Customer Story: How Fixaholics Helped Francis Get Back on the Road in Downtown Houston

When Francis from The Heights headed into work in downtown, the last thing she expected was a car emergency — especially with a storm rolling in. But like most car troubles, this one showed up at the worst possible time.

Her battery died while parked at work, and several coworkers jumped in to help. They tried to jump‑start the car, but after a few attempts (and a few sparks), the engine still wouldn’t turn over. By the next day, even after installing a brand‑new battery, the car refused to start. To make things worse, the vehicle was stuck in a tight parking spot that made towing nearly impossible.

That’s the kind of situation that turns a simple problem into a full‑blown headache.

Thankfully, Francis remembered seeing a Fixaholics ad and decided to give us a try. She booked a same‑day appointment, hoping for a miracle — or at least a mechanic who could reach her car without needing a tow truck.

When our Fixer arrived, he quickly diagnosed the issue: after so many failed start attempts, the engine had essentially “flooded.” It’s a common problem, but one that can be frustrating if you don’t know what’s going on.

A few minutes later, the car was running again.

No towing. No extra Uber rides. No wasted time waiting around in downtown traffic.

Just a quick, professional fix right where the car was parked.

Francis got back on the road, and we got to do what we do best — making car problems a little less stressful and a lot more convenient.