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Vertu Honda Durham
Physical Garage
1 Abbey Rd, Durham, DH1 5DQ
Vertu Honda service departments offer an honest and fair car service in partnership with Motor Industry Code of Practice. Our car service receptionists have expert knowledge and can offer advice on car servicing and repairs. We have heavily invested in the latest diagnostic technology to ensure we solve any problem with your vehicle correctly and in a timely manner. Combine this with the investment we have made in training to ensure we have the expertise to repair any problem and the best technicians carrying out any required work on your vehicle; we can confidently say that we can reduce your anticipated labour costs dramatically.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£125
4.78 (127 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, praising friendly, helpful and professional staff, clear communication (frequently via video inspection), quick turnaround and good value — many mention complimentary valets, convenient booking and a no‑pressure approach. A handful of reviews flag problems: cancelled appointments for parts, expensive or disputed repair quotes and occasional misdiagnoses or limited diagnostic capability.
Vertu Vauxhall Durham
Physical Garage
Abbey Road, Durham, DH1 5DQ
Please note: Collection and delivery not available on Saturdays. Looking for servicing? Vertu can reduce any anticipated labour costs on your service significantly. We have invested a lot of money into developing our team of highly trained technicians who are equipped with the latest diagnostic technology.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£89
4.73 (178 reviews)
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Customers repeatedly praise friendly, professional staff, easy online booking (often via Book My Garage), clear video health checks and good value, with many noting quick turnaround and a complimentary wash. A smaller but recurring set of complaints mentions poor communication or booking errors, long waits, occasional rude or unhelpful reception, upselling/sales pressure, pricing surprises or incomplete work and, in a few cases, damage to the vehicle.
Vertu Ford Durham
Physical Garage
High street, Durham, DH1 1AU
Please note: Collection and Delivery not available on Saturdays At your local Vertu dealership, we only use the latest technology and employ the very best highly trained technicians. This ensures we have the skills and equipment to diagnose any problem quickly, making your service or repair faster and cheaper. Our friendly service receptionists and technicians can offer advice on car servicing, MOT’s and repairs.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£89
4.47 (84 reviews)
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Customers are largely positive, frequently praising friendly, helpful staff (Sarah is mentioned by name several times), clear communication, quick turnarounds, video vehicle health checks and tidy hand-washes — many comment on good value. Recurring negatives include appointment cancellations or long waits, awkward drop-off/collection parking, occasional billing surprises or upsold work, and a few instances of incomplete or missed tasks. The mood is generally favourable with many repeat customers and recommendations, though reliability around scheduling and cost transparency are common areas for improvement.
Bennett Auto Services
Physical Garage
Unit 3a, Langley Park Industrial Estate North, LANGLEY PARK INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, Durham, DH7 6TX
Bennett Auto Services are a friendly family run business based off the A961 Lanchester Road at Langley park Industrial Estate. We are a general garage offering all aspects of Vehicle Repairs, Exhausts and clutches, DPF cleaning, replacement and repair, Advanced Diagnostics, Engines supply and fit, all carried out to a high standard. We have Loan cars available which must be pre booked.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£60
5 (26 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise David, Sarah and the team for friendly, honest and reliable service. Common highlights are quick, professional MOTs and repairs, good value for money, and a readiness to go the extra mile (fitting in urgent jobs, collecting vehicles, tidying minor paintwork), with several reviewers also noting improved facilities and handy parking. No recurring negatives emerge — a couple of people mention the garage can be busy, but staff are described as accommodating throughout.
MK AutoFix
Physical Garage
27 Dragonville Industrial Park,, Dragon Lane,, Durham, DH1 2XJ
Welcome to MK Auto Fix ! We are a well-established, family-run business located at Dragonville Industrial Park, Dragon Lane, Durham near Screwfix. At our fully equipped service centre, we offer a wide range of services, including vehicle diagnostics, repairs, servicing. With our experienced team with over 30years in industry and vast knowledge of all makes and models of cars and light commercial vehicles, we provide dealership-level expertise at a fraction of the cost. Your vehicle is in safe hands with MK Auto Fix – where customer care and quality come first. Free 1 Year Part & Labour Guarantee We provide a free 1 year or 12,000 miles
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£80
4.93 (36 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage for friendly, honest and professional service, clear communication and quick turnarounds, often citing good value for money, convenient online booking and helpful extras like collection/drop‑off. Many reviewers highlight competent, reliable repairs (including same‑day fixes) and say they would return or recommend the team. A small number mention occasional poor time management or supplier delays, so expect excellent workmanship but the odd longer wait.
L&J Autos Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 6 esh Winning Industrial Est, Esh Winning, DH7 9PT
Based in Durham, L&J Autos are an established garage workshop providing a wide range of services. With 20 years of experience, we provide professional services that you can trust. We pride ourselves on customer satisfaction and aim to provide the best automotive solutions catered to your needs. If you'd like to reach out about any of our services please don't hesitate to get in touch - we're always happy to help!
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£96
4.89 (35 reviews)
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Customers overwhelmingly praise the garage for friendly, professional staff, high-quality workmanship and excellent value, often highlighting quick turnaround, clear communication and a willingness to go the extra mile (tow/recovery and helpful advice). A few reviewers reported booking hiccups or being asked to rebook after waiting, so scheduling/customer flow is the main recurring weakness, though most say the team quickly accommodates problems and keeps them informed.
Evans Halshaw Renault/Dacia Durham
Physical Garage
Alma Place, Gilesgate Moor, Durham, DH1 2HN
"Servicing and regular maintenance is a key aspect of vehicle ownership. Regardless of the service you choose, they will always be completed by a fully qualified technician using either genuine or approved parts. With state-of-the-art workshops and skilled technicians accommodating all of your vehicle's servicing needs, there's no better place to book a service than through your nearest Evans Halshaw dealership."
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£149
4.52 (43 reviews)
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Most customers praise the garage for friendly, helpful staff, clear communication and fast, professional MOTs and services — many value the underside health‑check videos, timely updates and competitive pricing. Recurring negatives include unclear or high repair costs, confusing bills and occasional pressure to approve extra work, with a few serious complaints about damage, refusals to release keys and booking issues via third‑party sites. The balance of reviews is positive, but the handful of significant adverse experiences suggests getting quotes in writing and a second opinion before agreeing to extra repairs.
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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