Find a Mobile Mechanic or Garage in Watford for Handbrake Cable Replacement & Repairs
Top Mechanics For Handbrake Cable Replacement & Repairs in Watford

46 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Watford, 30 years of experience
I began my career in a classic car company in London where I was for 9 years before moving to Vauxhall for 5 years. I had an 8 year spell with British Bakeries in the transport department and then I got made...
STEVE, BUCKS • 21st December 2017
Nissan Pathfinder • Handbrake cable adjustment

22 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 7 years of experience
Diagnostic Diagnostic + Health Check Oil and Filter Change Full Service Brake pads Brake Disc Rear Brake Shoes AC Refill Radiators Change Suspension Manual Transmission Oil Automatic Trans...
JAMES, AMERSHAM • 14th September 2021
Mercedes-Benz C-Class • Handbrake cables replacement - (both) equal length

66 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 16 years of experience
I began my career working with Ford at 16 based at premier Ford Group in the Isle of Wight where I spent 5 years. I moved to the AA as patrol and worked for over 3 years, before setting up my own business ho...
STAN, HATFIELD • 18th July 2016
Renault Megane II • Handbrake centre/main cable replacement

31 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 24 years of experience
My career started out at military school at Bearwood College for a number of years and I undertook my apprenticeship whilst I was here. I moved to work with the Evans Halhaw Group for around 15 years in tota...

61 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 15 years of experience
I began my career with Honda, their flagship London dealership, on a 3 year apprenticeship where I gained exceptional knowledge of Japanese technologies. I accepted a move to Car Giant after completing my yo...
GEORGE, London • 3rd August 2017
Land Rover Discovery • Handbrake cable adjustment

20 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 19 years of experience
I have worked for Fast fits i have worked within a huge fleet of vehicles and have just left my job at Mercedes after 6 and a half years due to lack of work. so i am new into owning a company and and availab...
HENRY, Slough • 25th February 2021

1171 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 36 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...

31 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 10 years of experience
A very WIDE variety of Service here at BOSS™ 🥵Air condition not working?🥶 📉Down On Power or fuel consumption gone up?📈 💥Odd Noises?, Knocks, Noises & Bangs💨 ☠️Bad Smells from inside or outside?❄️ 🌡️Ov...

171 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 7 years of experience
I work on clutches, full services, suspension and exhaust system, tyres, brakes and breakdown services.
MARK, London • 5th February 2025

335 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Watford, 13 years of experience
I've been a mechanic since I left school in 2003. I've been self employed since September 2016. I offer full mechanical services on all makes/model of vehicle. I pride myself in the work I undertake and make...
PAUL, SUNBURY-ON-THAMES • 3rd July 2017
BMW 3 Series • Handbrake cable adjustment

150 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 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.
CINDY, Dunstable • 19th March 2018
Vauxhall Corsa • Handbrake cable adjustment

524 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 15 years of experience
I have been interested in the car repair industry for almost my entire life. The first few years were spent learning the trade and I went to college to study it properly. I worked at a garage as a BMW specia...
MUJAHID, POPLAR • 23rd May 2018
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter • Handbrake cable adjustment

1216 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 30 years of experience
Hi, I’ve been a mechanic since leaving school and have owned and operated my own garage since I was 25 , were you could that I’ve done most jobs on a wide range of vehicles. I’d like to say that my workmans...

235 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Watford, 20 years of experience
We have been in the automotive industry for about 20 years. -We are providing 100% mobile services. -high-end diagnostic equipment -servicing -maintenance -coding, programming -dpf, AdBlue specialist...

