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DK Autos
Physical Garage
unit 11, Paddock, Barn Farm, Caterham, CR3 6SF
Vehicle servicing, repairs, MOT and recovery services in Caterham, Warlingham, Whyteleafe, Kenley, Purley, Croydon, Surrey and Sussex. DK Autos specialise in all aspects of vehicle repairs, servicing and MOT’s, with 24hour recovery breakdown service. We offer a vehicle collection and return service for all of our customers. We appreciate that you are busy and that dropping off and collecting your vehicle sometimes does not fit with your daily lifestyle, work and other activities. We are happy to take this responsibility away from you and collect and return at a time that suits you. We cover most areas, we are based in Caterham and serv
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£65
4.87 (31 reviews)
ELITE GARAGES - CATERHAM
Physical Garage
43 to 49 HIGH STREET, CATERHAM ON THE HILL, CATERHAM, CR3 5UF
Elite Garages are one of the South’s leading independent tyre, MOT and car service operators with a turnover in excess of £53 million and around 240 employees. Elite Garages is a family-run company covering the whole of the South and South East of England. The company recently celebrated 50 years in business. Elite are not owned in any way by any tyre manufacturer and therefore can offer the best unbiased, professional advice and bring value for money from top leading brands through to economy brands. We are able to meet all your tyre requirements including run flats, motor sport, track day, high performance, off road, 4×4, budget, winter a
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£72
4.84 (20 reviews)
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Reviewers praise the friendly, helpful team, quick, professional service, clear communication and sensible pricing, often emphasising honesty and long-term trust. Many say they’d happily recommend the garage, use it for MOTs, servicing and tyres, and appreciate easy online booking and prompt turnaround. A few isolated negatives mention cleanliness (greasy handprints), illegible report notes and one dispute over a high parts/labour quote versus sourcing parts independently.
CARS 4 YOU DIRECT
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1 Coulsdon Road, Caterham, CR3 5NE
Family business offering complete care for your car from Sales and MOT to Service and Repairs. A one-stop-shop for all your car needs. Friendly family run business with a strong emphasis on customer service and value for money. With many combined years mechanical knowledge we are more than willing to offer free professional advice. * Courtesy Cars Available * Free Local Collection
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£71.94
4.59 (11 reviews)
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Customers repeatedly praise the garage for friendly, approachable staff, clear communication, fast turnaround and fair, transparent pricing, with several reviewers noting no upselling and the convenience of a loan car. One reviewer complained of a dismissive phone manner and a high quote, but the prevailing verdict from long-term customers is strongly positive and trusting.
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 Caterham 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.
