Exhaust, Muffler & Brake Repair in Rittman, OH
Rittman is the closest town to our shop — five miles up Route 57. Exhaust, mufflers, brakes, catalytic converters and general repair, priced up front, with the worn part shown to you before it is replaced.
218 S Lyman St, Wadsworth, OH 44281 About 5 miles and roughly 11 minutes from Rittman Mon–Fri 10–5:30 · Sat 10–2
Why Rittman Drivers Make the Drive
There is no route to explain: Route 57 north out of Rittman runs into Wadsworth and our shop is just off it on S Lyman St, south of downtown. Eleven minutes, no highway.
One thing that matters in Rittman and nowhere else on this list: almost all of the city is in Wayne County, which is not one of Ohio’s seven E-Check counties — so most Rittman vehicles never need an emissions test at all. A small north-eastern part of the city falls in Medina County, where E-Check does apply. Your registration renewal notice is the thing that tells you which side of that line you are on, and we will do the repair either way.
Being this close means the jobs people put off — a loud muffler, a rusted patch, a soft brake pedal — are worth a same-day trip rather than a Saturday plan.
More on the shop and the family running it on our about us page.
- Free exhaust inspection Drive in from Rittman and we will inspect the whole exhaust system at no charge, and show you what we find.
- We beat dealer prices Ask us about our pricing on mufflers, brake jobs and exhaust repairs before you book at the dealer.
What We Do for Rittman Vehicles
Exhaust and brake work is what we do all day, every day. Starting prices are real numbers, not a range — call for an exact quote on your vehicle.
Brake Repairs
Squeaking, grinding, or a soft pedal? We diagnose and repair the whole brake system — pads, rotors, calipers, hardware and lines. Most cars are a same-day job.
Shop brake kits, pads & rotors From $399 per axle, parts & laborMuffler Replacement & Repair
A muffler that has gone loud is usually rusted through at a seam or has lost its internal baffling. Direct-fit bolts into the factory hangers and looks stock; universal is welded in and costs less. We will tell you which one your vehicle actually needs.
Shop mufflers From $89.99 installedCatalytic Converters
Converter replacement for a P0420 code or a failed emissions test. We diagnose what killed the original first — replacing a converter without fixing the cause just kills the new one.
Shop converters From $349.99, universal fitOhio E-Check & Emissions Repair
Bring us the failure report. We pull the codes, find why it failed, and fix it — most often a converter, an oxygen sensor or a misfire.
Flex Pipe Repairs
The braided section behind the manifold is usually the first thing on an Ohio car to rust through. Same-visit fix in most cases.
From $119.99 weldedCustom Exhaust
Cat-back, axle-back, turbo-back, dual conversions and tip work, bent and welded on site to your vehicle.
Shop exhaust systemsFull service list and price table on our main service page. Prices are starting rates and may vary by vehicle. Call (330) 485-6823 for an exact quote.
Getting Here from Rittman
From Rittman: Route 57 north into Wadsworth; S Lyman St is just south of downtown, on the left.
218 S Lyman St
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 485-6823
| Monday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The building is the brick shop signed Modern Day Motors — same location, and the photo at the top of this page is what to look for. Get driving directions.
Other Towns We Serve
We are a Wadsworth shop, and most of our customers drive in from within about twenty minutes.
- Wadsworth — the shop
- Medina — 12 miles and under 20 minutes
- Norton — 7 miles and 12 minutes
- Barberton — 10 miles and under 20 minutes
- Rittman — this page
- Seville — 10 miles and 15 minutes
- Copley — 10 miles and 16 minutes
- Fairlawn — 13 miles and 21 minutes
- Montrose — 12 miles and 20 minutes
Outside these towns, or shipping a part to your own mechanic? We ship nationwide — browse the store or get in touch.
Questions from Rittman Customers
Does my Rittman vehicle need an Ohio E-Check?
Most likely not. Almost all of Rittman is in Wayne County, which is not one of Ohio’s seven E-Check counties — only Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage and Summit are. A small north-eastern part of the city falls in Medina County, where it does apply. Your registration renewal notice is what tells you which applies to your address. If you are told to test and the vehicle fails, the repair is the same job we do every week — call (330) 485-6823.
Is it worth driving over from Rittman?
It is about 5 miles and roughly 11 minutes — Route 57 north, and you are here. Most exhaust work is done while you wait, so it is usually one trip rather than a drop-off. Call (330) 485-6823 first and we can have the part on the shelf before you set off.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-ins are welcome and a lot of exhaust work gets done the same day, but calling ahead on (330) 485-6823 means we can have the part ready when you arrive. Brake jobs are worth booking.
How long does a muffler or flex pipe repair take?
Most muffler replacements and flex pipe repairs are done inside a couple of hours, often while you wait. Custom fabrication takes longer because it is bent to the vehicle.
Do the parts you install come with a warranty?
Parts we fit carry their manufacturer’s own warranty, and it varies by brand and by part. Ask us before the work starts and we will tell you what the specific part you are getting is covered for. For a part bought from our online store, our warranty information page explains how to start a claim.
Why is my check engine light on after a new catalytic converter?
Usually because whatever killed the original converter is still there — a misfire, an oxygen sensor, or oil getting into the exhaust. That is why we diagnose upstream before quoting a converter.
Rittman Exhaust & Brake Quotes
Free exhaust inspection, and a straight answer about what your vehicle actually needs.
