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RAD Auto Services
Physical Garage
Unit 3. 23 Arnside Rd, Waterlooville, Portsmouth, PO7 7UP
Here at RAD Services, we treat your car like it’s our very own. We only fix what needs to be fixed and will consult with you prior to completing any necessary work to your car. If you have any questions - go ahead and ask. We’re here to listen.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£89.98
4.92 (569 reviews)
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Customers overwhelmingly praise RAD Auto, with consistently high scores and frequent compliments about friendly, trustworthy staff, clear communication and good value. Reviewers repeatedly note quick turnarounds, quality workmanship and the convenient collection/drop‑off service, and many say they’ll happily recommend or return. A lone 1‑star booking cancellation and a few comments about poor parking or a missed morning call suggest occasional capacity or minor communication hiccups, but these are rare.
Clarks Auto Service Ltd
Physical Garage
17a Arnside Rd, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 7UP
Clarks Auto Service Ltd are a family run car repairs business based in Waterlooville. We have a modern garage right at the heart of the town and our customers visit from Purbrook, Denmead, Cowplain, Horndean and Hambledon as well as Waterlooville. We have over 45 years’ experience among our team of professionals, so you can count on us to have the knowledge and skills to fix any problems you have with your vehicle. Our team are all experts in the motoring industry and are highly trained. We also support them to keep up to date with the latest developments in vehicle servicing and repair, so our mechanics are well aware of common issues and
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£66
4.97 (371 reviews)
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Customers rave about Clarks Auto Service, with many long-term clients praising the team's friendliness, honesty and consistently high standard of workmanship. Reviewers frequently highlight clear communication (easy online booking and reminder texts), good value for money, efficient while‑you‑wait MOTs and a personable, trustworthy staff who explain work and costs. The few negatives noted are that the garage is often very busy—so you may need to book well in advance—and there are occasional short‑staffing issues, though these rarely seem to affect service quality.
Speedy Spanners
Physical Garage
25-27 London Road, Horndean, Portsmouth, PO8 0BN
Speedy Spanners is a family-run garage which was established in 2013. With a well-equipped workshop, all of the team here are fully qualified and have spent years working with main dealers. We understand how to repair and maintain all makes and models of vehicle. We’re based right in the heart of Horndean and are just minutes from the busy A3. This makes us really accessible to those who need to nip in for a quick tyre repair, or for customers who are dropping their car off for a service and MOT test.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£75
4.9 (386 reviews)
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Customers rave about Speedy Spanners, repeatedly commending friendly, knowledgeable staff, fast turnarounds for MOTs and services, clear communication, easy online booking and useful collection/delivery options. Reviewers emphasise honesty, reliability and good value—many are long‑term customers who trust the garage’s advice and pricing. A few isolated issues crop up (tight parking, occasional supplier delays, limited diagnostics for some models and rare mistakes/poor follow‑up), but these are uncommon compared with the overwhelmingly positive feedback.
Collison Motoring Services Limited
Physical Garage
127-9 London Road, Cowplain, Waterlooville, PO8 8XJ
Collison Motoring Services in Waterlooville As your own vehicle maintenance team based in Waterlooville, we are committed to providing you with the very best service that the motor industry can offer, working to keep both you and your vehicle happy. Look through our site to see the ways in which we can keep your car, van, trike, motorhome or whole fleet on track, whilst we continue to set the standard for customer care and technical expertise. As a Bosch Car service member we can offer you the complete range of vehicle maintenance including car servicing, MOT tests and vehicle repairs. With our heavy investment in equipment and training, mo
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£99
4.93 (21 reviews)
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 to be a better driver
Whether you’re driving in Waterlooville or further afield, think about road user etiquette. Showing respect for other road users makes driving more pleasant for you and safer for everyone. For example, if you have to make a last minute change of lane, make your request to change clear to the driver who will need to let you in - and signal your thanks if they do. Be ready to abandon the change of lane if they won’t play ball - your safety (and that of other drivers and pedestrians) is more important than getting to your destination in the shortest time possible. When the position is reversed and a driver asks your permission to change lanes, allow them to as long as it is safe. If you get frustrated, avoid using your horn - it won’t improve matters and might make them considerably worse.
