What Sets The Cost
- Where the leak is: a seal or hose versus the condenser or evaporator
- Whether the compressor or its clutch has failed
- Refrigerant type: newer cars use R-1234yf, which costs more than R-134a
- Electrical faults in the fan, pressure switch or controls
- How much of the dash has to come apart to reach the part
YBE quotes the price for your car before work starts: call (202) 455-3822.
How Long It Takes
Diagnosis and a leak check typically take an hour or two. Most repairs follow within a day; an evaporator behind the dash can take longer. YBE gives you the time with the quote.
How YBE Handles It
We check pressures, look for the leak with dye or a detector, and test the compressor, fan and controls. Recharging without finding the leak means paying again when it leaks out.
Once the fault is fixed, the system is evacuated and recharged to the correct amount and checked for cold air at the vents.