Top Mechanics For EGR Valve Replacement & Repairs in St Albans
110 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 15 years of experience
Garage and mobile mechanic with over 15 years experience and MOT tester based in potters bar , England. We offer all repairs and diagnostics from services to car wont start inspections.
164 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 23 years of experience
In total I have over 20 years of experience. The last 11 years I have worked for Ford Service Centre where I have also carried cars and vans repairs.
MICHAEL, Harpenden • 27th January 2024
Vauxhall Zafira • EGR valve replacement
1186 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 20 years of experience
Jon owns and operates SMS Autocare and has been running the business for over 15 years in the Slough area. Prior to setting up SMS Autocare Jon completed his apprenticeship and was then a mobile mechanic for...
TIM, Hertfordshire • 30th December 2022
Ford Transit Custom • EGR valve replacement
81 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 7 years of experience
BACK ON ROAD LTD offers a variety services on high quality standards, in no time such as: Diagnostics Coding Programming Brakes Exhaust Mechanical Electrics Upgrades ..... and more The only solu...
67 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 27 years of experience
Worked for Rover as an apprentice for 12 month moved to a Ford main dealer for 27 years. Now mobile mechanic L.S Auto's.
BARBARA, HERTS • 13th March 2024
Vauxhall Insignia • EGR valve replacement
35 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 10 years of experience
Fully qualified vehicle mechanic having previously worked at JLR and Ford dealerships as well as independent
CONNOR, Watford • 3rd May 2023
BMW X1 • EGR valve replacement
1110 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 30 years of experience
We provide MOT tests, servicing and car repairs on all makes and models in Enfield and surrounding areas. Catering for customers in Enfield, Cheshunt, Barnet and Southgate, we offer quality car servicing and...
347 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 20 years of experience
We are a small family run business and understand how important it is for you to have a safe vehicle for you to travel to work, school and for personal reasons. We can come to you at home or work at a time ...
22 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 18 years of experience
I am a mobile mechanic with 18 years experience. Fully qualified from my home country. I do all makes and models and do services, brakes and many other repairs.
JOANNE, Luton • 4th August 2022
Peugeot 207 CC • EGR valve replacement
40 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 27 years of experience
I have been in the trade for 27 years. I began at a car sales dealership servicing the fleet of cars there and after this I moved to Vauxhall for 5 years and reached the gold level technician level After Vau...
SIRIPUN, HERTFORDSHIRE • 20th May 2023
Mercedes-Benz Viano • EGR valve replacement
54 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 15 years of experience
We take on all types of mechanical work along with mot tyre change servicing etc. we also will offer a recovery service where your vehiacle can be collected from your door and dropped off.
MARC, HERTS • 29th July 2024
Jeep Renegade • EGR valve replacement
59 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving St Albans, 18 years of experience
I have 18 years of experience working with all type of motor vehicle as qualified mechanic. WEBSITE ADRESS <a href='https://www.clickmechanic.com/' title='ClickMechanic'><img width='250' src='https://bad...
150 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 6 years of experience
Mark has 6 years experience as a mechanic and is now a mobile mechanic around the West London area. Mark covers all makes and models.
ALASDAIR, Uxbridge • 13th October 2017
Vauxhall/Opel Vectra-C • EGR valve replacement
32 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 6 years of experience
At speedy spanner ltd I am a mobile mechanic who aim to provide professional service it’s our dedication that differentiates us from other car repair shops. I am continuously training my self to provide t...
WAYNE, UNITED KINGDOM (+44) • 27th April 2021
Kia Sportage • EGR valve replacement
45 Reviews
Garage serving St Albans, 30 years of experience
Started off in a independent family run garage doing everyday cars to vintage classics then moving on from there to a Vauxhall main dealer carrying out all aspects of work and warranty work AA breakdown r...
NATASA, LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY • 24th September 2020
Volkswagen Golf • EGR valve replacement
Frequently asked questions about EGR valve replacement & repairs in St Albans
Read our answers to questions about EGR valve replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does an egr valve replacement in St Albans involve?
Whilst there are quite obviously many different engine designs on the market, there are as many different processes to change one.
There are some basic steps though that are common
- The mechanic will physically inspect the area around the EGR valve for leaks
- A full diagnostic test will be carried out with monitoring of live data
- If deemed to be faulty and once the engine has cooled, the EGR valve will be removed and replaced
- Diagnostic checks will be rerun and codes cleared down
- Vehicle will be road tested
What are the symptoms of a failing EGR valve?
An efficiently operating EGR valve is paramount to engine performance and a faulty one can make starting difficult and reduce performance considerably.
Some of the typical symptoms are
- Difficulty in starting
- Rough engine idle and stalling
- Poor running
- Reduced performance
- Higher fuel consumption
- Engine management light illuminated
- MOT failure on emissions
How long will an egr valve replacement take in St Albans?
On average, egr valve replacement times can range from 1 hour to 3 hours with an average of 1.5 hours. The time that the job takes 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.
Is a bad egr valve an MOT failure?
Yes, a bad EGR valve can cause an MOT failure if the issue on the component leads to the vehicle failing its emissions test.
How much does it cost to clean EGR in St Albans?
On average it can cost between £150 to £500 to clean an EGR valve, depending on the make and model of your car. Some EGR valves take a lot of time to remove and refit, sometimes up 5-6 hours, and on top of that 2 hours to clean the EGR valve.
Can St Albans garages offer home collection and delivery for egr valve replacement?
Yes, many garages in St Albans are able to offer collection and delivery for an egr valve replacement. 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 egr valve replacement in St Albans.
Can St Albans mobile mechanics do egr valve replacement at my home or office?
Yes, St Albans mobile mechanics can do an egr valve replacement 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.
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Mechanics in and around St Albans
- Car Point Ltd, Hemel Hempstead
- Chalk Hill Motors, Watford
- Christopher Sheward T/A CJS Motor Mechanics, Bushey
- Collect Service Go, Welwyn Garden City
- Compass Twenty Ltd, Harpenden
- Complete Care, Welwyn Garden City
- FPMA Car Servicing LTD, Luton
- Fix My Car Today, Bushey
- Greasy Gorillas Garage, Potters Bar
- Gsw Auto Repair And Tyre Services, Welwyn Garden City
- Gt Autos Hemel Ltd, Hemel Hempstead
- International Wheels Ltd, Chipperfield
- JTS Mobile Autos, Elstree
- Jamie Howard, Watford
- Jpr Auto Services, Watford
- Kaiden Borcherds, Welwyn Garden City
- L&C Cars, Watford
- L.S Auto's, Panshanger
- LA Auto Care Center, Potters Bar
- London Mobile Mechanic, London
- MDU Automotive, Bushey
- Mike The Mechanic Ltd, Borehamwood
- Mobile Tyreman Limited, St Albans
- Moisantrans Ltd T/A MST, Hemel Hampstead
- Northridge Cars Ltd, Hemel Hempstead
- Plasposal Ltd, London
- Recoveryoo Ltd, Potters Bar
- Rossway Services, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
- ST ALBANS TYRES LTD, London Colney
- Shanes Motor Services, Hemel Hempstead
This is a fantastic service, definitely the way forward, would use again and again and highly recommend. No hidden costs or agenda , very very good indeed.”