Aircon Re-Gas & Repairs
Restoring ice-cold air, properly diagnosed rather than just topped up.
Recommended interval
As needed — a properly sealed system shouldn't need regular re-gassing
Typical turnaround
Typically 1–2 hours, longer if a leak repair is needed
Warranty
6 months / 6,000km on all work
What is Aircon Re-Gas & Repairs?
Aircon re-gas and repairs address a system that's lost cooling performance — typically due to a refrigerant leak, though compressor, condenser, and electrical faults can cause similar symptoms. We start with a proper leak test rather than simply topping up refrigerant, since a system that's low on gas is low because it's leaking somewhere.
If a leak is found, we repair it before re-gassing, since topping up a leaking system only offers temporary relief and wastes refrigerant.
Why this matters for your car
Air conditioning refrigerant doesn't get 'used up' in normal operation — a system that's lost its charge has a leak, full stop. Re-gassing without fixing the underlying leak is a short-term fix that will have you paying for another re-gas within months, having spent money without solving the actual problem.
A properly functioning aircon system also protects your engine's cooling system, since many vehicles share components, like the condenser, between the aircon and radiator cooling circuits.
What happens if you ignore this?
This isn't scare-mongering — it's what we see time and again when this exact issue is left unaddressed.
Recurring loss of cooling
Re-gassing without repairing a leak means the system will lose its charge again within a matter of months.
Compressor damage
Running a low-refrigerant system for extended periods can starve the compressor of lubrication, causing it to fail.
Refrigerant waste and cost
Repeated top-ups without a leak repair cost more over time than fixing the actual fault once.
Signs you need this now
If any of these sound familiar, it's worth booking an inspection before the issue progresses.
Air blowing warm or only mildly cool, especially in hot weather
Aircon takes longer than usual to cool the cabin
Unusual smell or noise when the aircon is switched on
Visible oily residue around aircon components (refrigerant oil leaks alongside refrigerant)
Our process
Every job follows the same disciplined sequence — diagnose first, explain clearly, then fix it right.
System pressure test
We test system pressures to confirm refrigerant level and identify likely fault areas.
Leak detection
UV dye or electronic leak detection is used to pinpoint the exact source of any leak.
Repair & vacuum
Any leak is repaired, and the system is vacuum-tested to confirm it holds pressure before re-gassing.
Re-gas & performance check
The system is re-gassed to the correct specification and tested for output temperature.
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