Repairs by Rolex Canada, or by a local company based in Vancouver B.C.?

[PeterKam]

Hi everyone,

Just recently posted asking if my watch was worth repairing and got a huge, "FOR SURE!".

Since I am in British Columbia, Canada, I thought I would first check out local watch repair shops. I came across Otto Friedl Limited in Vancouver and gave them a call. It appears they do all the same repairs as Rolex Canada. I also called Rolex Canada and received a quote. They were more expensive than Otto Friedl.

While saving on repair costs in good thing, it's more important to me that the job is done correctly, and the company doing so, stands behind their service. I also prefer to support a local business. However, am I taking a risk by not going directly to Rolex Canada for my repairs?

Peter