A problem with your cambelt (also referred to as a timing belt) puts your car out of action. It’s plays a vital role in keeping your engine running normally, and it’s difficult to keep your life moving normally when there’s an issue, especially if the belt has snapped and your engine no longer turns over.
So, the last thing you need is the hassle of fighting to get an appointment at a local garage to get the problem fixed.
That’s why we exist. We want to connect every UK driver with their perfect local garage as easily as possible, helping them book the best deal along the way. No matter where you are, no matter what you’re doing or how much you know about cars, you can book a timing belt replacement at a local garage in seconds right now.
Just enter your reg and postcode to compare labour rates to book an appointment that gets your car back on track quickly and gives you the peace of mind you deserve.
There are a few tell-tale signs that your cambelt is knackered and needs replacing.
However, some of these are symptoms of other problems as well. To determine whether your timing belt is to blame for your car’s poor performance, pop the bonnet and look at your belt (usually visible on the left-hand side of the main engine block) for the following:
If you spot any of these, your problem is likely caused by a failing cambelt, and you will need to book a replacement as soon as possible.
Sometimes your cambelt can fail without much warning. Knowing what to look for and checking for these visual signs of failure every few months can go a long way to preventing a stressful breakdown, while giving you the confidence you need to book the right appointment at a local garage to get the problem fixed.
Some vehicles are fitted with a timing chain instead, which looks like a bicycle chain. This can still be found on the left-hand side of the engine block and usually lasts longer than a cambelt (usually around 120,000 miles).
Unless you’ve noticed a terrible clattering or rattling noise, misfires while driving or find metal shavings in the oil, if your car hasn’t covered anywhere near that many miles, your timing chain might not be to blame.
In this instance, we recommend booking a general repair appointment at a local garage and providing as much detail as possible about your problem to help them recommend the right repair.
If you’re now sure a failing cambelt is to blame for your current driving stress, don’t panic. We’re here to help you take control of the situation and find a local professional to solve the problem and get your life back on track quickly.
You don’t want to be worrying about booking your timing belt replacement if garages are shut – you want the peace of mind that comes with taking action as soon as possible.
That’s why we offer 24/7 online booking to help you get your appointment sorted whenever works for you. Plus, it takes seconds to compare dozens of local options and complete a booking at the one that suits you best.
So not only are you solving the problem quickly, but it’s also easy to get the best deal at the same time.
When you’re dealing with the stress of a faulty timing belt, you don’t want to worry about being ripped off as well. You certainly don’t want a sub-standard repair that leads to further problems that keep your car off the road – and that’s why we’re always open and honest with you.
Garages set their own labour rates and prices themselves, so what you see is what you pay (unless you agree to additional repairs with them directly). There are no hidden fees, we never charge a booking fee, nor do we ask for any payment details to complete the booking*. You just pay the garage directly after all the work has been done.
That way, there are no nasty surprises on the day, just like it should be.
We’ve helped drivers just like yourself compare MOT, servicing and repair prices 19.7 million and, with thousands of 5* reviews across Trustpilot and Google, it’s clear that they love how easy we make it to save on their timing belt replacement.
Not only that, but we’re also committed to showing verified, unfiltered reviews from genuine customers for every garage on our platform. We also remove any garages that don’t meet our high standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
All that means that you’ll always drive away satisfied when you book your cambelt change through us.
Cambelt issues can be concerning and give you a stressful time – booking an appointment to get your timing belt replaced shouldn’t add to this.
We’re here to help you get your life back on track as quickly as possible, safe in the knowledge that you’ve chosen the right garage for you and your vehicle.
If you’re even slightly worried about a failing cambelt, we recommend booking an appointment at your perfect local garage in seconds today. Putting off a replacement can lead to serious consequences and an even more expensive repair bill later down the line.
It might not be your cambelt that’s to blame but if you’re worried about your car, enter your reg and postcode to compare labour rates from dozens of local garages and book an appointment in seconds to get the peace of mind you deserve.
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