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Premier Car Care

UNITS 11 AND 12, WYNFORD INDUSTRIAL PARK, BELBINS, ROMSEY, SO51 0PW

172 Reviews

93.25% Completion Rate

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Family run, friendly, no nonsense garage9th year of business

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Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£54

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RAY MEADER & SONS

CRAMPMOOR GARAGE, Halterworth Lane, Romsey, SO51 9AN

80 Reviews

88.04% Completion Rate

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We are Hybrid TrainedQuality workmanship at fair pricesReliable, Friendly garage

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£55

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RJ Motors & MOT’S LTD

Unit 15, Shorts Farm, Scallows Lane, Romsey, SO51 6DX

22 Reviews

54.55% Completion Rate

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MOT only £19 when booked with a service1 Year Warranty on all PartsTrusted Local Family Run garage
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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£70

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AutoTech Motors Services

Barry Motor Trade, Stanley House, Manor House Avenue, Southampton, SO15 0LF

7 Reviews

62.22% Completion Rate

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£80 - £99

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CPG Auto Solutions

Unit 6 Border Garage, Salisbury Road, West Wellow, SO51 6BW

16 Reviews

66.67% Completion Rate

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Save £30 on your MOT with Major ServiceOver 20 years motor industry experienceFree collection and delivery!

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£79

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Belbins Garage

Unit 4 Belbins Business Park, Cupernham Lane, Romsey, Southampton, SO51 7JF

14 Reviews

90.2% Completion Rate

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£99

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Romsey Garage Services Ltd

unit 2 Romsey Car Centre, Budds Lane, Romsey, SO51 0HA

28 Reviews

74.36% Completion Rate

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Loan car availbleDiscounted MOT with any service

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£59.99

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P&B Autocentre

Unit 2, Budds Lane Trading Estate, Romsey, SO51 0HA

35 Reviews

75.81% Completion Rate

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Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A:£75

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How does car air conditioning work?

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.

Why is air conditioning important?

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.

What is an air conditioning system recharge/re-gas?

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.

What is an air conditioning system service?

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.

What causes air conditioning problems?

 

  • Insufficient or old refrigerant.
  • Low system pressure, typically caused by a leak or the failure of a component.
  • Lack of use can place unexpected stress on components when the system is eventually turned on.
  • The build-up of bacteria can make the air from your air conditioning system unhealthy.

 

What are the possible signs that a car needs an air conditioning service and recharge/re-gas?

 

  • If warm air is blowing out of the vents.
  • When the air conditioner only intermittently functions correctly.
  • Foul smells emanating from the air conditioning vents are signs that mould and bacteria have infested the air conditioning system.

 

How long does an air conditioning recharge/re-gas and service take?

 

  • A recharge takes about an hour; a service can take up to an hour.

 

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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 Romsey 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.