At Tyreshack, we are happy to provide an air conditioning service from just £59.50! We can work on all varieties of air conditioning systems and provide an air conditioning repair service, in addition to an air con re-gas service. A pre-arranged appointment is necessary, so please call to book a slot. You can give us a call on 02380 529 529 for more information or to check that we’re free.
How does Car Air Conditioning Work?
Car air conditioning is the system that is responsible for regulating the temperature in your car. Inside the system is a fluid called a refrigerant, which changes from a liquid state to a gas when it cools down. Outside air flows into the coils where the cold gas flows and the outside air is cooled as a result before being blown into the car. The air con gas then warms up as a result of reacting with the warm air and is directed outside of the car.
The Importance of Air Conditioning Checks in Southampton
Air Conditioning is not just useful for regulating the temperature, it also plays an important role in dehumidifying your car and improving the air quality inside your car. Over time, your air conditioning system will lose its refrigerant which will make it less effective. This can result in accidents occurring from fogged up windows, in addition to heat and air pollution related illnesses. Southampton is a large, industrialised and humid city; therefore, you should ideally have your air conditioning system checked around every 2-3 years to prevent any potential failures or issues.
What are the Signs for Needing a Air Conditioning Service?
A car loses on average 10% of its refrigerant every year, therefore, we recommend that you have an air con re-gas and service every 2-3 years to check for any damage that may be present. However, you may need our air conditioning service sooner if:
- Warm air is being blown out of the vents – likely that you have run out of gas or have a leak.
- There is a foul or unpleasant smell being produced – likely that there is a build-up of bacteria and mould in the system.
- Your air con system works intermittently – likely that there is a fault in your system that needs to be fixed.
What Causes Problems with an Air Con System?
Sometimes, the cause for problems with your car air conditioning system can be due to deterioration or an old system, however, these can commonly cause problems, such as:
- Having a lack of or old gas
- A gas leak
- Low system failure which is the result of a leak or a component failure
- Lack of use of the system can cause stress on the components when it’s next turned on
- Lack of cleaning can cause a build-up of bacteria making the air con system unhealthy
Air Con Service at Tyreshack
Here at Tyreshack, we offer a complete air conditioning service in Southampton for all cars and vans. During your air con service, we can also carry out a thorough clean to remove any contaminants, bacteria or moisture that may be present in the system. We re-gas your air con with fresh gas, new oil and Uv Dye. Our air conditioning service is offered from £59.50, depending on what type of gas your car takes.
Getting Air Conditioning Repair and Re-Gas in Southampton
Tyreshack offers a complete air conditioning service to Southampton and surrounding areas. Our Air- con service includes a complete re-gas of your air con system. If you would like to book an appointment or require further information, please do not hesitate to call Autoshack on 02380 529 529.