What to Expect With an Electrical System Service
1. Schedule Your Appointment
Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.
2. Diagnostics and Inspections
Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.
3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate
Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.
4. Review and Approval
A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.
5. Work Performed or Scheduled
Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.
Did You Know: The older a car battery is, the more susceptible it is to extreme temperature changes.
What Causes Electrical Problems in a Car?
Diagnosing your electrical issues can be dangerous. If your vehicle is experiencing obvious electrical problems, the safest thing to do is to take it in for inspection.
Most electrical problems stem from the following:
- Battery
- Alternator
- Starter
- Spark plugs
- Fuses
- Loose wires
- Ignition
- Electrical short
If you’re unfamiliar with the ins and outs of your vehicle, it can be challenging to determine the source of the problem. However, you may be able to safely solve some electrical issues on your own.
For example, if your battery is dead, solving your car problems could be as simple as calling a roadside assistance service to replace your old battery with a new one. But, if you’re unsure if the battery is the problem, you could be replacing a completely functional battery for no reason.
Additionally, if you notice one of your fuses has blown, solving an electrical issue could be as easy as replacing the blown fuse with a functional one.
How Much Does It Cost to Fix Electrical Problems in a Car?
Fixing an electrical problem can be as easy as replacing a blown fuse, in which case the cost can be as small as $6. However, the more complicated the problem is, or the bigger the part that needs replacement, the more expensive the repair will be. Replacing a battery, for example, could cost anywhere from $220 to $270 in addition to the cost of labor.
Additionally, if your electrical issue is a loose or damaged wire, fixing that issue is more complicated and expensive, since it might involve the removal of several mechanical parts to repair or replace the wires completely.
The best way to determine the expense of your repair is to ask a professional auto repair expert from Christian Brothers Automotive in Spring, TX. Our ASE- certified technicians have the training needed to diagnose your vehicle’s electrical issues quickly and efficiently.
Why Christian Brothers?
There’s no shortage of auto repair shops in Spring, TX, so what makes us different?
The entire basis of our business is our honesty and trustworthiness. Christian Brother’s Automotive was established in 1982 on the premise that we “love our neighbor as yourself.” That simple idea created a strong foundation on which Christian Brother Automotive of Spring Stuebner relies.
We exemplify this guiding idea by making your appointment as friendly, pleasant, and informative as possible. Our auto repair team is just as committed to fixing your car as we are to making the entire experience a positive one. Don’t believe us? Check out our reviews on Google!
During the COVD-19 pandemic, we are also offering vehicle pick-up and drop-off free of charge for customers within a five-mile radius. This allows us to be in compliance with changing CDC protocols.
Take a look at some of our other auto repair specials for more opportunities to save on your next repair.
Need your Electrical System serviced in Spring? Turn to the professionals at Christian Brothers Automotive. Call us today at (281) 771-0517 or schedule an appointment online.
FAQs
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Q. "What crucial parts make up my vehicle's electrical system?"Your battery and alternator are the main parts that make up your vehicle's electrical system. This helps power all electrical features within your car and even helps power features such as your brakes, engine, and transmission.
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Q. "How often should I have my electrical system looked at?"We recommend regular visits for scheduled maintenance. When you come in we will take a look at your electrical system as part of our free courtesy inspection. If you are experiencing electrical issues, we recommend visiting us immediately as your car is highly dependent on this system.
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Q. "How do I know if something is wrong with my vehicle's electrical system?"Some signs of electrical system issues include: little to no power to interior lights, the vehicle not starting, dim headlights, or your fuses keep blowing out.
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Q. "Do you offer a shuttle service?"Yes! we understand you have a full schedule. Whether you need to get to work, school, or need to attend to other responsibilities, we can take you where you need to go. Click here to learn more.
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Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
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Q. "Can you provide service under my extended warranty?"Yes. At Christian Brothers Automotive, we work with all major extended warranty providers to make needed repairs for our customers. If you have an extended warranty, you can discuss your carrier with our team when scheduling an appointment and confirm that the work will be covered. You can find a partial list of the extended warranty companies we work with here.
Have more Questions?
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Hear What Our Customers Had to Say About Us
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"I liked the customer service and going above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable while waiting in the store for my vehicle work to be done, specifically being offered a nice hot coffee with creamer."
- J.L.