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BEST Service Centre, 59 Recreation Road, GUILDFORD, GU1 1HE
BEST Service Centre in Guildford has over 25 years experience in the motor trade. Our main objective is to offer excellent service at an affordable price. BEST Service Centre are specialists in vehicle parts, repair and replacements including brakes, exhausts, suspension, tyres and MOT services.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£72
4.79 (1308 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, trustworthy staff and efficient service, with many highlighting honest advice, competitive pricing, and the convenience of quick turnarounds and flexible collection or delivery options. The team earns particular appreciation from female customers who feel comfortable and confident they won't be oversold, and several long-term clients return year after year for MOTs and servicing. A small number of reviewers raised concerns about MOT accuracy, post-MOT repair pricing that felt higher than expected, or occasional delays with timekeeping and communication, suggesting these areas could benefit from closer attention.
Shalford Auto Centre has over 25 years experience in the motor trade. Our main objective is to offer excellent service at an affordable price. Shalford Auto Centre are specialists in in-depth vehicle diagnosis, DPF's and repairs including brakes, exhausts, suspension, tyres and class 4 & 7 MOT's
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£95
4.92 (83 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, knowledgeable staff, swift turnarounds, and straightforward booking process, with many highlighting how easy it is to secure last-minute appointments. Clear communication throughout the process, from explaining MOT advisories to discussing repair options, is a recurring strength that gives customers genuine confidence in the work being carried out. No meaningful weaknesses emerge across the reviews, with one customer noting the reception area is a little spartan, though this appears to be an isolated observation rather than a common concern.
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UNIT 1H CATHEDRAL HILL INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, GUILDFORD, GU2 7YB
At Motormech we service, repair and MOT all makes and models of vehicles and we aim to provide true value for money. Our customers benefit from a team who are open to questions and who know and believe in the advice and information we give to our customers. We always try to develop a positive and trusting relationship and are proud to have a loyal customer base. A large proportion of our customers come to us by referral and personal recommendations.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£79
4.62 (27 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise this garage for its friendly, approachable staff and efficient service, with many highlighting the helpful reception team and competitive pricing as particular strengths. The garage also earns strong marks for transparency and thoroughness, with one customer noting it was the first place they had truly trusted with an older vehicle. One reviewer mentioned receiving frequent reminder calls in the lead-up to their appointment, which may benefit from being scaled back, and a single isolated review cited rude staff, though this stands in contrast to the overwhelmingly positive feedback about the team.
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Moorfield Road, Guildford, GU1 1RU
We are a family run dealership, We pride ourselves in the quality of our repairs and customer service. We repair bumper scuffs, dent removals, Alloy wheels and car accident repairs (including insurance claims) As a main dealer we offer top quality workmanship every time. Our premises are well equipped and modern. We invest in our people along with the ever changing technology.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£99
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The Astolat Business Park, Astolat, Guildford, GU3 1NE
Why book a car service with Lookers? At Lookers, we not only offer new and used cars for sale, we also provide full aftersales care, including MOT testing, servicing, accessories and car parts. Our experienced technicians use the latest technology to examine your car and carry out any necessary, authorised, maintenance work. We are committed to providing excellent customer service and can guarantee any maintenance work will be carried out by our technical experts, only with your approval.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£115
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Moorfield Road, Guildford, GU1 1TB
