We are devastated to share the news that our auto repair shop (S&E Auto Repair on 1138 E Houston Ave, Visalia, CA 93292) was tragically destroyed to ashes by on 6/6/2023. We find ourselves at a crossroads, desperately seeking your support to help us start the rebuilding process for our small business.

For years, we’ve proudly served our Visalia community, ensuring that every vehicle that entered our shop received the care and attention it deserved. This auto shop has been running for over 5 decades; a place where many mechanics learned the fundamentals to start their own business and many loyal customers who brought their car to only our shop. We took great pride in delivering high-quality repairs, honest advice, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Our customers were more than just clients; they were part of our extended family.

Our auto shop was our bread and butter; it was a business my 2 sisters and I wanted to own and operate as it was a dream our father had. His passion for cars was our motivation for building this business for him. All three of us played an integral part of the day-to-day operations; whether it was working in the back office or spending our evenings ordering parts.

Now, faced with the aftermath of this calamity, we are left with nothing but charred remains and a mountain of financial burden. Our family has exhausted our personal savings and unfortunately do not have the financial resources to start over. The cost of rebuilding our business is astronomical, and without any help, it may be impossible to rise from these ashes.

Any donation, no matter how big or small, will make an enormous difference to our family. Whether you can contribute financially or simply share our story with your friends and family, your support will give us the strength and determination to rise above this tragedy. We humbly ask for your help in rebuilding our auto repair business, restoring hope, and keeping the wheels of our community turning.

Thank you very much from the depths of our hearts for your consideration, kindness, and support during this incredibly challenging time.