As a family-run business, we know exactly how stressful it is when your car isn’t cooperating—especially on those rare, scorching British summer days! Most of us take our car’s air conditioning for granted until it suddenly starts blowing lukewarm air.
Whether you are planning a long family road trip or just trying to stay comfortable on your daily commute, our friendly team is here to keep your cabin crisp, clean, and perfectly chilled.
What is a Car Air Conditioning Service and Re-gassing?
Over time, your car naturally loses its cooling gas (refrigerant)—roughly 10% each year, in fact! A standard car air conditioning service and re-gassing is simply a quick health check where we:
- Empty out the old gas.
- Test the system for any sneaky leaks.
- Refill it with fresh, crisp refrigerant and vital system lubricant.
Did you know? Air conditioning maintenance isn’t typically checked during your standard annual MOT or vehicle service, so it is incredibly easy to overlook!
How Do You Know When Your Air-Con Needs Regassing?
The first sign that your air-con needs regassing is that the air being blown from the vents is not as cool as it used to be. You might even notice that the cabin temperature doesn’t feel any different whether the AC is switched on or off!
If you are wondering whether it is time to book in for a car air conditioning service and re-gassing, look out for these common clues:
- The “Lukewarm” Breeze: The vents are blowing weak, warm air instead of a chilly breeze.
- Winter Window Fog: Your windscreen takes ages to clear and demist on cold, damp mornings.
- The Calendar Check: If you can’t remember the last time the system was regassed, it’s probably worth doing. We usually recommend a top-up every two years.
If you want to read up a bit more on how the process works, you can check out the RAC Drive Guide to Air-Con Regassing, which explains everything you need to know about keeping your system running smoothly.
We Handle Both Types of Air Con Gas
Cars use different types of cooling gases depending on when they were made. Don’t worry if you don’t know which one your car needs—our family team has the specialist equipment to handle both, and we will check your vehicle’s requirements before we start your car air conditioning service and re-gassing:
- R134a Gas: This is the standard gas used in most vehicles manufactured before 2017.
- R1234yf Gas: This is a newer, much more eco-friendly gas required by law for newer vehicles manufactured after 2017.
Why Choose Our Family Team?
We treat your car like one of our own. When you bring your vehicle to us, you will get honest, straightforward advice without any baffling garage jargon. We work quickly—most regasses take about an hour.
Ready to Cool Down Your Drive?
Don’t sweat out the summer or struggle with a foggy winter windscreen. Get in touch to request an appointment or ask our friendly team a question. We will get back to you as soon as possible!
