Mechanics Bank

An account was opened here for me so it’s not a bank by choice. It is, however, a very good place to do business.
They do have account minimums in order to avoid fees. It seems like standard banking to me, but I mostly do mine somewhere else.
Curtious staff. Nice airy office. Parking lot is a bit of a puzzle. But, lots of free, off street parking.

My only gripe about banking with Mechanics is that there is ALWAYS a wait because the windows are never completely staffed. At most, 3 tellers at a time are working the window. Might get lucky and have the merchant teller available.
Otherwise, I cannot recommend this bank enough (doesn’t have that bank feel that I’m used to, and I’ve banked with everyone from Chase to Wells Fargo… I also worked for BofA and Wells Fargo so I know they truly are awful). Free checking with direct deposit, ATM fee reimbursement so you don’t have to worry about racking up fees, and the employees are friendly in person and over the phone. Because this is a local bank it really has a hometown feel. The employees are always polite and not overworked from a lobby full of frustrated customers, unlike the big banks!

I love love love this branch not to mention Mechanics Bank. Everyone, I mean EVERYONE at this branch is so friendly and nice. I cant tell you enough how much I love this bank. I came from BofA and and found that not all banks are the same. I love the fact that you get a rebate back at the end of the month for ATM’s non MB that you have used thru the month. I also like the fact that they done charge you an arm and leg and newborn child for other fees that you might incur… Change banks… you wont regret it!

I LOVE this branch!!! The employees are friendly and courteous! The Manager is wonderful!!!
This Mechanics Bank cares about their customers.

Its worth it for the customer service, unlike the corporate giant banks that charge you fees for EVERYTHING! I’m so glad I switched!
Also, whenever you might find something odd on your account, they either call you and ask you about it, or they will work immediately to resolve the issue. You simply don’t find that sort of service from a big bank.
I’m glad I’m a thankful member of Mechanics Bank!

I usually don’t have that fond of a relationship with banks, but Mechanics Bank is definitely different in my eyes. When I put my hard earned cash into a bank account I want to know that I’m not going to be charged for every little thing. I have been banking at this branch of the Northern California chain since 2001. After being charged an outrageous $ 94 fee by the lamest bank around BofA, I decided to manage my money better and also switch to a bank with less fees. I found Mechanics Bank and its been awesome so far! I have the Smart & Easy checking account, and its great because even though they don’t have a lot of locations, they refund you all ATM surcharges at the end of the month and don’t charge you to use another bank’s ATM! The customer service is great at this branch too and its nice that when you call the 800 number you actually talk to a person, not an automated system. I only have a checking and a savings account here but I’d definitely consider them for other things down the road like long term savings or loans.