Car Air Con Recharge - Stay Cool in Summer, Clear in Winter

If your car or van's air conditioning isn't performing as it should to keep you cool, it might be time for an air con regas. At Dexel Tyre & Auto Centre, we offer professional air conditioning recharge services at all our Lincoln branches. Our expert technicians help keep your vehicle at peak comfort and performance, whether you're driving in summer heat or trying to clear misty windows during colder months.

Find Your Local Air Conditioning Service in Lincoln

We have two garage locations throughout Lincoln, so you can easily pick the one that best suits your location. If you're based in the city centre, our Scorer Street branch is close by, while those in or around the LN6 area can visit our conveniently located Moorland Way centre.

Lincoln (City Centre) Branch

  • Address Dexel Tyre & Auto Centre
    170 Scorer Street, Lincoln, LN5 7SX
  • Phone 01522 535 737
  • Time

    Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:30pm
    Sat: 8:00am - 12:30pm
    Sun: Closed
    Bank Holidays: 9:00am - 3:00pm
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Lincoln (Tritton Rd) Branch

  • Address Dexel Tyre & Auto Centre
    Moorland Way, Lincoln, LN6 7JW
  • Phone 01522 693 183
  • Time

    Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:30pm
    Sat: 8:00am - 12:30pm
    Sun: Closed
    Bank Holidays: 9:00am - 3:00pm
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Why Choose Our Air Con Regas in Lincoln?

In addition to keeping you cool in summer and helping demist your windows in winter, a regular air con regas service provides a range of benefits. Most manufacturers and industry professionals recommend a recharge every 2 to 3 years to maintain optimal performance.

Lesser-known benefits of a Car A/C regas

  • Improved Fuel Efficiency – A low refrigerant level makes your air con system work harder, which can increase fuel consumption.
  • Cleaner Air Quality – Without a functioning system, condensation can build up in the ducts, encouraging bacteria and mould.
  • Preventative Maintenance – A system that's just 10% low on refrigerant can lose up to 40% of its oiling ability. Our service includes a full oil top-up to ensure proper lubrication, reducing the risk of a hose drying out and splitting, or the compressor failing.
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What’s Included in Our Air Con Regas?

When you book your car or van in for an air conditioning recharge in Lincoln, you'll receive a complete service by qualified technicians. Our air con regas package includes:

  • Purging the A/C system of moisture and contaminants
  • Pre-regas vacuum leak testing
  • Air con recharge with the correct refrigerant gas (R134a or R1234yf)
  • Replenishing A/C system oil to prevent component wear
  • Adding UV dye to aid with pinpointing any future Air Con leaks
  • Post-regas pressure testing to ensure correct system operation.

We service all makes and models and use state-of-the-art equipment across both of our Lincoln centres – carried out by our F-Gas-registered technicians. Whether you're planning a summer trip or facing early-morning frosts, trust Dexel for a dependable air conditioning recharge.

Car Air Con Regas in Lincoln – Frequently Asked Questions

Do I still need an air con regas if I rarely use it?

Yes, and likely sooner than if you used your air conditioning regularly.

Refrigerant gas isn't "used up" by operating the system, but it does naturally escape over time through the porous rubber hoses and various connections.

In fact, when the system isn’t used, the lubricating oil isn't circulated, which can cause hoses and joints to dry out. This drying can accelerate gas loss, particularly if the components become brittle enough to crack or fail.

In rare cases, yes, this can happen.

As part of a standard air-con regas, the system is tested to hold a vacuum (approximately -14.5 psi), which helps ensure there are no immediate leaks.

However, if the system hasn’t been maintained with regular servicing, some hoses and connections may have dried out and become brittle. When the system is then refilled and runs at around 80 psi positive pressure, a leak could occur due to the increased pressure. If this happens, we can carry out a high-pressure test using Oxygen Free Nitrogen [OFN] after fully evacuating the system. This high-pressure test is a chargeable service.

Once the leak is located and repaired by us or an approved third party, we’ll perform a second air-con regas free of charge to confirm your system is functioning properly.

Vehicle manufacturers generally advise servicing your air conditioning system (including an air-con regas) every 2 to 3 years, as the system may lose around 5% to 15% of its refrigerant gas annually through its hoses and connections.

Reduced gas pressure can hinder the circulation of lubricating oil, which may eventually cause wear or damage to key components like the compressor, condenser and evaporator, and lead to deterioration of the system’s hoses.

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