Find a Mobile Mechanic or Garage in Portsmouth for Air Conditioning Compressor Repair & Replacements
Top garages & mobile mechanics for Air Conditioning Compressor Repair & Replacements in Portsmouth
147 Reviews
Garage serving Portsmouth, 40 years of experience
Are you looking for a well established and reliable company that can provide car servicing and repairs in Wickham? If you need help with your vehicle, look no further than Southwick Road Motor Repairs. We...
FIDAA, Southampton โข 22nd July 2021
Mitsubishi Shogun โข AC compressor drive belt replacement
233 Reviews
Garage in Basingstoke, 53 years of experience
The Companyโs Roadside Assistance brand is now the preferred choice for the South of England and has become synonymous with efficiency, punctuality and courtesy resulting in all the major motoring organisati...
SAMUEL, TIDWORTH โข 18th November 2020
Smart Smart โข AC compressor drive belt replacement
98 Reviews
Garage in , 30 years of experience
I have been working in the motortrade for around 28+ years as a mechanic/technician. Starting my apprenticeship working on Ferraris, porsches and all other types of supercars in SW London. Leaving this d...
80 Reviews
Garage in Swindon, 15 years of experience
KH Auto Services has been operating since 2012 in the Swindon area. We offer a a 1 ramp workshop catering for all makes/models. We aim to provide a professional but reasonable priced service to all our cu...
TIM, COMPTON BASSETT, CALNE โข 10th July 2018
Smart Roadster โข AC compressor drive belt replacement
154 Reviews
Garage in Portsmouth, 21 years of experience
Over the years I have worked in various garages, carrying out mechanical repairs, including, servicing, general repairs, mot repair, cambelts/timing chains, clutches, head gaskets, engine replacements etc I ...
KARL, HANTS โข 13th June 2025
Audi S3 โข Water pump replacement
68 Reviews
Garage in Portsmouth, 20 years of experience
With over 25 years of experience, Enterprise MOTโs provides high quality service and peace of mind for all your vehicle repairs, maintenance, and testing needs. Based centrally in Paulsgrove, Portsmouth w...
PAULINE, GOSPORT โข 8th May 2025
Vauxhall Corsa โข Handbrake cables replacement - (both) equal length
8 Reviews
Garage in Portsmouth, 25 years of experience
Over 25 years experience working on cars and light commercial vehicles, City and Guilds qualified. Service, MOT work undertaken, parking sensors and reverse camera's fitted, stereo system upgrade. General ...
JAMES, PORTSMOUTH โข 20th January 2025
Kia Sportage โข Car Won't Start Inspection
14 Reviews
Garage in Portsmouth, 20 years of experience
I pride myself on fixing all make and models vehicles. Engine, gearbox, suspension, steering, brakes.....anything about the car in need of replacement or fixing.
2 Reviews
Garage in Portsmouth, 40 years of experience
Allcars has been trading for 21 years now and 16 years at the present location. The owner have has been in the motor trade for 45 years and has amassed a wealth of knowledge over the years. He is backed by ...
GEOFF, SOUTHSEA โข 2nd July 2022
Toyota Yaris โข Tyre fitting
4 Reviews
Garage in Portsmouth, 8 years of experience
Zacs Auto Care Service carries out servicing and repairs on all makes of models of vehicles. We have the latest diagnostic equipment and tooling enabling us to offer the highest standard of repair. We are fu...
ELLIOTT, SOUTHSEA โข 24th February 2022
MINI Mini โข Full Service
64 Reviews
Garage in Portsmouth, 11 years of experience
I completed my apprenticeship in Hungary before moving to the UK in 2004. I am fully qualified up to ATA Level 4. Prior to owning my own premises I worked as a mobile mechanic for 7 years before setting up m...
MICHAEL, Portsmouth โข 19th February 2022
Vauxhall Astra โข Automatic transmission fluid drain & refill
32 Reviews
Garage in Portsmouth, years of experience
Based in Portsmouth we have 2 units 1 offering full mechanical and servicing and the other offering in house custom ecu remapping , we have a 4ton lift in unit 6 and a 1500bhp rolling road in unit 7 , we are...
KHAGENDRA, Portsmouth โข 4th February 2022
Volkswagen Passat โข Coil spring replacement - front (both)
13 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Portsmouth, 17 years of experience
I started on cars from the very early age of 6 and was tinkering with various vechicles within the family. I began my apprenticeship at 14 at a garage in Portsmouth and subsequently worked there for 4 years...
