Understanding Your EEK Mechanical Invoice — Every Line Item Explained
EEK Mechanical invoices itemise every cost. Here is a plain-language explanation of every line item you might see on an invoice, and why each one exists.
Deposit
The deposit of significant cost is collected at the time of booking and covers the initial call-out and assessment. It is credited against your final invoice. If the job does not proceed for any reason outside your control, the deposit is refundable less any costs incurred.
Towing Fee
A towing fee applies to all jobs and covers the tow truck operator's time, fuel, and equipment. Our current towing rates are published at rate card.
Labour
Labour covers the technician's time for manufacturer-spec fuel system recovery, filter replacement, and system verification. It is charged at an hourly rate with a minimum billing period. Complex jobs — vehicles that have been driven on the wrong fuel, or vehicles requiring injector cleaning — attract higher labour charges.
Fuel Disposal Fee
Contaminated fuel is a hazardous waste. Its removal, transport, and disposal by a licensed contractor is a real cost that cannot be avoided under New Zealand law. This fee reflects the licensed disposal pathway for the volume removed from your vehicle.
Platform, Compliance & Coordination Fee
The NZIFDA filing fee (see rate card) covers the mandatory NZIFDA National Misfuel Register filing that EEK Mechanical completes on your behalf, plus our coordination platform and payment processing infrastructure. It is disclosed as a separate line item so you can see exactly what you are paying for. It cannot be waived — the register filing is legally required from April 2026.
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