Regas your car aircon in Widnes

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Is your aircon not blowing cold air? Is your car damp, or are your windows steaming up? Don't worry - you most likely need a car aircon regas, and our Widnes Air-Con specialists will help.


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Top garages for Aircon Regas in Widnes (15 found)
N & J AUTOCARE
665 Jobs Completed
Whiston
4.9 / 5

DUE TO COVID 19 RESTRICTIONS WE ARE UNABLE TO ALLOW CUSTOMERS TO WAIT WITH THEIR VEHICLES, THIS INFORMATION WAS PASSED TO US VIA OUR LOCAL COUNCIL. THIS IS TO REDUCE THE

Glynn Andrews Service Centre (Widnes)
957 Jobs Completed
Widnes
4.7 / 5

"We are experts in automotive parts repair including tyres, brakes, exhausts, MOT testing, car servicing, air conditioning recharge and diagnostic repair. We are open

NW VAGTECH
7 Jobs Completed
Runcorn
5.0 / 5

Nw VAG TECH is a Independent garage based in Runcorn Cheshire. With a large 4 ramp workshop we offer a wide range of vehicle maintenance and repairs. All makes and models

Competa garage services
60 Jobs Completed
hale bank
5.0 / 5

Local friendly garage Specialising in welding,clutches,brakes,engine rebuild and changes Fully qualified 28 years experience My moto if it's not broke we won't re

Fast Fix Automotive
13 Job Completed
St. Helens
5.0 / 5

Started off at 16 working for District Garage in Bolton doing day release from Bolton College. I left College after completing my City & Guilds Level 3, and I moved t

IDC Autos
1 Job Completed
St helens
5.0 / 5

We are a small family run garage who have been mechanics for over 15 years. We cover all aspects of vehicle maintenance,our motto is if we can not fix it nobody can, we p

Lunts Heath Tyre and Exhausts
Member since 25 March 2022
Widnes

Lunts Heath Tyre & Exhaust is an independent, family run vehicle maintenance business, established over 25 years ago, based in Widnes, Cheshire. We offer a wide r

Hale Service Station
Member since 12 June 2019
Liverpool

Welcome to Hale Service Station in Hale Village Liverpool. W're an independent garage established since 1970 providing vehicle MOT and repair services. All of our work

SBM Service and Repair LTD
Member since 03 August 2022
Widnes

We are a family run business based in Widnes close to Cronton Village and Ditton. We carry out service, repair and MOT's to all makes and models and have technicians with

MA AUTOS
Member since 13 December 2016
widnes

MA Autos is a successfully established family run business catering for all your mechanical repair needs from car servicing to tyre fitting you name it we provide it, NO

R and L Motors
Member since 29 June 2017
Widnes

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The German Car Specialists Cheshire Ltd
Member since 31 December 2017
Runcorn

Here at the German Car Specialist we aim to deliver the main dealer experience at a fraction of the price, specialising in Audi Vw Seat Skoda Why not drop us a message to

Adrian's Mechanic
Member since 05 April 2020
warrington

I.m a mobile mechanic based in warrington and i wroking on 25 miles radious from warrington.Every job availbale for any car !

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Regas your car aircon in Widnes
Frequently asked questions
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How does car Air Conditioning work?

Your air conditioning works in a similar way to your fridge. It uses 'refrigerant', which changes from a liquid to a gas at a relatively low temperature, in a series of coils. When it does, it absorbs heat. It blows air past these coils, cooling the air as it passes. Afterwards, this gas is converted back to a liquid, creating heat, but this heat is blown outside, rather than into, your car.

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What is an Air-Con 'Regas'?

The process involves removing all refrigerants from your air-conditioning system and replacing with the precise quantity of fresh refrigerant. It is required if the air is no longer blowing as cold as it should or isn't clearing up fogged windows.

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How can I prolong the life of my Air Conditioning?

Use it! Make sure to switch it on every few weeks in the winter/spring and let it run until the air is blowing really cold. This will mean it is more reliable in the summer.

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Can I regas Air-Conditioning myself?

‘Kits’ are available to inject fresh refrigerant into your system. However, they won't remove old refrigerant, impurities, moisture etc, nor will they check for leaks. Given the low cost of a professional re-gas, we would always recommend it.

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How often do you have to regas car air-conditioning?

Most vehicle manufacturers would recommend that the process should be carried out every 1-2 years.

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How to check air-con gas

There are a number of ways to check your aircon to see if it needs a regas. Look out for your AC running for a long time and never cooling your car, air coming out of vents not very cold, a hissing or bubbling noise and of course any leaks. These signs should push you towards booking in a regas.

Average rating for  Aircon Regas in Widnes bookings

4.78

36 reviews

How much does Aircon Regas cost in Widnes?

The cost of servicing, MOT and repairs differ across the country and Aircon Regas is not any different. Labour rates will be higher or lower depending on where in the country you are. Take a look below at the average quote in Widnes for Aircon Regas on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of our top car makes.


Aircon Regas Cost by Car Make in Widnes
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Renault£79.13
Ford£91.63
Vauxhall£88.49

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 29/12/2023 and 28/03/2024.

How often does car air conditioning need recharging?

Usually, you need your aircon re-gassed about every two years. This will allow the aircon system to run smoothly and probably save some fuel too.

The majority of modern cars have air conditioning fitted as standard as it is vital for making the ride in a car comfortable for passengers.

An air conditioning system works by using refrigerant gas to push air through several components in the aircon system and then into your car.

Whether its freezing cold or boiling hot, it’s your air conditioning which makes driving in such conditions bearable, so it’s important to look after the system!

Surprisingly, over 10% of air-con gas escapes through the system each year. This means that the power of the system drops significantly over time. However, your air conditioning will not be checked during an MOT or service which is why it’s important that you make an effort to have it checked specifically.

Car manufacturers recommend that cars should have their air con recharged (Regassed) every two years.

Even if your car is new it should be something that you have checked as your cars performance could be significantly affected.

This is because the engine will have to work harder to produce cold air if there is an issue with the air conditioning meaning more fuel will be required to make the system work.

If the system has not been recharged in two years, the drop in engine performance will be noticeable.

As soon as you realise a drop in the power of your air con you should take the vehicle in for repair. If there is an unpleasant smell being emitted, this is another sign that the air con needs looking at.

How does aircon regassing work?

The job of recharging air conditioning is not complex and will not take long.

The mechanic will carry out a leaks check on the air con system before the repair work, to ensure the job can be carried out without causing damage to the car.

As soon as this is complete, the technician will be able to recharge the system.

The mechanic carrying out the work will first remove old refrigerant from your car as well as the current gas and lubricant.

They will then replace it with new gas and lubricants.

The job will also typically include an entire system clean out which is carried out to remove any bacterial build up.

This is often the reason for a strange or unpleasant smell being emitted from the air conditioning which is why it is important to have this job completed every two years.

The whole process should take around 45 minutes as there are no new parts required for install.

The air conditioning in your car should be noticeably improved after a regas if you haven’t had one for over two years.

If you want to ensure your air conditioning stays in tip top condition, make sure to use it regularly as this the compressor will stay lubricated.

Finding a mechanic you can trust to do a good job and charge a fair price, is not always easy, which is why we simplified the process.

  • Enter your car registration number
  • Give us a few details about your car and your requirements
  • We’ll send you a great selection of quotes from mechanics and garages in your area

You can then compare the quotes and read reviews from previous customers to find the best deal in your area, before booking aircon regas online.

Gavin from Ross Motors explains an Aircon regas