Is your car struggling to start or constantly making grinding noises when you turn the key in the ignition? If so, these are common symptoms of a faulty starter motor.
Here at Lawfix Automotive, we specialise in providing quick, reliable and affordable starter motor services. Whether you need a repair, replacement, refurbishment or reconditioning, our expert mechanics are on hand to support right here at our Cardiff Garage.
Contact us today by phone, email, or the on-screen enquiry form, and one of our friendly mechanics will be in touch to discuss your needs. No pressure, just honest advice!
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Your starter motor is an absolutely essential component of your vehicle. Alongside the ignition system, it’s responsible for ensuring your car’s engine turns over smoothly.
When your starter motor becomes faulty, you’ll likely notice the following signs:
If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait to act. Ignoring these vital signs may lead to a complete breakdown and more expensive work required to restore your vehicle’s functionality.
Our professional team can inspect your vehicle at our Cardiff Garage and provide honest feedback on the cause of the issue and what work is required to get your car back to its best.
Here at Lawfix Automotive, we offer several different starter motor services. We will always choose the most affordable service to get you back on the road. Our service options include:
Starter Motor Repair – If a minor fault is causing your issues, or first port of call will be to repair the faulty component. Typical issues that can be repaired are wiring issues, a damaged solenoid or corroded connectors.
Starter Motor Refurbishment – If the starter motor is worn but serviceable, our mechanics offer a refurbishment service to restore the unit to its original performance. This is a cheaper option than a complete replacement.
Starter Motor Replacement – If a repair or refurb is off the table, a replacement will likely be our only option. We will fit a high-quality replacement part to restore your vehicle’s engine performance.
Regardless of the service your issue requires, you can rely on us to offer an honest, reliable and affordable service!
We offer some of the best Starter Motor service pricing in Cardiff.
We keep you regularly updated and send progress photos.
No waiting forever. We tell you the date you can expect your car back and we stick to it.
We can collect straight from your door, saving you the stress of sorting a lift back home!
It really depends on the extent of the damage. We will always opt for a repair instead of a replacement where possible. Once we have inspected your vehicle at our garage, we will be able to advise with certainty whether you need a repair, refurbishment or replacement.
Really depends on the make and model of the vehicle. As a rule of thumb, you can expect to pay anywhere between £200 and £500 for an engine motor replacement. Don’t worry, we won’t carry out any work without your agreement on the service required and the cost.
Absolutely. We can recondition your starter motor unit if required.
Usually takes between 2-3 hours, depending on the make and model of your vehicle.
The most common causes include oil leaks, electrical faults, worn brushes or faulty connections within the starter circuit.
We wouldn’t advise it. Driving around with this issue usually only aggravates it and makes it worse, increasing the risk of needing a replacement rather than a cheaper repair.
Really depends on the make and model of the vehicle. Typically, the unit will need to be repaired every 100,00 – 150,000 miles. Refer to your manufacturer’s handbook for more precise estimations.
Yes, a faulty starter motor will negatively impact your battery and likely cause it to eventually die.
No, however, we do offer a free collection and drop-off service.