How Long Does Car Maintenance Take? Answers from CabCo Garage

Car maintenance might seem like a chore, but it’s the easiest way to keep your vehicle running smoothly and safely on Canterbury’s roads. One question we often hear at CabCo Garage is, “How long does car maintenance take?” The answer depends on the type of service you need. To help you plan ahead, we've broken down the typical timeframes for common maintenance tasks we perform regularly.

Routine Car Servicing: Quick and Predictable

For standard car servicing, like oil changes, tyre rotations, and basic checks, you can usually expect to wait about 1–2 hours. At CabCo Garage, routine maintenance is a quick, efficient process that rarely disrupts your entire day. We’ll have you back on Canterbury roads promptly, often within the same morning or afternoon.

Brake Maintenance: Safety Checks Without the Long Wait

Wondering how long brake maintenance takes? Checking your brakes or replacing brake pads typically takes 1–3 hours. It’s an essential service, ensuring your vehicle stops effectively. At CabCo Garage, we inspect brakes carefully and quickly, helping you get back to your daily routine without delays.

Air Conditioning Recharge: Quick Comfort Restored

Air conditioning recharges are straightforward, typically taking 30–60 minutes. If your car's AC isn’t cooling like it used to, a quick visit to CabCo Garage can restore comfort to your daily Canterbury commute.

Clutch Repairs: Longer but Necessary Maintenance

Clutch repairs and replacements are more involved, usually taking between 4–8 hours. It’s labour-intensive but crucial for smooth gear changes and vehicle safety. CabCo Garage always advises booking these repairs in advance so we can minimise your downtime.

Exhaust and Emissions Repairs: It Depends on Severity

Minor exhaust repairs (like sealing small leaks) can take as little as 1–2 hours. Full exhaust replacements or major emission repairs can take upwards of 3–5 hours. We recommend letting CabCo Garage mechanics assess your vehicle first to provide an accurate timeframe.

How CabCo Garage Makes Maintenance Easy

We understand you have places to be, that’s why CabCo Garage prioritises:

• Quick diagnostics

• Transparent turnaround times

• Convenient scheduling around your availability

• Honest and accurate estimates for how long each repair or service will take

  
  

Planning Your Car Maintenance Visit in Aylesham?

Whether it’s a quick oil change or a full clutch replacement, CabCo Garage in based in Aylesham will help keep your maintenance schedule predictable and stress-free. If you're still unsure how long your specific car maintenance task will take, don’t hesitate to give us a call, we’re always here to help.