What is the Ohio repair-estimate disclosure threshold?
Ohio Administrative Code 109:4-3-13 uses a $50 threshold for specified face-to-face repair estimate-choice disclosures. The same rule addresses authorization for additional unforeseen work and an itemized repair or service list.
Ohio repair estimate election, 10% added-work authorization, and itemized repair list
Ohio Administrative Code 109:4-3-13 requires specified estimate-choice disclosures for face-to-face motor-vehicle repair or service expected to exceed $50, requires authorization for additional unforeseen repairs when the rule’s thresholds are met, and requires a written itemized list of repairs/services, parts/materials, labor charges, and related information.
You perform covered motor-vehicle repairs for customers in Ohio.
Check recent jobs for the customer’s estimate choice, approval before added work beyond allowed limits, and the required itemized repair list.
Confirm your intake form contains the required estimate-choice disclosure, the required conspicuous notice is posted or provided, added work is authorized before the applicable threshold is exceeded, and the customer receives the required itemized repair/service list.
Official source and review date
Ohio Laws — OAC 109:4-3-13 Motor vehicle repairs or services ↗
Our reference was verified Sep 24, 2026. For the complete scope, exceptions and exact wording, use the official source.
For informational shop planning only. Not legal advice or a complete inventory of local and Federal requirements. Verify the official source and applicability before changing shop procedures.