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CARRERA WORX
Physical Garage
UNIT 2B LONDON ROAD, BRENTFORD, TW8 8JW
Carrera Worx is a friendly garage in Brentford London, our garage offers all types of services including MOT's. You can book any of our garage services online.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£99
4.89 (163 reviews)
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Praise centres on Tony and his team’s friendliness, honesty and speedy MOTs, with many customers highlighting clear communication, quick turnaround (often under an hour), reasonable prices and good value. A minority raised issues: unexpected extra charges or disagreements over quotes, occasional waits when busy, limited parking and cramped/untidy surroundings, and a few wanted more detailed service reports. Most reviewers, however, call the garage reliable and trustworthy and say they would happily return or recommend it.
Renault Staples Corner
Physical Garage
Unit 1, West Cross Industrial Park, Brentford, TW8 9DE
The service department at RRG Staples Corner is dedicated to providing high-quality maintenance, repairs and MOT's for vehicles. With a team of highly skilled and certified technicians, they ensure that every vehicle receives the utmost care and attention. From routine inspections and oil changes to complex engine repairs and diagnostics, they handle it all. Their commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in their efficient service and transparent communication. RRG Staples Corner's service department is a trusted destination for maintaining the optimal performance and longevity of your vehicle.
Air Conditioning Re-gas R134A£125 - £220
3.65 (18 reviews)
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Customers are split: many rave about individual staff (Aqeel, Moustaf, Charlotte, Simon, Omar) and praise friendly, knowledgeable service, quick fixes, same‑day collection/delivery and thorough repairs. However, a notable portion report poor communication, cancelled or mishandled bookings, long waits, limited diagnostics for non‑Renault models, and occasional unfinished or incorrect work (eg wrong tyre fitted), which has left some feeling frustrated and seeking refunds or further action.
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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