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Make your car’s poor performance a thing of the past by booking the best repair deal near you

Get Your Car Moving Smoothly Again

When your car’s struggling to accelerate or has an excessively smoking exhaust, the last thing you want to do is phone up every local garage to get the best price and make a booking.

You’re already suffering with a stressful problem, why would you want to make your life harder?

We’re here to help you find the best local garage to fix your car, whatever your issue, whenever it crops up. And by comparing all your options in one place, you’ll also make sure you get the best deal on your repair.

But how do you know if your exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve is to blame?

 

What are the Symptoms of EGR Valve Failure?

Common symptoms of a failing EGR valve include:

  • Check engine light on the dashboard
  • Your car will struggle to accelerate
  • Increased fuel consumption, resulting in more frequent trips to the pump
  • Excessive or black exhaust smoke
  • Reduced engine power or hesitation when you push the accelerator
  • Unexplained stalling
  • Your engine won’t sound right when idling, known as ‘rough idling’

 

Your car may also enter ‘limp home mode’. This is a self-preservation method designed to get you home without causing further damage to the engine, limiting your top speed to 40mph and reducing acceleration and general performance.

 

Will an EGR Valve Replacement Solve My Problem?

If your exhaust is heavily smoking or you’re noticing increased exhaust emissions, it’s likely that you need some form of exhaust repair, and your EGR valve may be to blame.

Under inspection, your car will be suffering with one or more of the following issues:

  • Carbon buildup in the exhaust system that blocks the valve or passages
  • The valve itself is faulty, either sticking during normal use or being stuck fully open or closed
  • An electrical fault within the EGR system

If you notice some of the symptoms above, use low-quality fuel or frequently use your car for short trips without ever letting it fully warm up, an EGR replacement may be the best course of action.

If you’re still unsure, or are suffering from different symptoms, it may be better to book either a diagnostic check or general repair at a local garage. They have access to specialist equipment to properly diagnose the issue, using the detailed description you provide as a starting point.

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We Keep You in Control of Booking Your EGR Valve Replacement

Our mission is to connect every UK driver with their perfect garage to ensure everyone gets the best car maintenance experience and saves you money in the process.

Here are just some of the ways we keep you in control of booking your EGR valve replacement at a local garage.

 

Take Some of the Stress Out of Your Situation With 24/7 Booking

Whatever you need, whenever you notice the problem, you can book an appointment around the clock through our online booking tool. No need to wait to phone up a local garage if they’re shut – just a simple 3 step process to get the peace of mind you deserve.

 

Transparent Comparison to Help You Find Your Perfect Garage

If you need a garage but don’t know where to turn, we’re on your side. You can see all your options in one place, giving you the ability to compare dozens of local garages without getting overwhelmed.

They all set their own prices – so what you see is what you’ll pay, unless you agree to additional repairs with them directly – and there are no booking fees or upfront payments* required.

And you can effortlessly find the right garage for you with our easy-to-use sort and filter options, no matter how much you know about car maintenance. Perfect for solving your exhaust issue as quickly and simply as possible.

 

Same- or Next Day Appointments Available to Get the Problem Solved Quickly

If you’re struggling to drive your car, you need the problem fixed as quickly as possible to avoid your life grinding to a halt while you wait around for a slot at a local garage.

When you need a garage now, use the Sort By box in the top right-hand corner and click Availability to instantly see local options that provide same- or next-day appointments.

And if there are multiple options, you can compare their reviews, price and distance to get the best value for money and a speedy repair.

Once you’ve booked an emergency appointment, we would strongly recommend contacting your chosen garage to ensure they have the space to fit you in to avoid the additional stress of a wasted journey.

 

Verified Trust Signals to Give You Confidence in Your Choice

Most importantly, you always want to know that you can trust the garage you’ve chosen right? The last thing you want is a sub-standard repair that causes more problems than it solves.

That’s why we always show verified, unfiltered reviews from genuine customers and highlight those garages who go above and beyond to give you the very best experience, either through our BMG Checked buttons or a Silver, Gold or Top Tier badge.

This gives you the confidence you need in your chosen garage so you can relax, safe in the knowledge that your car’s repair is in the most capable hands.

 

If your car’s not performing at its best, enter your reg and postcode to compare labour rates from local garages for your EGR valve replacement or other repair to quickly fix the problem and get the best deal in the process.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Why can I not compare instant prices?

We’re working hard to add EGR valve replacement as an instant price product on our comparison site. For now, you can compare labour rates from local garages and book a general repair to get the problem sorted.

We provide labour rates to help you get the best deal on your car repairs as these costs often make up the majority of the final bill.

What are labour rates?

Essentially, a garage’s labour rate is how much they charge you for an hour of their time. It’s usually competitively priced against the local market rate, taking into account their level of experience and expertise, any specialist equipment or facilities they use and their staffing and overhead costs to ensure they receive fair compensation for their time.

This means you may be able to get greater value for money by choosing a garage that charges a slightly higher labour rate, as they may offer a higher-quality repair experience.

How long does changing an EGR valve take?

An EGR valve replacement takes between 1 and 3 hours for most vehicles.

However, this often varies depending on your vehicle, whether your chosen garage has the right part in stock and if there are any unforeseen complications. You’ll be able to get a more accurate estimate from the technician once you drop your car off so you can better plan your day.

Can I trust the garage I’ve chosen?

We’re committed to only working with trustworthy garages that put drivers first as much as we do. We’ll remove any garages from our platform that continually provide sub-standard service and offer as transparent a comparison process as possible to give you confidence in your decision.

As well as only showing verified, unfiltered reviews from genuine customers, we reward the best garages in your area with a Silver, Gold or Top Tier badge. This highlights their commitment to exceptional standards of quality and customer service and there are strict criteria they must continually meet to retain their status.

All this means that when you book an EGR valve replacement at a garage you found on our comparison site, you’ll drive away satisfied and entrust them with your car year after year.

Will the price of my appointment change?

Every garage sets their own prices, so the price of your appointment won’t change unless you agree to additional repairs directly with them.

Do I have to fix my EGR valve problem now?

Yes, eventually your car will struggle to start, and you may cause additional damage by driving with a faulty EGR valve.

We strongly recommend booking an appointment with a local garage as soon as possible if your exhaust has started heavily smoking, your check engine light is on or your car is struggling to accelerate or losing power, even if you’re not entirely sure what’s to blame.

I’m worried about driving my car to a local garage, can I get the problem fixed at home instead?

Yes, we have a growing number of mobile mechanics listed on our comparison site who offer more flexible repairs if you’re struggling to drive your car. They’ll come and fix your car at a time and place that works best for you, providing a high standard of service that revolves around you.

If you’d like to book a mobile repair, you can filter search results using the left-hand sidebar to only show available mobile mechanics in your area. You can then compare your options to book the best deal.