53 Reviews

Garage serving Watford, 15 years of experience
Hi, I started working in a garage at around 2008 and since last 2 years I have worked as a mobile mechanic for a company with fleet of vehicles in and around London, and up north at times in Scotland While...
THOMAS, AYLESBURY • 25th March 2025
Volvo V70 • Handbrake cables replacement - (both) equal length
Frequently asked questions about handbrake cable replacement & repairs in Watford
Read our answers to questions about handbrake cable replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a handbrake cable replacement in Watford involve?
- Mechanic will inspect the handbrake system.
- If necessary the handbrake cable will be replaced.
- Mechanic will calibrate the handbrake.
- Mechanic will test the handbrake.
- If necessary, the mechanic will make any adjustments.
What are the symptoms of a faulty handbrake cable?
- When the vehicle still moves despite having engaged the handbrake.
- If you have a manually applied handbrake and the lever has no resistance when applied.
- If you have an electric handbrake and there is a handbrake warning message on the dashboard.
How long will a handbrake cable replacement take in Watford?
A handbrake cable replacement usually takes around 1.5 hours, but can take less or more time. Ultimately, the time that the job 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.
Is a broken handbrake cable an MOT failure?
Yes, a broken handbrake cable can result in an MOT failure. The MOT tester will thoroughly inspect the entire braking system to test its operation and efficiency. Before an MOT test, it's best to test out the handbrake.
How much does it cost to fix handbrake in Watford?
A handbrake cable replacement can cost between £75 and £150 with an average price of £105. The exact cost will depend on the make and model of the vehicle, where is it located and if any other repair is required along with the replacement.
Can Watford garages offer home collection and delivery for handbrake cable replacement?
Yes, many garages in Watford are able to offer collection and delivery for a handbrake cable 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 handbrake cable replacement in Watford.
Can Watford mobile mechanics do handbrake cable replacement at my home or office?
Yes, Watford mobile mechanics can do a handbrake cable 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 Watford
- 24hr Solutions, Ware
- A1 MOTOR MEDICS, Whaltham Cross
- A1 Mobile Mechanic, Watford
- ABC AUTO CARE, North Hertfordshire
- ACS Mobility Ltd, Letchworth
- AJM Motors, Hitchin
- Ben Nwaka, St Albans
- Bkp Autos, Stevenage
- Boss Tuning Ltd, Clothall Bury Farm
- Bracey’s Motors Limited, Hitchin
- Brennan's Vehicle Services Ltd, Waltham Abbey
- Bridge Motors Mobile Repairs, Stevenage
- CRANLEIGH RESCUE & RECOVERY LTD, Croyden
- CS Automotive, Buntingford
- Car Point Ltd, Hemel Hempstead
- Carl Mobile Machine, Holt
- 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
- DENIZ AUTO REPAIRS & SERVICING, London
- Djs Automotive Solutions, Hertfordshire
- Duro Custom, Bishop's Stortford
- Dw Mobile Auto Services, Wheathamstead
- Eastman Way Mot Center Ltd, London
- Enviro Repair Limited, Stevenage
- Fix My Car Today, Bushey
- Fuel Drain / Fd Services, Stevenage
- GKB-Autos, Letchworth
- Ggf Autos, Stevenage
- Greasy Gorillas Garage, Potters Bar
- Gsw Auto Repair And Tyre Services, Welwyn Garden City
- H&B SALES/ SERVICING, Hitchin
- Hass Autos, London
- Hawkeye Performance LTD, Hoddesdon
- Hs Premier Motors, Kenton Harrow
- International Wheels Ltd, Chipperfield
- JL Automotive, Bishops Storford
- JTS Mobile Autos, Elstree
- Jamie Howard, Watford
- Jason Wilks, Stevenage
- L.S Auto's, Panshanger
- LA Auto Care Center, Potters Bar
- Landmarkautos, Enfield
- Lees Automotive, Buntingford
- Leonidas Vehicle Solutions, London
- Limitless Mobile Garage LTD, Waltham Cross
- Mechanix 2 You, Hemel Hempstead
- Mike The Mechanic Ltd, Borehamwood
- Mobile Mechanic/norman Tate, Middx
- Mobile Motors Essex Ltd, Elsenham, Bishop's Stortford
- Mobile Tyreman Limited, St Albans
- Mohsin Ali Shah, Enfield
- Moisantrans Ltd T/A MST, Hemel Hampstead
- Motor Holdings LTD, Enfield
- Motor Prestige Ltd
- Northridge Cars Ltd, Hemel Hempstead
- PK AUTOS Mobile Ltd, Letchworth Garden City
- QWIKTYRES STEVENAGE LIMITED, Stevenage
- RABSON M, Burton-On-Trent
- Rayment’s Mobile Auto Services, Stevenage
- Recoveryoo Ltd, Potters Bar
- SM MOBILE MECHANIC, Hertford
- ST ALBANS TYRES LTD, London Colney
- Shane Thomas, London
- Shanes Motor Services, Hemel Hempstead
- Silverline Motor Traders Ltd, Borehamwood
- Sjc Automotive, Kings Langley
- Steve Hill, Stevenage
- Supreme Garage, London
- Swift Fix, Sharnbrook
- TGPP AUTOCARE, Stevenage
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