Rates and Pricing
What We Charge, Posted in Full
Short answer
Body and paint $210 per hour. Mechanical and electrical $260. Diagnostics $285 with the first hour credited back against an authorized repair.
OCRV Center posts all four labor rates, the materials formula, parts markup, deposit schedule and estimate policy. Insurance-billed work may be written at carrier-negotiated rates that differ from these retail figures, and we explain that before you authorize anything.
Updated 2026-07-29 by OCRV Center Editorial Team
2026 Posted Labor Rates
- Body and Paint: $210 per hour
- Structural, panel, fiberglass and refinish work.
- Mechanical and Electrical: $260 per hour
- Chassis, 12V and 120V systems, generators, appliances.
- Diagnostics, Scan and Programming: $285 per hour
- One hour minimum, credited against an authorized repair.
- Detail: $95 per hour
- Interior and exterior reconditioning.
Materials, Parts and Tax
Materials are calculated rather than estimated, which is why we can publish the formula instead of a vague percentage.
- Paint supplies
- $55 per hour times paint hours
- Body supplies
- $5 per hour times body hours
- Hazmat and disposal
- $45 flat when chemicals, refrigerant or LP is involved
- Sales tax
- 7.75 percent on parts and materials. Labor is not taxed.
- Parts $100 or less
- 100 percent markup
- Parts over $100
- 35 percent markup
- Special order parts
- 100 percent non-refundable deposit at time of order
What an Estimate Costs
We charge for estimates and credit them back. A paid estimate buys a documented, measured, photographed finding rather than an opinion from a walkaround.
- Collision estimate
- By appointment. Insurance walk-ins are always welcome.
- RV systems estimate
- $150, credited back against an authorized repair. Covers slides, awnings, water, electrical and generator.
- In-depth diagnostic
- 1 hour at $285, credited back against an authorized repair.
Deposits and Payment
- Jobs over $2,000
- 50 percent deposit at authorization
- Jobs over $10,000
- Additional 25 percent when parts arrive
- Final balance
- Due at pickup. No vehicle leaves the property until the ticket is paid in full.
- Card payments over $1,000
- 3.5 percent surcharge, a direct pass-through of merchant fees
Pricing by Category
- Labor Rates
Posted 2026 labor rates for RV, van and truck repair: body and paint $210, mechanical $260, diagnostics $285, detail $95 per hour.
- Estimate Policy
What an RV estimate costs in San Clemente and why it is credited back. Collision by appointment, $150 systems estimate, $285 diagnostic hour.
- Collision & Paint Pricing
RV collision repair cost bands for San Clemente owners. Panel work, cap replacement, paint, fiberglass, delamination, glass, decals and wrap.
- Systems Pricing
What RV systems repair costs in San Clemente: slides, awnings, roof, electrical, generator, plumbing, appliances, HVAC, solar and leveling.
- Van & Fleet Pricing
Van, commercial truck and trailer repair cost bands for San Clemente fleets. Collision, refinish, box bodies, lift gates, graphics and wraps.
- Deposits & Payment
How deposits and payment work at OCRV Center: 50 percent at authorization over $2,000, balance at pickup, card surcharge over $1,000.
Every Priced Line Item We Publish
145 line items drawn from work we have actually completed, sorted by entry price. These are ranges, not quotes. The number that matters is on your signed estimate.
