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At Local Garage, our business is solely about keeping you on the road quickly, efficiently and safely. We take the time to ensure our approach is realistic, friendly, best value, and honest. If you don’t need it, we will not recommend it.
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Welcome to ProMech. Your car is our speciality. Everything your vehicle requires, we can cater for. Situated in the middle of Elmswell, with the convince of the railway station just a 1 minute walk, you are never stuck waiting for you vehicle. We have a CCTV MOT lane to enable you to be able to watc...
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Holden Service Centre can look after any make or any model of car. (Please note the Service centre is now part of the SEAT dealership in Mildenhall Road) Our expert technicians have a wealth of knowledge and experience across the manufacturers, and have the latest tools and software allowing them ...
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We are closed until the end of May, then will review again covid-19 situation.
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A&S Coachworks Ltd and A&S Fleetcare perform nationwide fleet and private car and light commercial vehicle maintenance. We can come to a location to suit you, home or work, at your convenience. We offer a range of services from our Suffolk office, including private car and light commercial vehicle M...
Your alternator keeps your car’s battery charged, allowing you to start your vehicle and power your electronics. It uses your car’s drive belt to convert the mechanical energy from the crankshaft into electricity. If your alternator fails and stops charging the battery, you can struggle to keep your car moving. That’s why you should always book an alternator repair as soon as you notice a problem.
You should book an alternator repair near you if you notice any of the following warning signs:
Alternator Repairs cost between £100 and £700 in the UK. The average is between £150 to £300 and, while refurbished car alternators ar available, they don't offer that much of a saving.
Your alternator is a very durable component, but you can end up needing a replacement if either of the following happens:
Yes, you can fit a new alternator yourself. However, you should not attempt the process unless you are experienced and know what you are doing. Not only can you cause extra damage to your vehicle, but a live battery can also give you a nasty shock if you don’t disconnect it properly.
To fit a new alternator yourself, you must follow this process:
If an alternator replacement sounds like too much hard work, enter your reg and postcode to find a garage near you to complete the work instead. You can filter by reviews, labour rate, distance or availability - whatever matters to you the most. Once you’ve compared deals and picked the most suitable garage, you can select your preferred date and time to complete the booking.
You never pay a penny until after your chosen garage has completed your alternator repairs and there are no hidden extras either. When you compare garages near you through BookMyGarage, you can save up to 70% vs booking an alternator replacement direct.
On average, an alternator replacement takes between 1-2 hours. However, this can vary depending on what make and model of vehicle you drive.
If you look after your alternator by driving sensibly, it can last 8-12 years without needing any repairs. Book a car service regularly to keep your car in good condition and avoid putting unnecessary stress on your alternator.
What do you need from your garage?
You may live within walking distance of a garage which offers most of the services you need. However, by sticking with the nearest garage in Bury Saint Edmunds you could be missing out on a better deal. What if a garage with a collection / drop off service or courtesy car could do the same job at a good price, without the inconvenience of losing your car for the duration of the repair? BookMyGarage allows you to search for local garages which offer this facility, and compare their prices, all in one session.