54 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Portsmouth, 14 years of experience
Throughout my career, I've consistently valued honesty and transparency, catering to customers with varying levels of mechanical knowledge. My commitment is to ensure clients comprehend necessary work and fe...
NEIL, FAREHAM โข 14th June 2025
Skoda Superb โข Brake discs and pads replacement - rear (both)
22 Reviews
Garage serving Portsmouth, 13 years of experience
With over 13 years of hands-on experience in the automotive repair industry, I proudly run Zack Autos Ltd, where quality workmanship and customer satisfaction are our top priorities. I specialize in a wide r...
DONALD, COSHAM โข 1st June 2025
Skoda Superb โข Clutch replacement
Frequently asked questions about air conditioning compressor repair & replacements in Portsmouth
Read our answers to questions about air conditioning compressor repair costs, symptoms and more.
What does an ac compressor replacement in Portsmouth involve?
- Mechanic will read the ECU for possible fault codes related to the AC system.
- Mechanic will inspect the AC system and the AC compressor.
- Mechanic will check the pressure and electricity in the AC compressor.
- If necessary, the mechanic will replace the AC compressor.
- Mechanic will remove the refrigerant.
- Mechanic will take out the compressor and ancillaries (like the orifice tube and receiver dryer).
- Mechanic will cleanse the AC system.
- Mechanic will fit the new compressor and, if applicable, receiver dryer and orifice tube.
- Mechanic will refill the system with refrigerant.
- Mechanic will inspect the system for leaks and test the system to see if it works properly.
What are the symptoms of a bad AC Compressor?
- When the air conditioning does not work.
- When there is no cool air coming from the air vents when the system is turned on.
- Poor fuel consumption.
- When there is a ticking noise coming from the engine bay.
- When there are patches of fluid on and around the AC unit.
How long does it take to replace an AC compressor in Portsmouth?
The time an air conditioning compressor replacement will take will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
How can you tell if your car AC compressor is bad?
Typical symptoms that could mean the AC compressor is bad could include:
- AC does not deliver cold air from vents
- Clicking sound from the engine compartment
- AC does not switch on
Is a faulty ac compressor an MOT failure?
No, a faulty ac compressor would normally not result in your car failing its MOT. The AC compressor is a vital component of the air conditioning system in a car but it is not regarded as safety-critical so it is not checked during an MOT.
Can Portsmouth garages offer home collection and delivery for air conditioning compressor repair?
Yes, many garages in Portsmouth are able to offer collection and delivery for an air conditioning compressor repair. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a air conditioning compressor repair in Portsmouth.
Can Portsmouth mobile mechanics do air conditioning compressor repair at my home or office?
Yes, Portsmouth mobile mechanics can do an air conditioning compressor repair at your home or office, provided there is a safe and sufficient space to conduct the repair or replacement. With ClickMechanic, once booked for a date and time of your choice, your booking will be offered to vetted mobile mechanics in your area.
How much does an air conditioning compressor repair cost in Portsmouth?
The average cost of an air conditioning compressor repair in Portsmouth varies between ยฃ44 and ยฃ63, depending on your car's make and model. See the averages for different makes below. We consolidate industry standard data with millions of data points to give you the most accurate price.
These estimates may include AC drive belt/s.
| Name | Average Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| BMW | ยฃ49 | Get exact price |
| Citroen | ยฃ31 | Get exact price |
| Ford | ยฃ61 | Get exact price |
| Land Rover | ยฃ47 | Get exact price |
| Nissan | ยฃ37 | Get exact price |
| Peugeot | ยฃ71 | Get exact price |
| Toyota | ยฃ56 | Get exact price |
| Volkswagen | ยฃ70 | Get exact price |
Estimates on average repair costs, such as the above results for an air conditioning compressor repair, are based on ClickMechanic's quote data which combines multiple third-party sources. Actual costs may vary. We provide estimates on average repair costs for information only and accept no liability for any inaccuracies or errors. If you think an estimate is incorrect, please contact us to let us know.
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Mechanics in and around Portsmouth
- CJ-Autos, Havant
- CK Automotive Specialists Ltd, Finchdean
- Dj Motor Services, Portsmouth
- Enterprise MOT Centre, Portsmouth
- F&A Motor Repairs, Southsea, Portsmouth
- G&M Mechanical, Havant
- GTG Engineering Services LTD, Gosport
- Joseph Bloomfield Mobile Mechanic, Fareham
- Jwd Mechanical Engineering, Hampshire
- KB Autos, Chichester
- KMG Car Repairs & Service, Hampshire
- Mapro Tuning Ltd, Portsmouth
- Watsons Motor Repairs, Horndean
- Zacs Auto Care Service, Farlington