Air Conditioning Service
That musty smell when you turn the blowers on? It's not just unpleasant to smell, but can be a risk to your health too. Bacteria and fungi build up on the evaporator fins inside your car's air conditioning system, and they get blown straight into the cabin every time you use it. That can irritate your eyes, throat and nose. Most manufacturers recommend a car air conditioning service every two years, but because it sits outside the standard service schedule, it's easy to forget about.
Every 2 years
Manufacturer-recommended AC service interval
R134a & R1234yf
Pre-2017 and 2017+ refrigerants both supported
Clean & Re-Gas
Anti-bacterial clean plus full system re-gas
Open Monday to Saturday
Mon–Fri 8:30–5:30 · Sat 8:30–12:30
What Does a Car Air Conditioning Service Include?
We offer two levels of service for your VW, Audi, SEAT or Skoda:
Re-Gas: We fully evacuate the system, remove the old oil, and refill it with clean refrigerant and fresh lubricating oil. We then test the system to make sure it's cooling properly.
Re-Gas, Clean and Pollen Filter: Everything above, plus an antibacterial clean to kill off fungi and bacteria, and a new pollen filter.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Re-Gas: pre-2017 vehicles (R134a) | £80 |
| Re-Gas: 2017 onwards (R1234yf) | £175 |
| Re-Gas, Clean & Pollen Filter: pre-2017 (R134a) | £125 |
| Re-Gas, Clean & Pollen Filter: 2017 onwards (R1234yf) | £220 |
The price difference comes down to refrigerant type. Vehicles from 2017 onwards use R1234yf gas, which costs more than the older R134a.
We're a family of enthusiasts who've been looking after VAG cars since 1989. Don't wait until your air con is a problem: get in touch to book in, or check out our blog for more maintenance tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should you service your car's air conditioning?
The recommended interval is every two years. Air conditioning refrigerant gradually depletes over time, and bacteria can build up in the system. Regular servicing keeps the system efficient and the cabin air clean.
How much does car air conditioning service cost?
Our prices are from £80 for a re-gas on pre-2017 vehicles (R134a) and from £175 for 2017 onwards (R1234yf). Clean and pollen filter packages are also available.
What is the difference between R134a and R1234yf?
R1234yf is the newer refrigerant required in vehicles manufactured from 2017 onwards under EU regulations. It is less harmful to the environment than R134a. Your vehicle's age determines which gas your system uses.
Why does my car's air conditioning smell bad?
The smell is caused by bacteria and fungi growing on the evaporator fins inside the system. These thrive in the warm, damp conditions. An antibacterial air con clean is the fix you're looking for.
Is an air conditioning repair service different from a re-gas?
A re-gas is a maintenance service that replaces lost refrigerant and oil. An air conditioning repair service is needed when there's a fault: a leak, a failed compressor or a broken component. We can diagnose and advise on both.
How it works
Enquire
Tell us your car and whether you need a clean, re-gas or both.
Quote
We'll come back with a firm price.
Book in
Drop the car off and we'll keep you informed.
Hand Over
Air-con tested cold and fresh, good to go.
Awesome LTD
Unit 1 Siemens Road,
Northbank Industrial Park,
Irlam, Manchester, M44 5AH
Phone 0161 776 0777 (option 1 for workshop)
Hours Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Sunday: closed