Car Battery Repair at Dale Howard Waverly in Waverly, IA

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If your car’s battery starts getting faulty, don’t wait to get it replaced. While the life of a car battery may temporarily be extended by jumping or other methods, only a new battery can ensure your car will run smoothly.

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Why Car Battery Repair is Important

Think of your car battery as the heart of your car. It gives life to all the other parts, powering them enough to get you where you need to go. Now imagine you have an old or faulty battery. You may experience breakdowns on the road, malfunctioning lights or other electrical problems, or your car won’t start at all. Some DIY experts may suggest jumping your car’s battery or mixing solutions to extend its life, but these are temporary at best and dangerous at worst, especially if you don’t have the knowledge or skills to pull it off. Replacing your old battery with a new one is the only way to be sure your car will run smoothly.

When You Should Get Car Battery Repair

Car batteries generally last around 4-5 years but this varies depending on the type of battery your car requires, how often you drive, the environment you drive in, and whether or not you remember to turn all your lights off. You should get a new battery if your car fails to start (followed by a repeated clicking noise), a battery light comes on on the dashboard, or you notice any acid or corrosion on or around the battery.

The Car Battery Repair Process

Step 1

Our expert service technicians will listen to your concerns and perform a thorough inspection.

Step 2

First, they’ll remove the negative and positive terminals using a socket wrench.

Step 3

Next, they’ll remove the clamps, remove the old battery, and clean the terminals to remove any debris or corrosion.

Step 4

Finally, they’ll install the new battery, apply an anti-corrosion solution, and reinstall the terminals before starting the car to test it and handing your keys back to you.

Cost of Car Battery Repair

The cost of replacing a car battery depends on the type of car you drive and the type of battery needed. For example, lead acid batteries are widely used for several types of cars while lithium-ion batteries are typically used for PHEVs (plug-in electric cars). On average, it can cost around $100 to $200 for a new car battery, plus labor costs for the mechanic to replace it. Dale Howard Waverly’s service department regularly offers deals on services and parts.

Questions to Ask Your Service Technician

• How can I extend the life of my battery?
• What type of battery does my car require?
• Are there any electrical issues I should fix today?

Signs of a Quality Car Battery Repair

The area your battery is in should be clean and dry. Your car should start smoothly, with no clicking sounds, and the battery light should remain off. It is rare, but if your new battery is faulty, don’t hesitate to call a mechanic.

Caring for Your Vehicle After Car Battery Repair

Keep the area around your battery clean and dry; this will help prevent corrosion, as well as applying an anti-corrosion solution. Drive your car regularly; letting it sit idle for too long can drain the battery. Keep all lights and accessories (such as headlights, mirror lights, and charging ports) off when not in use to avoid draining the battery.

Contact Our Service Department in Waverly, IA

Dale Howard Waverly looks forward to serving you at our location at 2320 5th Avenue Northwest, Waverly, IA. Contact our book an service department by phone at 31-352-9000 or schedule an appointment online at 319-352-9000. Our hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.