The last ASE certified mechanic i took a car in for a free brake check couldn’t get my lug nuts off of the wheels I just changed the brakes on. I got them off no problem.

The brake issue was glazing on one of the rotors. He said I did an excellent job with the brakes, tho. He put it on a lift but didn’t take the tires off.

Anyway I fixed the issue. Ase certifided is just something you pay for. It’s like my wood tech degree. Learned more hands on..it’s just a title.