Why is my Car's Heater not Working?

Nothing is worse than running out to your car on a bitter cold morning, turning the key, and switching on the heat, only to find that your car’s heater doesn’t want to come on… or worse, the heater only blows cold air.

During the cold commute to work you begin Googling “Auto Mechanics near me,” and calling shops for possible causes and estimates for repair. Unfortunately, nobody can give you a firm answer or a firm price until they inspect it, because there are several things that could be causing your car’s heater not to work

One such cause could be that your controls aren’t working. This would result in your car’s heater not coming on at all. Buttons and controls are subject to wear over time, so it is possible that all your vehicle needs are some new buttons. Issues with the circuitry or wiring could also cause your car’s heater to not come on. If this is the case, it should be taken to an Automotive Repair Shop like Pugh’s Automotive Service.

If your vehicle’s heater comes on but only blows cold air that could indicate a few different issues. A Plugged Heater Control Valve is one such issue. The Heater Control Valve acts as a switch that turns the heat on or off.

Low Coolant or a Plugged Heater Core could also cause your vehicle’s heater to blow cold air. Coolant Flow is vital in all climates but is more noticeable on cold days since coolant flow through the Heater Core is needed to provide you and your car with heat.

If you have checked your Coolant and it is at the proper level, you could be dealing with a faulty Heater Core or Thermostat. If your Heater Core is slightly leaking then you will notice a sweet, fruity smell. This would indicate a Coolant Leak, which if found with a foggy interior to your car and cold air coming from your heater, it is likely that your Heater Core is the cause.

To be completely sure of the problem, the best thing to do is take your vehicle to a professional mechanic. At Pugh’s Automotive Service in Dover, DE, we provide Free Inspections. That way, if the problem is easy to diagnose, you don’t get charged unnecessary fees.

If your car is experiencing these issues then stop by 728 Leipsic Rd in Dover, DE for your Free Inspection. You can also visit our website at www.pughsservice.com or call (302)734-4231 to schedule your appointment.

Why Should I Get an Oil Change?

Despite its importance to your vehicle’s overall wellbeing, people oftentimes either put off, forget, or completely forego the Regular Maintenance that their Car needs to ensure it’s continually running smoothly.

I understand that it can be easy to shrug off the Change Oil or Service Now Light in your vehicle, but the harsh reality is that you shouldn’t. It may cost money, it may be inconvenient, but the fact of the matter is that if you don’t bring your car in for Oil Changes once every 3,000 miles, you could end up with no car at all.

You see, your Vehicle needs Oil to function properly. Without Engine Oil, the parts that involve rapidly moving parts that are metal on metal, like the Pistons in the Cylinder Heads, will wear out exponentially faster. The reason for that is Heat, created by the Friction of those parts rubbing together without the proper Lubrication. 

This can cause your Engine to Overheat, which can lead to irreparable damage. 

Making sure to schedule regular Oil Changes for your vehicle will ensure that all of those moving parts have the necessary Lubrication to keep your engine running for a long time because the Oil will reduce the friction, preventing your Engine from Overheating.

Getting your Oil Changed can also remove the dirt and grime that begins to build up when the Oil from your last Oil Change begins to break down. If you go too long between Oil Changes, those dirt and wear particles become more prevalent, giving the Oil a sludge-like consistency. When that happens, the oil loses its viscosity, creating more friction within your engine.

Regular Oil Changes can also help improve gas mileage. Old, Dirty Engine Oil will make your Vehicle work harder to run, which will inevitably increase your Gas Consumption. By keeping up with your Oil Changes, you could very well be cutting down on your vehicle’s Gas Consumption!

Even with all of this, many still won’t stick to a regular schedule of Oil Changes. We understand, it can be a hassle trying to schedule your day around something as simple as an Oil Change. That is why at Pugh’s Service Automotive, we offer Free Pick-up and Drop-Off, along with Free Shuttle Services.

We don’t want you to miss a minute of your day, which is why we gladly offer to drive you to work and drop your car off once it’s finished! We also perform Free Inspections on every car that comes in for an Oil Change. This way, if your vehicle has any issues, you’ll know about it before it develops into something catastrophic.

Call (302)734-4231 to schedule your Oil Change with Pugh’s Service Automotive in Dover, Delaware. Or, feel free to visit our website at www.pughsservice.com