Questions we get in the bay
How much does a car battery cost in Brampton?
At Lube It, the battery itself runs from $199.99 to $339.99 plus HST. A Group 51R starts at $199.99, a Group 48 AGM at $309.99 and a Group 94R AGM at $339.99. Installation is charged separately and starts at $39.99, depending on the vehicle and how awkward the battery is to reach. The final price depends on the group size your vehicle takes and whether it needs an AGM battery for stop-start. We test and quote the exact price before starting.
Do you test batteries for free?
Yes. We load test the battery and check the alternator output at no charge, whether or not you buy a battery from us. A flat battery is often caused by a charging fault rather than the battery itself.
How long does a battery last?
Typically around four years, depending on driving habits, how many short trips you make and how cold the winters are.
Why do batteries always die on the first cold morning?
Two things happen at once. The oil thickens, so the engine needs more current to turn over, and the chemical reaction inside the battery slows down, so it delivers less. A battery that was quietly weak in October is the one that fails in January. That is why a free test in the autumn is worth the five minutes.
Do I need an appointment?
No. Drive in during opening hours. Most battery replacements are done while you wait.
Does the battery come with a warranty?
Yes. A Group 51R carries 36 months and a Group 48 or 94R carries 60 months, as free replacement rather than a prorated credit. The battery has to fail our test for a claim to go through, so a flat battery on its own is not enough, it has to be the battery at fault. Keep the invoice we give you, because that is the date a claim runs from.
Why is my battery more expensive than the advertised price?
Three reasons: your vehicle takes a larger group size, it needs an AGM battery for engine stop-start, or the battery sits somewhere awkward such as under a seat or behind bodywork. We tell you the exact number before we start.
My car will not start at home. Can you come to me?
No. We do not offer mobile callouts or roadside boosts, so the car needs to reach us under its own power. Get a boost from CAA, a neighbour or a booster pack, then drive straight here and leave the engine running until you are in the bay. If you switch it off with a dead battery you will not get it started again.
What happens to my old battery?
It goes for recycling through our supplier.