| Line item | Range | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Hazmat and disposal, flatApplied when chemicals, refrigerant or LP are involved. | $45 to $45 | |
| Detail labor, posted hourly ratePer hour. The lowest labor rate we post. All detail work is quoted as hours needed after we see the vehicle. | $95 to $95 | |
| Detail, oxidation and paint correction labor, per hourCorrection is often the right answer instead of a refinish. | $95 to $95 | |
| Detail labor, per hour | $95 to $95 | |
| RV systems estimateCredited back against authorized repair. | $150 to $150 | |
| Compartment and baggage door | $200 to $1,800 | 1 to 10 |
| Body and paint labor, posted hourly rateApplies when mounting rail tear-out requires skin repair. | $210 to $210 | 1 to 1 |
| Body and paint labor, per hourApplies to all fiberglass, layup, fairing and refinish operations. | $210 to $210 | |
| Tire service and bearing repack | $250 to $1,200 | |
| E-track, D-ring and tie-down installation | $250 to $2,500 | 1 to 10 |
| LED lighting upgrades | $250 to $2,500 | |
| Roof vent and fan replacement | $250 to $1,200 | |
| Pre-purchase inspection, travel trailer or fifth wheel | $250 to $800 | 2 to 4 |
| Pre-trip cosmetic and structural body inspection | $250 to $600 | 1 to 3 |
| Wheel bearing repack and hub service | $250 to $1,200 | 1 to 5 |
| RV winterization and de-winterization | $250 to $750 | |
| Window and frame reseal | $250 to $3,500 | 1 to 14 |
| Roof vent or powered fan replacement | $250 to $1,200 | |
| DOT reflective tape | $250 to $1,200 | |
| Window and frame reseal and replacement, Hehr, A&E, Kinro | $250 to $3,500 | 1 to 14 |
| Window repair, reseal and replacement | $250 to $2,500 | 1 to 10 |
| Mechanical and electrical labor, posted hourly rate | $260 to $260 | 1 to 1 |
| Mechanical and electrical laborPosted hourly rate for generator mechanical and electrical work. | $260 to $260 | |
| Mechanical and electrical labor, per hourApplies to chassis, house systems, appliances and 12V or 120V work. | $260 to $260 | |
| 12V and 110V diagnostics and repairApplies when the appliance fault turns out to be circuit, board or supply related. | $285 to $5,000+ | 1 to 20 |
| LP gas system service and leak repairRegulator pressure setting, line capping after a conversion and full system leak testing. | $285 to $2,500 | 1 to 10 |
| Transfer switch and shore power diagnostics | $285 to $1,500 | 1 to 6 |
| Lighting and wiring diagnostics | $285 to $2,500 | |
| Structural assessment, diagnostic rate, one hour minimumCredited back against authorized repair. | $285 to $285 | 1 to 1 |
| Diagnostics, scan and programming laborHourly rate with a one hour minimum, credited against an authorized repair. | $285 to $285 | 1 to undefined |
| Pre-purchase inspection, van | $285 to $800 | 2 to 4 |
| Diagnostic, one hour minimumCredited back against authorized repair. | $285 to $285 | 1 to 1 |
| Fresh water plumbing service and repair | $285 to $4,500 | 1 to 18 |
| Diagnostic labor, one hour minimum, credited to the repairMechanical and electrical labor bills at $260 per hour thereafter. | $285 to $285 | 1 to 1 |
| Diagnostics, scan and programming, per hourOne hour minimum, credited against an authorized repair. | $285 to $285 | |
| In-depth diagnostic, one hour minimumThe first hour is credited against an authorized repair. | $285 to $1,425 | 1 to 5 |
| Diagnostic, first hourOne hour minimum, credited back at authorization. | $285 to $285 | 1 to 1 |
| ADAS scan and recalibration | $285 to $1,800 | |
| Electric brake and axle service | $300 to $5,000 | |
| Chassis lube and basic service | $300 to $1,200 | 1 to 5 |
| Ventilation system repair and upgradeDuct balancing, plenum repair, return sealing and airflow correction. | $300 to $3,500 | 1 to 14 |
| Pre-purchase inspection, truck camper | $300 to $900 | 2 to 4 |
| Annual maintenance service, trailer | $300 to $1,500 | 2 to 6 |
