CAR AIRCON SERVICE & REPAIRS IN HORNSBY
Aircon regas, leak testing and repairs from an ARCtick-licensed, family-owned workshop.
Is your car aircon blowing warm, smelling musty or making strange noises? We find out why before we touch the gas. Our ARCtick-licensed team handles aircon regassing, leak detection, diagnostics and component repairs for R134a, R1234yf and CO₂ (R744) systems.
AIRCON SERVICING & SYSTEM TESTING
Regular servicing keeps your aircon cold and helps prevent costly failures.
Our aircon service includes pressure testing, leak detection, vent temperature checks and a full performance assessment. Every job is done with approved equipment and to manufacturer specifications, so your system runs safely and efficiently. If your car is due for a logbook service, just ask us to include an aircon check while it’s in.
R134a, R1234yf & CO₂ REFRIGERANTS
Licensed refrigerant handling for every type of car aircon system.
Older cars generally run on R134a, many newer models use R1234yf, and some recent vehicles use CO₂ (R744). As an ARCtick-licensed workshop, we service all three using approved equipment, and all refrigerant handling, recovery and recharging is carried out in line with Australian regulations.
AIRCON COMPONENT REPAIRS
We inspect every part of the system to find faults early.
Your aircon relies on the compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion valve, hoses, seals and cabin filter all working together. We inspect each component during servicing and repair or replace whatever is worn or failing. We’ll always explain what we’ve found and talk you through your options before any work goes ahead.
R134a refrigerant has a significantly higher environmental impact than CO₂.
When released, R134a has a global warming potential over 1,400 times greater than carbon dioxide. Even small leaks can have a measurable impact, with the release of approximately 500g equivalent to the emissions produced by driving a fuel-efficient hybrid vehicle for over 7,700 kilometres. Correct recovery, leak testing, and ARCtick-compliant handling are essential to minimise environmental harm.
AIRCON SERVICING, NO GUESSWORK
Clear diagnosis and the right repair, the first time.
We assess the whole aircon system before carrying out any work, then explain what it needs and why in plain terms. That way the fault is properly fixed instead of temporarily masked, and you’re not back in a few weeks later with the same problem.
CAR AIRCON REGAS & LEAK DIAGNOSIS
A regas restores your refrigerant, but low gas usually means something else is wrong.
Aircon systems are sealed, so refrigerant shouldn’t simply run out. When the gas is low, there’s usually a leak or a worn component behind it. We test the system before regassing so we can find and fix the cause, rather than just refilling it and sending you off with the same problem. Once the system is sound, we recover, vacuum test and recharge it to the manufacturer’s specification.
SIGNS YOUR CAR AIRCON NEEDS REPAIR
Aircon problems usually start small, so it pays to catch them early.
The most common signs are air that isn’t as cold as it used to be, weak airflow from the vents, a musty or unpleasant smell, rattling or squealing when the aircon is on, and water pooling in the footwell. Cooling that comes and goes can also point to an electrical or compressor fault. If you notice any of these, book in for a check before a small problem turns into a bigger repair.