In the middle of a changing business landscape in downtown Drayton is Dippel’s Family Garage.
Entering their fourth year of business at 24 Wellington Street, owners Dave and Eliza Dippel, feel they have established their family-run business.
Having vacationed at Conestogo Lake since he was a child, Dave was familiar with the area and decided to fulfill a lifelong dream of owning his own business and living in a small town.
Originally from Waterloo, Dave graduated top of his class. From there, he went to work at a dealership in the city, gaining valuable business and practical experience, which he used to establish himself in business.
Dave immediately recognized the importance of offering complete car care to the Mapleton community. The garage offers everything from mechanical repairs and maintenance such as tune ups, brakes, tires and balancing, to oil spraying and custom exhaust work. He specializes in fuel injection and air conditioning maintenance. The shop’s shelves are stocked with basic car care items from oil filters to car air fresheners, available for purchase at competitive prices.
It’s a steady investment of time and commitment that has made Dippel’s Family Garage a successful business in Mapleton.
“It’s important to us to be able to offer residents of Mapleton Township superior service and quality repairs at fair pricing without having to leave town,” said Dave. “Just because we are rural doesn’t mean we can’t offer comparable, if not better, service and pricing than the city.”
Dippel’s garage charges $29.95 (plus tax) for an oil change. Protect your vehicle this winter with oil spraying for $90 (plus tax) per vehicle.
Eliza handles all the administrative work with Dave, mechanic Douglas Lawrence and apprentice David Kienapple in the shop. Expansion and changes are part of a growing business. Dippel’s have recently added a flat bed tow truck to assist customers in moving vehicles around.
The Dippels love the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Mapleton and were not hesitant about their move to the community with their two children, Isaac and Luke.
Involvement in community is important to Dave and Eliza. They are both Legion members and are active in the Drayton Mapleton Agricultural Society. Dippel’s Family Garage sponsors and participates in the demolition derby at the Drayton Fair.
Teamwork is also an important part of their lives and is evident in their business, making them an excellent fit in the community.
Business hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 5:30pm, and Saturdays 8am to noon. For all your car care needs call Dave or Eliza at 519-638-2950.
