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HiQ Tyres & Autocare Whiteley
Physical Garage
Unit 4, Fulcrum 1,, Solent way, Whiteley, Fareham, PO15 7FE
HiQ Tyres & Autocare Whiteley is a local tyre supply and fitting centre for cars, vans, minibuses and light commercial vehicles. We also offer MOT's by appointment as well as Servicing and General repairs including Brakes, Suspension, Clutches and Timing belts (cambelts) for cars and small vans. As well as MOT's & Tyres we offer Wheel Balancing, Wheel Alignment (tracking), Puncture Repairs and Replacement Exhausts.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£59.99
4.8 (281 reviews)
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Customers repeatedly praise friendly, helpful staff, clear communication, quick MOTs/repairs and good value, with many reviewers saying they trust the team and will return. A minority note problems such as booking mix‑ups or cancellations, unexpected or non‑itemised extra charges, and rare quality or hygiene oversights (one reviewer reported a missed reservoir cap that caused an overheat). These criticisms are infrequent compared with the large number of five‑star, repeat‑customer endorsements.
All Cars 1 Portchester Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit 2 Castle Trading Estate, Portchester, Portsmouth, PO16 9SF
Whether you need tyres exhausts servicing or an MOT we at AllCars garage can deliver a friendly efficient and professional service for you. We have one focus- 100% customer retention and its 100% customer retention we will deliver to you. Based in Portchester our prices are extremely competitive and our honesty is valued.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£84
4.75 (187 reviews)
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Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with most customers praising friendly, professional staff, speedy and reliable MOTs/services, good value and many long‑term repeat clients. Common strengths noted are clear communication, helpful reception team (named staff are mentioned), convenient extras like collection/delivery and same‑day turnarounds. A minority raise concerns about poor organisation around online bookings/timings, occasional communication lapses and a few instances of suspected overcharging or workmanship mistakes.
SJS Vehicle Repairs
Physical Garage
Unit A, Alcotts Yard, Castle Street, Porchester, PO16 9PY
SJS Vehicle Repairs is a small independent vehicle repair garage, able to carry out servicing, MOT’s, diagnostics & repairs on all makes and models of cars & vans. We pride ourselves on customer satisfaction & retention, All aspects of repairs explained before being carried out. No job too big or too small.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£54
4.98 (70 reviews)
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Customers repeatedly praise the family-run garage for friendly, honest service, clear communication and competitive pricing, often noting high-quality workmanship and fast turnarounds for MOTs and services. Many reviewers also highlight easy online booking, convenient collection/delivery and helpful, professional advice about repairs. Criticism is rare — a few mentioned minor admin omissions such as missing safety-check paperwork — but the vast majority would happily recommend the garage.
Elite Garages Fareham
Physical Garage
282 West Street, Fareham, Portsmouth, PO16 0HT
Elite Garages Fareham! Elite Garages has been a family-run business for over 60 years and Fareham is their 18th branch! We offer MOTs, servicing, tyres and vehicle repairs!
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£50
4.8 (65 reviews)
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Most reviewers praise the garage for friendly, helpful staff, quick turnaround, clear communication and good value. Common positives are easy online booking, rapid MOTs and a convenient, family-run local service that encourages repeat custom. A few customers reported booking/availability hiccups, occasional unanswered calls and one serious misdiagnosis of an emissions/MOT issue, though these complaints are rare among the largely five-star feedback.
Circular Autos - Car services & Repairs Fareham
Physical Garage
Unit 2, Barratt Industrial Estate,, Whittle Avenue, Fareham,, PO15 5SL
About US We’ve built our reputation on honest advice, expert workmanship, and a commitment to getting you back on the road safely. Located in the heart of Fareham, we’re proud to serve our local community with reliable MOT testing, car servicing, diagnostics, tyre fitting, and repairs all under one roof. With years of experience and fully qualified mechanics, you can count on us for straightforward service and exceptional care for your vehicle. We’re not a faceless chain. We’re your local garage and proud of it. Circular Autos is run by a team of mechanics who care about cars and even more about the people who drive them. We explain things
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£89
5 (6 reviews)
Evolution Autocentre Ltd
Physical Garage
Evolution Autocentre Ltd, Broadcut, Fareham, PO16 8ST
We are your local, family run repair centre, specializing in providing top-quality service to your vehicle. Our services include everything from regular maintenance, car service and repairs, bumper scuffs, dent removal and car accident repair (including insurance claims) to painting and detailing. We promise top quality workmanship every time. We work out of well equipped premises, upgrading our tools continuously and making sure that everything works as it should. We invest in new equipment to meet modern vehicle requirements. Body repair works range from panel beating, pulling, shrinking and stretching to chassis pulling on our bench. We ar
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£90
5 (2 reviews)
STC Automotives Ltd
Physical Garage
Unit C1, Cranleigh Rd, Porchester, PO16 9DR
We are a small family owed business in Porchester, offering first class friendly customer service, please come to us for all your vehicle and repair needs. - Diagnostics - All Makes & Models - Main Dealer Warranty Servicing - All Repairs Guaranteed - All servicing & repair work undertaken
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£80
5 (16 reviews)
The Car Cabin
Physical Garage
33 West Street, Porchester, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 9XB
If you are looking for a first class car servicing in Portchester you are in the right place! Car Cabin has a team of fully qualified and highly skilled vehicle technicians that take great pride in delivering a quality service as standard to our clients. From our premises in the precinct in West Street, Portchester we have been trading for over 30 years during which time we have developed our expertise in the motor trade supplying our customers with a wide variety of products and services for any make or model of car.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£120
5 (1 reviews)
Hendy Ford Fareham
Physical Garage
Newgate Lane, Fareham, PO14 1TU
At Hendy dealership across the South of England, we offer everything aftersales. We want you to enjoy many years of happy motoring. We understand the importance of keeping your vehicle on the road and how much you rely on your chosen means of transportation, which is why our comprehensive aftersales offering ensures that we treat your vehicle as if it's our own.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£89
4.92 (16 reviews)
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Customers consistently praise the garage's professional approach, clear communication, and helpful staff, with several highlighting the detailed video health checks that explain work carried out. The service is reliably completed on time and to a high standard, earning strong recommendations. One reviewer mentioned that urgent repair costs were higher than expected, prompting them to explore alternative options for future work.
Fastway Autocentre
Physical Garage
196-198, West Street, Fareham, PO16 0HF
Fastway Autocentre is extremely handy if you live or work in Fareham or even if you need to catch the train or bus. A short walk from Fareham's train and bus stations. Easy to drop off and collect your car if you are working or shopping in Fareham Town Centre. You can leave your vehicle in the capable hands of Manager Steve Richards on your way to work and pick it up on your way home - what could be simpler? Located in West Street, Fareham. Family owned business. Town Centre Location. Easy Access and Parking. All work is carried out to the highest standards and is competitively priced. Established for over 30 years Class 1V Mot Testing. Exper
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£75
4.79 (27 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive, consistently praising polite, friendly and knowledgeable staff, quick turnaround and good value for money. Reviewers frequently highlight honest advice (for example pointing out worn tyres), clear communication, efficient repairs/MOTs and service resets that save time and effort. The main blot is a single reported appointment diary mix‑up that led to a customer being turned away, but complaints are otherwise rare.
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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