Group 1 Automotive UK is one of the country’s leading automotive retail groups, operating over 150 brand centres and representing 21 renowned car brands. Our mission is to deliver outstanding customer service, whether you're buying a new or used vehicle or returning for servicing. Bring your car to us and experience our state of the art facilities, and if you're waiting for your vehicle, make use of the free Wifi and complimentary refreshments. From purchase to aftercare, Group 1 makes the ownership journey seamless. Our manufacturer-approved service centres and skilled technicians ensure vehicles are maintained to the highest standards.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£130
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| Vehicle Make & Model | Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A |
|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta1.0–1.5L | £72–£130 |
| Ford Fiesta1.6–2.4L | £72–£130 |
| Ford Fiesta2.5L+ | £72–£130 |
| Renault Clio1.0–1.5L | £72–£99 |
| Renault Clio1.6–2.4L | £72–£99 |
| Renault Clio2.5L+ | £72–£99 |
| Peugeot 1081.0–1.5L | £72–£99 |
| Vauxhall Corsa1.0–1.5L | £72–£99 |
| Vauxhall Corsa1.6–2.4L | £72–£99 |
| Vauxhall Corsa2.5L+ | £72–£99 |
| Volkswagen Golf1.0–1.5L | £72–£99 |
| Volkswagen Golf1.6–2.4L | £72–£99 |
| Volkswagen Golf2.5L+ | £72–£99 |
| Nissan Qashqai1.0–1.5L | £72–£99 |
| Nissan Qashqai1.6–2.4L | £72–£99 |
| Nissan Qashqai2.5L+ | £72–£99 |
| BMW X51.0–1.5L | £72–£99 |
| BMW X51.6–2.4L | £72–£99 |
| BMW X52.5L+ | £72–£99 |
| Audi A11.0–1.5L | £72–£99 |
| Audi A11.6–2.4L | £72–£99 |
| Toyota Aygo1.0–1.5L | £72–£99 |
| Toyota Aygo1.6–2.4L | £72–£99 |
| Hyundai Tucson1.6–2.4L | £72–£99 |
| Hyundai Tucson2.5L+ | £72–£99 |
An air conditioning system controls the temperature in a car and works in a similar way to a kitchen refrigerator. When the fluid inside such appliances (also called refrigerant) changes from a liquid state to a gas, it cools down. Outside air is blown past the coils in which the gas flows, and is therefore also cooled before it is blown into the car’s cabin. The air con gas then returns to liquid form in the system's compressor, heating it up, but the resulting warm air is directed outside the car.
Air conditioning in a car serves two purposes. It cools down the interior of a car, dramatically so if needed, which improves passenger comfort and prevents the type of heat-related irritability that may lead to an accident. Also, because air conditioners generate air that is less humid than outside air, it can be used to demist a fogged-up windscreen more quickly than when air is blown out of a standard ventilation system. This might also prevent an accident from occurring.
A simple check of the temperature of the air emanating from an air conditioning vent will tell you if the refrigerant needs a recharge - some garages use the term 're-gas'. A warm air temperature would suggest that the refrigerant is low or old. Manufacturers typically recommend a recharge no matter what every couple of years to keep the system running efficiently; this involves topping up or refilling the system with fresh refrigerant. This may be all that is needed, but an efficient air conditioning system also needs to be serviced occasionally. If the refrigerant is replaced but the air conditioning system does not seem to be operating properly, either due to warm air or low system pressure, an air conditioning service will be required.
If the pressure in the air conditioning system is particularly low, there might be a leak. This can be checked during an air conditioning service that manufacturers suggest performing every 3-4 years. As well as a test for leaks and the inspection of refrigerant levels, the condenser, the compressor, the hoses and the drive belts are checked. The service also involves a cleaning to take any contaminants, bacteria or moisture out of the system before any new refrigerant is added, followed by a full recharge. It is important to note that an air conditioning service is not included in routine car services but has to be booked separately. Remember to do so because an inefficient air conditioner places greater demands on a car’s engine and requires more fuel to generate cool air, not to mention that any resident bacteria might cause illness.
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How can you save money (and the environment) while you drive?
As every garage owner will tell you, there are some tried and tested ways to cut down on your petrol costs (and consumption) while you’re out and about in Guildford or beyond. One is to shut your windows. If you can hear that wind noise in your car it’s costing you more to drive. This is because the car becomes less aerodynamic and has to work harder to motor along. Removing a roof rack will improve your fuel efficiency for the same reason. Another useful tip is to combine short trips into one; each time you drive after your car has been parked for a while the engine will be cold and need to use a lot more fuel for the first 5 miles or so. If you do one trip from school drop-off to supermarket to office you’ll use far less fuel than if you do all those trips individually.