| Leveling jack service, manual, electric or hydraulic | $300 to $4,500 | 1 to 18 |
| Annual maintenance service, travel trailer or fifth wheel | $300 to $1,500 | 2 to 6 |
| Cooktop, range and microwave replacement | $350 to $2,500 | 1 to 10 |
| Furnace service and repair | $350 to $2,500 | 2 to 10 |
| Leveling system service, Lippert, HWH, BigFoot, Power Gear, BAL | $350 to $6,500+ | 2 to 25 |
| Water heater service, Suburban, Atwood, Truma or AquaHot | $350 to $4,500 | 1 to 18 |
| Skylight replacement | $350 to $2,500 | |
| Skylight repair and replacement | $350 to $2,500 | 1 to 10 |
| Refrigerator service, Dometic, Norcold, Furrion or residentialCovers diagnosis and component repair through cooling unit replacement and full unit swap. | $400 to $4,500 | 1 to 18 |
| Washer and dryer install and service | $400 to $2,500 | |
| 12V and shore power electrical wiringDedicated appliance circuits and inverter sub panel feeds. | $400 to $5,500 | 2 to 22 |
| Awning fabric replacement | $400 to $2,500 | 2 to 10 |
| Slide out topper and awning replacement, combined | $400 to $2,500 | 2 to 10 |
| Roof rack and ladder install | $400 to $3,500 | 2 to 14 |
| Decal removal | $400 to $2,500 | 2 to 10 |
| Rust treatment and anti-corrosion coating | $400 to $3,500 | 2 to 14 |
| Generator service and repair, Onan and CumminsCovers routine service through carburetor rebuild, decarbon, injector work and major overhaul. | $400 to $8,500+ | 2 to 35 |
| Pre-purchase inspection, full RV systems walk and written report | $400 to $1,200 | 3 to 6 |
| Annual maintenance service, motorhome | $400 to $2,500 | 3 to 10 |
| Suspension service, leaf, torsion or air ride | $400 to $6,500 | 2 to 25 |
| Entry and baggage door repair | $400 to $4,500 | 2 to 20 |
| Entry step replacement | $400 to $2,000 | |
| Annual maintenance service, motorized coachRange reflects length, slide count and system count. | $400 to $2,500 | 3 to 10 |
| Pre-purchase inspection | $400 to $1,200 | 3 to 6 |
| Slide seal replacement | $400 to $3,000 | 2 to 14 |
| Sliding door repair | $400 to $3,500 | 2 to 14 |
| Cargo, ramp and roll up door | $400 to $5,500 | 2 to 22 |
| Suspension service | $400 to $6,500 | |
| Rust treatment | $400 to $3,500 | |
| Cabinetry and furniture repair and replacement | $400 to $7,500 | 3 to 35 |
| Window install, side, rear and sliding | $400 to $3,500 | 2 to 14 |
| Slide out topper replacement | $450 to $1,800 | 3 to 8 |
| Slide topper replacement | $450 to $1,800 | 3 to 8 |
| Awning arm and motor replacement | $500 to $3,500 | 3 to 14 |
| Roof repair, reseal or full replacement | $500 to $14,000 | 3 to 70 |
| Flooring and subfloor replacement | $500 to $8,500 | |
| Tow hitch and 7 way wiring install | $500 to $2,500 | 2 to 10 |
| Decal and graphics replacement | $500 to $5,500 | 3 to 25 |
| Color match paint blendingBilled at the body and paint rate of $210 per hour. | $500 to $5,000+ | 4 to 25 |
| House battery replacement, AGM, lithium or LiFePO4 | $500 to $5,500 | 2 to 10 |
| Air bag suspension repair | $500 to $4,500 | 2 to 18 |
| Axle service and replacement, Dexter and AL-KO | $500 to $5,500 | 3 to 22 |
| Color match blending into adjacent panels | $500 to $5,000+ | 4 to 25 |
| Decal and graphics replacement or reproduction | $500 to $5,500 | 3 to 25 |
| Cabinetry repair, refacing and custom build | $500 to $7,500 | 4 to 35 |
| Headliner and wall panel repair and replacement | $500 to $5,500 | 3 to 22 |
| Slide out mechanism service | $500 to $8,500+ | 3 to 35 |
| Color match blending | $500 to $5,000 | 4 to 22 |
| Floor repair and replacement | $500 to $9,500 | 4 to 40 |
| Axle service and replacement | $500 to $5,500 | |
| Headliner and wall panel repair | $500 to $5,500 | 3 to 22 |
| Inverter and charger replacementRequired on most residential refrigerator conversions. | $750 to $4,500 | 3 to 14 |
| Collision and body repair | $750 to $50,000+ | 5 to 250 |
