Services4065 Buford Highway Northeast | Independent | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 36.5 mi | View Shop | |
| McDaniels Acura of Newnan8000 McIntosh Parkway | Dealership | $29.95Coupon | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 37.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Mike Fitzpatrick Ford, Inc.238 Bullsboro Drive | Dealership | $30.00 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 37.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Lilburn Auto Center4450 Lawrenceville Highway | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 37.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Global Tires621 Indian Trail Lilburn Road Northwest | Independent | $20.00Below avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 37.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Deluxe. Used/New tires-llantas5055 Jimmy Carter Boulevard | Independent | $29.99 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 37.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Georgia Car Company445 Beaver Ruin Road | Dealership | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 8 days agoby PriceMyFix | 37.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Triple R Autos LLC390 Jackson Street | Dealership | $35.00Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 39.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Jim Ellis Automotive Group5855 Peachtree Boulevard | Dealership | $29.95Coupon | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 39.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Eurofed Automotive3900 North Peachtree Road | Independent | $39.99Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 39.4 mi | View Shop | |
| U. S. A. Motors1234 Beaver Ruin Road | Dealership | $24.99Below avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 39.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Max Lots of Atlanta, LLC107 Temple Avenue | Dealership | $29.95Coupon | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 39.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Georgia Supreme Motors2044 Lawrenceville Highway | Dealership | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 39.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Tilly Mill Goodyear Auto Center4363 Tilly Mill Road | Franchise | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 40.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Mavis Tires & Brakes4488 South Cobb Drive Southeast | Franchise | $39.99Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 40.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Dunwoody Automotive4429 Tilly Mill Road | Independent | $35.00Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 40.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Cooper Lake Car Care4360 South Cobb Drive Southeast | Independent | $29.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 40.5 mi | View Shop |
| Auto Fiesta5865 Buford Highway | Dealership | $29.95Coupon | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 40.5 mi | View Shop | |
| T3 Atlanta Auto Repair4000 Atlanta Road Southeast | Independent | $29.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 4 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 40.6 mi | View Shop |
| Nalley Lexus Smyrna2750 Cobb Parkway Southeast | Dealership | $29.95Coupon | Verified 8 days agoby PriceMyFix | 41.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Gravity Autos Duluth3020 Satellite Boulevard Northwest | Dealership | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 41.9 mi | View Shop | |
| High Tech Motorsports & Fabrication4825 Buford Highway Northeast | Independent | $24.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 41.9 mi | View Shop |
The average air filter replacement in Locust Grove, GA costs $28.98 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $20.00 at Global Tires.
Trucks and SUVs with higher oil capacity may cost more. Check individual shop listings for vehicle-specific pricing.
The engine air filter sits in a housing connected to the intake manifold and filters incoming air before it enters the combustion chamber. Dust, pollen, road grit, and debris in the intake air would cause rapid abrasive wear on cylinder walls, rings, and valves. A clogged filter restricts airflow, which the engine control unit compensates for by enriching the fuel mixture — resulting in lower MPG and reduced power. Paper element filters are the standard; washable oiled gauze filters (K&N and equivalents) are an aftermarket option that can be cleaned and reused.
Every 15,000–30,000 miles under normal conditions, but inspect visually at every oil change — a quick visual takes 30 seconds and an air filter is usually accessible without tools. In heavy dust, high-pollen areas, or after driving on unpaved roads, replace more frequently. If you hold the filter up to light and can't see light through it easily, replace it. In the South, high-pollen seasons (February through May across the Sun Belt) can clog a filter in 8,000–10,000 miles.
A clogged air filter won't leave you stranded, but it does measurable damage to your fuel economy: AAA testing shows a badly clogged filter reduces MPG 3–5% and in extreme cases causes hesitation under acceleration. On carbureted engines (pre-1990), a clogged filter could flood the engine with an overly rich mixture. On modern EFI engines, the ECU compensates, so fuel economy loss is the main penalty. With a $15–$30 filter and 5-minute DIY replacement time, there's little reason to delay — it's the easiest maintenance item on most vehicles.
Air filters are frequently used as an upsell platform: (1) quick-lube shops often show you a dirty-looking filter under bright light — compare it to a new one before agreeing to replacement if you're not due, (2) 'performance' air filters marketed as giving more power — modern EFI systems are calibrated for the stock filter; an aftermarket filter changes the intake sound but rarely provides measurable power gains on a stock engine, (3) shops that insist on a specific 'OEM brand' filter at $40–$60 — any quality filter meeting your vehicle's spec is acceptable for a non-warranty vehicle; name brands like WIX, NAPA Gold, or Mann work as well as OEM for most engines.
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