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Recent Head Gasket Repair tasks

Head gasket repair

£650

Strangeways, Greater Manchester

2nd Aug 2024

Initial problem: Coolant leaking from thermostat. -Car was being driven but being topped up with Coolant. -Broke down after 8 days, lost power engine overheated. AA report in the breakdown suspected head gasket damage as well due to too much bubbling from Coolant reservoir. Repairs so far: New Thermostat replaced Further diagnosis: headgasket damage, 2 cylinders gone out of the 4. Misfired after 28 minutes Repairs needed: -Headgasket replacement -Checking the new thermostat is not leaking

Head gasket repairs on a vivario 2015 1.6 tcdi

£2,000

Eskbank, Midlothian

16th Mar 2024

Van start well and seams to work well, until the coolant gets hot,lost of air in the coolant, and engine failure notice on dashboard I suspect head gasket seals, but also wish to have timing belt done if head gasket repair is done

Head gasket repair

£700

St Cross, Hampshire

30th Aug 2023

Head gasket has gone in my ford fiesta need it replaced - Due date: Flexible

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Why hire a head gasket repair service through Airtasker?

When a head gasket malfunctions, the oil blends with the coolant, causing leaks, overheating and severe damage to your engine. When you suspect that something’s wrong, all you need is a proper repair service to get your machine working at its prime.

Repairing your car's head gasket is a very complex procedure. If done wrong, it could cause several problems, risk your safety, and cost you significantly in the future. When you're too busy to go to a repair shop, turn to Airtasker and find a head gasket repair near you to address all your concerns without wasting your time and hard-earned money!

Simply post a task describing what needs repairing, and you'll receive offers from experienced Taskers within minutes! Feel free to check their profiles and read up on reviews from their previous jobs to help you decide if they’re the best fit for the job. You can also set your budget for the job so you won't have to worry about overspending. Let us handle all your head gasket needs at your convenience. With Airtasker, your engine will surely be up and running in no time!

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Top Head Gasket Repair related questions

White smoke coming out of your exhaust pipes, engine overheating, engine stalling, and coolant leaks are some of the most noticeable signs of a broken head gasket. If you’re starting to notice any of these, it’s best to get your gasket checked by an expert right away.
A blown head gasket is usually caused by extremely high temperatures. Lack of coolant in the radiator or coolant leaks can lead to engine overheating. When your head gasket is exposed to a heat it can't handle, it will melt and cause malfunction.
A blown head gasket is one of the most significant damages your car can suffer from, so fixing it can take a tremendous amount of time as well. Repairs usually take six hours to a few days, depending on the severity of the damage.
If it’s just a minor issue, your head gasket can still be repaired. However, if the damage is severe and using a sealant and fixing the bolt doesn’t work, then you should have it replaced.

What do head gasket repair services include?

The head gasket is one of the parts of your car that you should always keep an eye on. Any damage to it, no matter how small or severe, could lead to costly repairs if not addressed immediately. Air bubbles in the radiator, white smoke escaping the exhaust pipes, coolant leaks, and engine overheating are some of the most noticeable signs that your head gasket is failing. Once you start experiencing these problems, you need to have it checked out right away.

The repair services include a thorough assessment, full repair work, and final inspection and testing. Here's what to expect when you hire a head gasket repair expert through Airtasker: 

Head Gasket Assessment

As soon as your Tasker arrives, they'll ask you several questions about the issues you're having with your car. They will conduct a thorough assessment to determine whether your head gasket can still be fixed or if it needs replacing.

Head Gasket Repair

Once your head gasket repair specialists identifies the problem, they will set up the necessary tools and proceed with the repairs. If it's only a minor issue or leak, they will repair it using gasket sealants which are usually in the form of a paste, glue, or spray. But first, they must remove the thermostat and flush the cooling system with water before pouring the sealer inside. They will then run your vehicle for 50 minutes with the cap on before placing a new thermostat.

Once the engine is cooled, your Tasker will drench the cooling system with antifreeze, then fix and tighten the head bolts inside the engine. If using sealers and tightening the bolts doesn't fix the problem, then a replacement may be the best solution.

Head Gasket Final Inspection and Testing

Our Tasker will do a final inspection and perform several engine tests to make sure everything is functioning correctly. Once you're pleased with the results, they will pack up their tools and clean the area to ensure that no mess is left behind.

Recent Head Gasket Repair tasks

Head gasket repair

£800

Bellfields, Surrey

27th Aug 2023

Hyundai i30 petrol head gasket replacement as engine overheats - Due date: Before Sunday, 10 September 2023

Head gasket repair

£600

Lode Heath, West Midlands

18th Aug 2023

I have a 1997 mazda mx-5 and it was overheating and i did an engine leak test which showed oil in the coolant system so i suspect the head gasket is leaking - Due date: Before Monday, 21 August 2023

My car head gasket repair

£400

Portobello, City of Edinburgh

10th Jul 2023

Md Razaul Islam my car engine oil is losing and my car is smoking - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 12 July 2023

Head gasket repair

£400

Heysham, Lancashire

26th Mar 2023

Head gasket twisted causing water leakage into engine - Due date: Flexible

Head gasket repair Peugeot 207 2009 Verve 5 door. 100k miles.

£750

Upton, Northamptonshire

25th Mar 2023

Diagnosis from Halfords says head gone: engine oil in the coolant system - Due date: Before Sunday, 2 April 2023

Head gasket repair

£600

Rugby, Warwickshire

12th Jan 2023

Car overheated and now the car won't turnover - Due date: Flexible

Head Gasket repair

£1,000

Asby, Cumbria

3rd Jan 2023

Possible blown head gasket. Looking at possible options, but would like a quote to do the work. The engine is 1.6 diesel in a Ford Mondeo. Thanks - Due date: Before Tuesday, 31 January 2023

Head gasket repair

£200

South End, Bedfordshire

20th Dec 2022

It's a NISSAN PATHFINDER. Reg:- HY08OSW Exhaut gases entering the coolant. So it's losing water and causing overheating. Please what can I do? Many thanks - Due date: Flexible

Head gasket repair

£1,000

Mitcham, Greater London

9th Dec 2022

Head Gasket repair was recently done Mazda cx5 Garage did not skim or pressure test Head. - Due date: Before Wednesday, 21 December 2022

Head gasket repair

£1,000

Upper Cam, Gloucestershire

24th Nov 2022

I believ the headgasket is faulty. Car is overheating, coolant light is on but car had just been serviced. - Due date: Flexible

Head gasket repair

£600

Potternewton, West Yorkshire

22nd Sep 2022

Head gasket repair, the car won’t start. - Due date: Flexible

Head gasket repair on Corsa 1.4 petrol

£1,234

Maybury, Surrey

1st Mar 2021

I’m looking for a mechanic to fix a head gasket on Corsa 1.4 petrol!!