| Water damage, delamination and soft spot repair | $750 to $18,000+ | 5 to 80 |
| Frame and structural welding and repair | $750 to $20,000+ | 5 to 80 |
| Cargo shelving and racking install, Adrian Steel, Ranger Design, Weather Guard | $750 to $7,500 | 4 to 30 |
| AC replacement, hard start and soft start install | $750 to $4,500 | 2 to 14 |
| AquaHot and hydronic heat system service | $750 to $8,500 | 3 to 35 |
| Black and gray tank repair and replacementUpper end reflects dropping the underbelly on an enclosed coach to extract a tank. | $750 to $8,500 | 5 to 35 |
| Shower, tub and pan replacement | $750 to $5,500 | 4 to 25 |
| Fiberglass cap repair, front and rear | $750 to $12,000+ | 4 to 60 |
| Water damage restoration and subfloor | $750 to $15,000+ | 4 to 60 |
| Roof recoat and resealEPDM, TPO and fiberglass each take different products and prep. | $750 to $4,500+ | 4 to 20 |
| Furniture replacement, theater seats, sofas and dinettes | $750 to $8,500 | 4 to 25 |
| Flooring replacement, LVT, vinyl, carpet or tile | $750 to $9,500 | 6 to 40 |
| Slide out rebuild kits | $750 to $7,500 | 4 to 30 |
| Inverter and charger replacement, Magnum, Xantrex or Victron | $750 to $4,500 | 3 to 14 |
| 12V electrical, auxiliary battery and inverter system build | $750 to $7,500 | 4 to 30 |
| Roof reinforcement and solar roof rack install | $750 to $6,500 | 4 to 30 |
| Roof reinforcement and solar rack | $750 to $6,500 | 4 to 30 |
| 12V electrical, auxiliary battery and inverter | $750 to $7,500 | |
| Frame and structural welding | $750 to $20,000+ | 5 to 80 |
| Cab body repair | $750 to $12,000 | 5 to 60 |
| Box and cargo body repair | $750 to $15,000 | 5 to 80 |
| Water damage restoration and subfloor replacement | $750 to $15,000+ | 4 to 60 |
| Collision repair, insurance and customer pay | $1,000 to $150,000+ | 5 to 800 |
| Wall and roof skin replacement | $1,000 to $15,000 | 8 to 60 |
| Reefer skin and liner repair | $1,000 to $18,000 | 8 to 80 |
| Solar installation, roof array plus portable panel | $1,200 to $8,500 | 6 to 35 |
| Interior renovation | $1,500 to $35,000+ | 15 to 150 |
| Vinyl wrap, partial and full | $1,500 to $9,500 | 10 to 40 |
| Slide room rebuild and structural repair | $1,500 to $7,500 | 10 to 35 |
| Delamination repair, sidewall, roof or slide face | $1,500 to $20,000+ | 10 to 100 |
| Vinyl wrap | $1,500 to $9,500 | 10 to 40 |
| Full interior remodel, cabinets, countertops, flooring and walls | $1,500 to $50,000+ | 20 to 250 |
| Interior renovation and remodel | $1,500 to $35,000+ | 15 to 150 |
| Solar panel installation, rigid and flexible, with MPPT controller | $1,500 to $12,000+ | 8 to 40 |
| Solar install, roof panels with MPPT and lithium house bank | $1,500 to $12,000 | 8 to 40 |
| Collision repair and refinish | $1,500 to $40,000+ | 10 to 200 |
| Fleet graphics and vinyl wrap | $1,500 to $8,500 | 10 to 40 |
| Collision repair and paint refinish | $1,500 to $50,000+ | 10 to 250 |
| Lift gate installation and repair | $1,500 to $8,500 | 8 to 35 |
| Interior renovation and remodel, partial scope | $1,500 to $35,000+ | 15 to 150 |
| Interior build-out and conversion, race, work or mobile business | $2,500 to $50,000+ | 20 to 250 |
| Aluminum skin and sidewall replacement | $2,500 to $25,000+ | 16 to 120 |
| RV windshield replacement, Class A one or two piece | $2,500 to $7,500 | 6 to 18 |
| Roof membrane replacement, EPDM, TPO or fiberglass | $3,500 to $18,000+ | 20 to 80 |
| Front or rear cap replacement | $4,500 to $25,000+ | 30 to 120 |
| Custom build-out, camper conversion, mobile office or mobile medical | $5,000 to $80,000+ | 40 to 400 |
| Full paint refinish | $5,000 to $35,000+ | 40 to 250 |
| Custom build-outFull-time living conversions and vintage restorations. | $5,000 to $80,000+ | 40 to 400 |
| Full refinish and repaint | $5,000 to $30,000 | 40 to 200 |
Ranges reflect real jobs we have run. Final figures come from a written estimate after we see the vehicle.