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BEST SERVICE CENTRE LIMITED
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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
4.81 (1206 reviews)
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The garage is widely praised for speedy, good‑value MOTs and services, friendly and communicative staff, and straightforward booking/drop‑off flexibility — many customers say they’ve used it for years and would return. A small number of reviewers cite issues: perceived high parts/labour costs in some cases, occasional poor timekeeping, a lone rude junior member, and limited parking. On balance it’s regarded as honest, reliable and efficient, with complaints appearing to be isolated rather than typical.
DMH Mechanical
Physical Garage
Unit 2 Foundation Units, Westfield Road, Slyfield Industrial Estate, Guildford, GU1 1SF
DMH Mechanical based in Guildford offering vehicle servicing, MOT and repairs with over 10 years experience. Using the latest diagnostic equipment cover every brand of vehicle. DMH Mechanical offers: Servicing - MOT - Clutch replacement - Timing belt/chain replacement - Tyres - DIAGNOSTIC and much more get in touch today for a free quote.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£99
4.88 (65 reviews)
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Customers are overwhelmingly positive about DMH Mechanical, with most reviews giving five stars. Reviewers frequently praise the friendly, helpful and professional team (often naming David), clear communication, quick turnaround, honest advice and fair pricing — many call it their trusted, go-to garage. Criticisms are rare but include occasional delays or poor responsiveness (one strong complaint about a long wait and flat tyres), and a few customers suggested phoning as well as texting for better contact.
Shalford Autocentre
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Shalford Auto Centre, Horsham Road, Guildford, GU4 8DQ
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
4.96 (37 reviews)
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Customers are highly satisfied, repeatedly praising friendly, professional staff, clear communication and easy online booking. Reviewers often mention quick turnarounds, reliable MOTs, helpful updates and willingness to fit in urgent work, alongside fair prices and thorough explanations of required repairs. No recurring negatives emerge — only a few very brief comments and one note that the reception felt a bit spartan, or that long‑term workmanship can’t be judged from a single MOT.
MOTORMECH GUILDFORD LIMITED
Physical Garage
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£69
4.68 (30 reviews)
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Customers rave about the friendly, helpful team, clear communication and good value, often praising quick, efficient work and the garage’s ability to fit people in at short notice. Reviewers repeatedly mention honesty and trustworthiness (reception staff such as Mel and Caroline are name-checked) and many say they return or travel back because of consistent quality and fair pricing. Criticisms are uncommon but include a few reports of rude or unhelpful staff and one complaint about excessive pre-appointment calls.
Richmond Cars - Guildford
Physical Garage
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
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.
