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A.M. Engineering provides top-notch car air con services across Hanbury. We can fix any make or model of vehicle. Our team brings over 35 years of experience to every job. Everyone on our staff is IMI-certified. We’re skilled with both R134a and the newer R1234yf air conditioning systems. The new 1234YF gas is much better for the planet, with a lower warming effect than older gases.
We have F-Gas certification, meaning we meet all legal standards for handling cooling gases. Your car receives eco-friendly service that follows current laws. Our friendly team is always ready to help with your air con and vehicle maintenance questions.
All our technicians hold IMI certificates and are experts in climate control. They work on everything from family cars to business vans and big trucks. Each year, they update their skills and have training for all major vehicle types from Europe, Asia, and America. This lets us service your exact make and model, giving you the finest air con regas in Hanbury.
Refilling Air-Con Refrigerant
Want your car’s air con to work when you need it? Keep it serviced regularly. It can lose its cooling power over time from leaks, dirty filters, and normal wear. We suggest getting the air-con gas topped up yearly. When the refrigerant escapes or gets low, it needs replacing to keep everything working properly.
They can also lead to a loss of efficiency and should be addressed promptly to prevent further damage.
Is Your Car Air Con Failing? 5 Warning Signs to Watch For
Insufficient Cooling. When your vents aren’t blowing properly cold air, your air con probably needs more refrigerant—either from a gradual leak or natural yearly loss. This means it’s time for a full air conditioning service. Most vehicles lose around 10% of their refrigerant each year, even with no leaks.
Unpleasant Odors. If you can smell musty or mouldy odours, bacteria are growing where moisture has built up on your evaporator. You need an anti-bacterial clean to remove these harmful microbes and eliminate bad smells. This protects your lungs—particularly vital for people with allergies or asthma.
Unusual Noises Caused by AC System. Grinding, squealing, or rattling when your air con system is running often indicates mechanical problems with the compressor or blower motor that should be addressed immediately to prevent complete failure.
Longer Cooling Times. If your vehicle takes significantly longer to cool than previously, this indicates your ac system isn’t working efficiently, typically caused by low refrigerant levels or component wear.
Visible Leaks. If you find oily residue around your air con parts or fittings in Hanbury, you’re dealing with refrigerant leaks. Fix these before any regassing to prevent wasting refrigerant and harming our environment.
Professional Diagnosis Is Essential: Today’s car climate controls aren’t simple anymore. Our diagnostic gear finds the exact problems, saving you from unneeded repairs and fixing what’s truly wrong.
Air Conditioning Maintenance
Maintaining your car’s air-con is as straightforward as other car care. Recharging is simple and affordable, and early attention stops bigger, pricier problems later.
Regular maintenance keeps your air conditioning working well and reliably. Taking care of it year-round means:
In Hanbury, we offer thorough air con servicing that meets the highest standards. Our trained team will ensure your unit runs perfectly by taking these steps:
Our 8-Step Air Con Service
Performance Check: We assess your car’s cooling performance and measure pressures to identify any issues.
Visual Inspection: We check every belt, pulley, valve, thermostat and hose for signs of wear or damage that might lead to problems down the road.
Electronic Leak Detection: Our special tools can find even the smallest refrigerant leaks.
Complete System Emptying: Our team safely clears all old refrigerant, following proper environmental rules.
System Vacuum Process: We use a vacuum to draw out moisture and test system tightness.
Compressor Oil Service: We top up or replace the special oil that keeps your compressor working properly.
Precise Refrigerant Refill: Using calibrated equipment, we add exactly the right amount of refrigerant for your vehicle.
Performance Check: Measuring temperatures at every vent helps us confirm the system works properly.
We treat your ventilation to kill bacteria and remove odours, improving air quality and your health.
Our services always meet or exceed manufacturer specs, using the best equipment for precise refrigerant handling.
How Your Car's Air Conditioning Works
Your car’s air conditioning doesn’t just cool—it carefully controls temperature and humidity for comfort while filtering air nasties. It works through a continuous cycle using these key parts:
The Three Main Components
1. Compressor — The heart of your AC
- Pumps refrigerant throughout
- Usually driven by your engine’s belt
- It contains a special oil that needs maintenance
- The most expensive part to replace if it breaks (£800-1,500)
2. Condenser — Located at the front of your car
- Releases heat from the refrigerant to the outside air
- Looks a bit like a radiator
- Can get damaged by road debris
- It needs good airflow to work properly
3. Evaporator — Located inside your dashboard
- Absorbs heat from inside your car
- Creates the cooling effect you feel
- Can grow mould and bacteria if not maintained
- Causes most bad air conditioning smells
The Refrigerant Cycle Explained
- Low-pressure refrigerant gas enters the compressor
- The compressor squeezes the gas, heating it up
- Hot, high-pressure gas flows to the condenser, where it cools and becomes liquid
- This high-pressure liquid passes through an expansion valve, which reduces its pressure
- The now cold, low-pressure liquid enters the evaporator, where it absorbs heat from inside your car
- As it absorbs heat, it turns back into a gas
- A fan blows air across the cold evaporator and into your vehicle
- The refrigerant returns to the compressor to start again
Regular maintenance, including oil and gas top-ups every two years, is essential to keep the AC working well, get rid of bad smells, and remove harmful bacteria.
Modern vehicles use one of two refrigerant types:
- R134a (used in most vehicles manufactured 1995-2017)
- R1234yf (used in most vehicles manufactured after 2017)
These refrigerants cannot be mixed and require different handling equipment—we’re certified and equipped for both types.
We are Here
Ideally Situated for These Areas:
- Broad Heath: WR9 7ED, WR9 7EE
- Church End: B60 4BS, B60 4BU
- Hanbury village: B60 4BS, B60 4BY
- Hanbury Wharf: WR9 7DZ, WR9 7EA
- Hanbury Wood: B60 4DD, B60 4DE
- Mere Green: B60 4DB, B60 4DD
- Park Farm: B60 4EA, B60 4EB
- Woodfield: WR9 7EB, WR9 7ED
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Con Regassing
Watch for these telltale signs that your cars air con needs attention:
- Air isn’t as cold as it used to be (it should be 4-8°C at the vents when fully cold)
- The System takes longer than normal to cool your vehicle
- Unusual noises when the air conditioning is running
- Unpleasant odors from the vents
Our standard regas service takes approximately 45 minutes to complete if no repairs are needed. Typically, this service should not take longer than an hour. This includes:
- Initial system assessment (5 minutes)
- Refrigerant recovery and system evacuation (20 minutes)
- Recharging with new refrigerant and oil (15 minutes)
- Final testing and performance verification (5 minutes)
While it might seem like a luxury you can forgo, your vehicle’s air conditioning system serves several critical functions:
Prevents expensive repairs: Running a system low on refrigerant can damage the compressor, resulting in repairs costing £500-1,000
Improves safety: The air conditioning system dehumidifies air to defog windows in wet weather conditions quickly.
Filters air pollutants: The System removes pollen, dust and other allergens from incoming air
Maintains vehicle value: Non-functioning air conditioning can reduce your vehicle’s resale value by £300-500
Maintaining your air conditioning system typically costs £50-100 annually, making it significantly more economical than replacing damaged parts or accepting a lower resale value. Regular maintenance means ensuring the longevity and efficiency of your air conditioning system, preventing costly repairs and maintaining optimal performance.
We’re equipped to handle and service air conditioning systems in all vehicle types, including:
- Passenger cars of all makes and models
- Light commercial vans and trucks
- Heavy goods vehicles (HGVs)
- Agricultural vehicles
- Hybrid and electric vehicles (which use air conditioning for battery temperature management)
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