San Diego Mobile Battery Replacement

Do you have a car that’s not starting or showing signs of low battery and you had to jump start it multiple times already. Changing car battery will solve your problems. Car battery is the main power source in your car. When motor is turned off – everything is solely powered by a 12 volt automotive battery. As car batteries get older, around 3 year mark, they can fail at any time without any warning. Onsite-Battery (619) 530-9280 provides mobile car battery replacement service in San Diego, CA.

From our car battery store in Kearny Mesa we deliver and install automotive batteries on-site at your location. We service Mission Valley, La Jolla, Mira Mesa, Point Loma, Clairemont Mesa and other SD neighborhoods and communities. Call us 7 days a week to make a same day appointment.

How to know if car battery needs to be replaced

Just like any car repair should be done only after proper diagnosis, same goes for battery replacement. Before replacing car battery the first step is to correctly diagnose it. Many times drivers assume that if their car ran out of power it’s because it needs a new battery. Car slowly shutting down while driving and not able to restart again is not a sure indicator that battery has to be replaced. In breakdown like this it is most likely that alternator has failed or not supplying enough power to keep battery charged. More common bad battery symptoms are:

• Car is totally dead
• Engine is cranking very slowly
• Starter motor just clicking and won’t turn over
• Windows going up and down very slowly as
• Need to jump start battery often
• Lights are dim, flickering radio is malfunctioning
• Battery looks wet and bloated, swollen

Benefits of using Mobile Battery Replacement Service

  The most inconvenient aspect having dead or weak battery that it doesn’t give you any warning and often when battery is low and car in not starting it’s usually there isn’t any mechanic shop or a service center nearby. There are modern cars with electronic door handle actuators, if battery goes dead you can not even unlock car door or get inside.

San Diego Mobile car battery replacement service offer Battery delivery and installation right where you are. We come to you in San Diego and surrounding cities. The convenience of having Onsite-Battery.com technician come and exchange old battery at your home or work saves you time and money.

In San Diego you get same day mobile battery replacement service 7 days a week. Battery exchange service is available 24 hours. In short these are main advantages of mobile battery replacement: Service at your location, we fix your battery problem on-site. Available 24h after repair shops and auto part stores are closed. Provide all types of battery installations (engine bay, trunk, interior. Saving money and saving time. Immediate response battery delivered and installed.

On-Site Battery Replacement services

•  Car Battery Delivery
•  Battery Installation
•  Mobile Battery Replacement
• Battery Cable Repair
• Battery Testing
• Cable Terminal Replacement
• Jumpstart, Recharging
• Used Battery Recycling

At Onsite-Battery in our San Diego battery warehouse we carry over 40 different types of batteries for cars, trucks. We also deliver and install specialty batteries like the ones for RVs as well as commercial box trucks and semi trucks. All in stock batteries are maintained and rotated to maintain battery health until installation. Proper care during battery storage helps guarantee that every car battery after its delivered and installed will have the longest service life for years as noted in manufacturer spec sheet. 

Emergency Roadside Battery Replacement

In our 17 year in Towing and Emergency Roadside Assistance services in San Diego, we saw an increase in drivers searching for on demand Mobile battery replacement service at their location. When you get stranded, a simple battery jump start would get car started to get to a repair shop, but often it is easier just to get the battery changed on the spot and go on with your day.

San Diego mobile battery delivery and onsite installation will fit new battery even during late hours and weekends when auto part stores and repair shops are not available. We specialize in Mobile car battery replacement as well as other Roadside Assistance related mobile services like: Battery Jump Start – Emergency Fuel delivery – Flat Tire Service – Towing

Mobile Car Battery Repair

There is a larger load put on a battery when starting the engine, high amperage is being drawn by the starter at the moment of turning over cold engine. Any loose connector in the circuit will arc and reduce the power. A very common place where sparking and arcing may happen is at the positive and negative battery terminals. If your battery terminal are dirty or has oxidation, corrosion around them it may feel like you need a new battery replacement. Our experts at Onsite-Battery are experienced to first properly diagnose and repair all car battery related problems on-site. San Diego mobile battery repair service will repair loose battery terminals, repair or replace clamps to the battery posts, clean and remove corrosion buildup around the posts and test battery capacity.

