Everyone loves free stuff and here at Halfords, we’ve got a range of free car checks that are just waiting to be booked. So set yourself up perfectly for road trips this spring and summer by taking advantage of these services and ensuring that your air con, batteries, tyres and more are in top condition.
All of our free checks can be booked online, on a date and at a time that suits you. Here’s a breakdown of exactly what each service involves and where you can make that all-important booking.
Free 5-Point Car Check
Available at: Halfords retail stores and Halfords garages
Our flagship free check is the Free 5-Point Car Check. As the name suggests, this check covers five key areas of your car and is available at any of our Halfords retail stores or Halfords garages across the UK.
One of our experienced technicians will check your headlights and brake lights, the condition of your wiper blades, your battery’s health, the condition of your windscreen and your MOT due date. If their checks reveal that any further work is required, they’ll be able to advise you about the next steps.
Want a more comprehensive check? Upgrade to a Free 10-point Car Check with the Halfords Motoring Club, worth £15!
You’ll get all the checks covered in the 5-Point Check, as well as:
- Tyre depth check
- Tyre inflation check & top-up
- Oil level check
- Screen wash top-up
- AdBlue & coolant check
Join today for free to book your free car check.
Free Air Con Check
Available at: Halfords retail stores and Halfords garages
One for the summer, our Free Air Con Check will help you to avoid any unexpected air con fails in the hot weather. Our technician will check the pressure, check the gas quantity, make sure there are no leaks in the system and check your refrigerant levels to see if they need to be topped up.
If the free check reveals that further work is required, such as a refrigerant top-up, air con regas, air con recharge, or repairs, the technician will be able to advise you on next steps. This is likely to include booking in for a full Air Con Diagnostic at one of our Halfords garages.
Free Battery Health Check
Available at: Halfords retail stores, Halfords garages and Halfords Mobile Experts
The Free Battery Health Check is a great choice if you suspect there might be something wrong with your battery or you’re just looking for some peace of mind. It’s also one of our most accessible free services as it’s available not only at all Halfords retail stores and Halfords garages but also via Halfords Mobile Experts (where we come to you at home or at work).
The service involves our technicians checking your battery’s key health indicators, such as its charging and cranking capabilities. In the event that you need a car battery replacement, they’ll advise you of the associated costs upfront – with no obligation to buy.
Free Brake Check
Available at: Halfords garages
To get a qualified opinion on the condition of your brakes, book a Free Brake Check. One of our technicians will check all aspects of your braking system to identify any issues and provide a no-obligation quote for any work that’s required.
You may also be eligible for our Brakes4Life offer, which is exclusive to Halfords garages, so why not ask while you’re there? Brakes4Life means that you only pay for one set of brake pads or shoes and then the rest are free forever (even if you change your vehicle!).
Free Exhaust & Catalytic Convertor Check
Available at: Halfords garages
If you’re plagued by a strange rattling noise or you’ve failed an emissions test, then you need our Free Exhaust System & Catalytic Convertor Check. We’ll carry out a fast and thorough exhaust test to make sure that everything’s working properly and to identify any issues.
In the event that work is needed on your car exhaust or catalytic converter, our technicians will be able to provide you with a free, no-obligation quote upfront and it’s completely up to you what action you decide to take.
Free Repairs Check
Available at: Halfords garages
We’d recommend our Free Repairs Check if you’ve got a worrying noise in your car or a problem that you’re struggling to identify. Our team will inspect your car for any mechanical faults, carry out a road test and then recommend any necessary repairs.
Please note that if there’s a fault with your engine or the engine management or other warning lights show on your dashboard, then a Diagnostic Check may be required before we can advise on any repairs.
Free Suspension Check
Available at: Halfords garages
Our Free Suspension Check will help to make your drive as smooth as possible. If you think you may have a problem with your suspension, simply book an appointment and one of our ATA-trained technicians will be happy to help.
They’ll check over your suspension system, make a note of any issues and then provide a no-obligation quote for any repairs that you require.
Free Steering Check
Available at: Halfords garages
Steering problems can make driving a challenge. Book in for a Free Steering Check and one of our expert technicians will do everything they can to identify the root of the issue and get your car back on the straight and narrow.
They’ll also be able to advise on any steering repairs that may be required and provide a no-obligation quote, completely free of charge.
Other essential services
We offer a whole host of other services at our Halfords retail stores, at our Halfords garages and via our Halfords Mobile Experts. Here are a couple we think will come in particularly handy during the summer getaway period.
Dash cam fitting
Available at: Halfords retail stores and Halfords Mobile Experts
Dash cams are a worthy addition to any road trip and our dash cam fitting service will take the hassle of installation off your hands.
Getting a dash cam professionally fitted means that it’s always on when your car engine is (so you’ll never miss anything important), gives you a much neater finish without any trailing wires, keeps your 12V socket free to power other devices and allows you to make full use of features like Parking Mode.
Check out our article on the Halfords dash cam fitting service for more info about how the process works.
Tow bar fitting
Available at: Halfords Mobile Experts
If you’re heading off on a caravanning getaway, or you’re a family of keen cyclists with bikes to transport, a tow bar is the perfect space-saving solution. With our tow bar fitting service via our Halfords Mobile Experts, we’ll come to you at home or at work at a time that’s convenient for you.
As well as completing a professional fitting of your tow bar, we’ll also take care of the wiring and programming (where required) to your vehicle’s onboard computer during the fitting appointment. So, if you’ve just bought a new car or a new caravan and want the two to work perfectly together, make a booking today!
Please note that this service is currently only available in certain areas.
Halfords Motoring Club
Don’t miss out! Join the Halfords Motoring Club today to access a range of amazing benefits and discounts that are designed to keep you moving, keep you safe and keep you saving.
It’s free to join and you’ll receive money off your MOT, a free car health check and a welcome voucher that can be spent on any Halfords product or service.
Or choose our Premium membership for a small monthly fee (or a one-off payment) to unlock exclusive member pricing on all motoring products and services online and across our stores, garages and Halfords Mobile Experts, as well as a variety of other benefits that will help you to keep moving for less.
With so much to enjoy, this is too good an opportunity to miss!
Join the Halfords Motoring Club today at www.halfords.com/motoring-club.
These are just a handful of the motoring services and fitting services that we offer, and you can find the full list on Halfords.com.
