Electrical/Battery Services

Battery Cable Replacement Service & Cost

What is the Battery Cable all about?

Battery cables transfer the current from the battery to other electrical components (starter, alternator, fuse block). Without battery cables, there will be no electrical power in any part of your car. The cables are located under the hood and are attached to the battery on one end and the engine and electrical accessories on the other. All cars have multiple cables. These cables can become corroded and cause bad connections, which will not allow the right amount of current to be transferred to the electrical components in the car.

Keep in mind:

In most cases, battery cables cannot be repaired and must be replaced as an assembly. But in some cases, your mechanic may be able to cut the corroded part of the cable and install a terminal end. By doing this, you can avoid replacing the cable assembly.

How it's done:

• Perform a voltage drop test.
• Remove and replace cables if voltage drop is more than 0.1 volt.
• Clean cables.
• Inspect charging system.
• Perform a starter draw test.
• Test for proper voltage output from alternator.

Our recommendation:

Corrosion is the battery cable's worst enemy. If you open the hood of your car, you may find a white or bluish powdery substance (dried acid) on the battery and cables. This acidic substance will corrode the battery terminal ends and the battery cable. It is a good practice to have the battery and cables checked and cleaned at regular intervals (we recommend every other oil change). This will prevent the corrosion from building up and it will extend the life of the battery cables.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Battery Cable?

• Car does not start.
• Clicking noise when starting the car.
• Electrical components (e.g. lights, radio, horn) may not work.

How important is this service?

Battery cables transfer currency from the battery to the electrical components of the vehicle. Without functioning battery cables, the battery has no way of outputting energy. The alternator and starter rely on battery cables for power, so malfunctioning cables mean that your vehicle won't start up or have any electrical energy.

Fast and easy Battery Cable Replacement service at your home or office.

Electrical Troubleshooting and Auto Battery Diagnostics

Many people blame their car battery for problems with their electrical system. And in some cases, it is their battery. In others, it’s something more complicated. To be sure that your car battery needs to be replaced, we will begin by running a series of electrical diagnostic tests. These will determine the source and cause of your vehicle’s electrical issues.

For example, it could be something as simple as a loose wire. What a waste to change your battery when the real problem is easy to fix. We’ll be sure to catch these types of repairs so that you don’t have to spend a penny more than necessary.

If it is the battery, we have dedicated battery testing tools that will give us a reading of your automotive battery’s health. We’ll then replace your battery and get you back on the road in no time!

Certified and Trained Auto Mechanics

Everyone on our team has years of experience and official certification to be a mechanic. We don’t have time for mistakes, and neither do you. That’s why we only hire the best auto mechanics in the region. Even for jobs that seem as straightforward as auto battery replacement, it’s absolutely necessary that the mechanic knows how every part of the vehicle works in unison. This applies equally to troubleshooting the electrical system, as it does to installing the battery that’s specific to your vehicle.

We only hire the best because we expect the best. Call us today to book an appointment to have your battery replaced.

Schedule a Car Battery Service Check

Many of our clients opt to have their batteries checked at the same time as their oil and brake shoes. Why not group them together? That way, you can be sure that your battery is working when you need it to.

What if your battery is completely dead and you can’t drive to our shop? No problem. We can come up with a solution to get a battery installed wherever you are. Give us a call to book an appointment for a car battery installation!