Battery Delivery and Installation Near San Diego

At Onsite-Battery customers always come first. If it’s a small issue like loose clamp connection to the battery terminal, or battery is not staying charged and needs immediate replacement. Call us at anytime to get high quality advice for your dead battery problem. Still have questions? Check out our battery fitment guide to find out more about specific automotive battery for your car. You can find out more about different types of car batteries like flooded lead acid batteries, gelled acid batteries, deep cycle Batteries, AGM Batteries in our battery fitment guide.

New battery replacement with warranty

Every battery delivery and installation in San Diego comes with battery manufacturer’s warranty. We work closely with ACDelco, Interstate, DieHard to bring you only the best car batteries that keeps their charging capacity for years after their free replacement warranty has expired. High quality automotive battery warranty is honored at most repair shop in North America. Brands like Interstate Batteries and ACDelco has contracts to honor warranty with majority service centers and mechanic shops. A standard battery warranty is 36 months with free replacement if battery failed during three year period. Dependable battery manufacturers are producing mid tier affordable car batteries that last up to 5 years under normal condition.

Mobile Car Battery Replacement Cost in San Diego

All of our battery repair estimates takes in consideration any replacement parts needed to complete battery replacement onsite, like battery terminals, bolts and nuts, cleaning and protective aerosols and core recycling fees. An average cost for mobile battery replacement is $259. Taking in consideration difficulty of access to the battery and your location the cost of mobile battery delivery may slightly vary. Just order car battery replacement over the phone and Onsite Battery mobile mechanics will install new car battery same day anywhere in San Diego. Our integrity is very important to us and we strive to be frank and honest with our customers from ordering correct battery size and type, to punctual delivery and proper installation. Call us (619) 530-9280 for battery replacement estimate over the phone.

How long do car batteries last in San Diego, CA

Battery is a device that stores DC electric power in a form of chemical reaction. It is an amazing plastic box filled with acid and heavy lead plates that stores electricity. Over time the electrolyte inside the battery becomes diluted and less affective. Due to heat and many recharging cycles car batteries loose their capacity to store energy. Car battery can fail at any time, it is recommended to measure battery cranking amps during regular car maintenance visits. When to replace car battery? On average car battery lasts at least 3 years or longer. In states with desert like climate automotive batteries has shorter lifespan because of constant high temperatures.

What to do if you have a dead battery?

Can I replace car battery myself?

If battery terminals looks clean and not corroded then replacing dead battery yourself is not complicated. To change car battery you don’t need any specialty tools. A wrench and a set of 10, 12, 13 millimeter sockets is all you need. Check out this guide on how to change car battery at home. 

Does jump start damage the battery?

Jump starting car battery will not cause damage. Important note to remember, to be careful when handling hot ends of jumper cables. If accidentally you cross connect cables, even for a second, there could be significant damage to electrical systems of both vehicles. Call a professionals at Onsite Battery replacement in San Diego for car jump start, battery repair or battery replacement.

Same Day Car Battery Delivery

Call to get car battery delivered to your home or workplace. For faster service same day service we carry most common battery groups in stock in our trucks and vans. Batteries like 24F, 51R, 96R, 94R and group 65, 35 are always in stock and can be quickly delivered to all San Diego locations: Mira Mesa, Mission Valley, Lemon Grove, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, La Jolla. Check in with battery shop in La Mesa for available battery sizes and models to order same day delivery in El Cajon, Lakeside, Santee.

Does battery corrosion mean bad battery?

Corrosion and oxidation around positive terminal doesn’t mean the battery is bad, but because of build up resistance it may be harder to start the car and recharge battery.

Dangers of swollen / bloated car battery

If you notice that car battery looks deformed, or it’s clearly visible that side walls are not straight but bowed out – replace battery asap. Swollen car battery is dangerous and if ruptured will cause major damage to surrounding components. Overcharged and damaged batteries must be recycled.

Do I need a new battery after Jump Start?

Car hasn’t been started for over a month, the engine starts slower, car battery started to fail after 36 months, car has been jump started multiple times in a week. If you have one or more of these problems, you will need new battery soon.