24/7 mobile service · Riverside
Engine running hot? Find the leak before it finds your head gasket.
We pressure-test the cooling system, find what's failing, and replace radiators, hoses, thermostats, and water pumps at your location on most vehicles.
Sounds like this?
Signs it's time to call
- Temperature gauge climbs past normal
- Sweet smell or steam from under the hood
- Green, orange, or pink puddle under the front
- Overheats in traffic but cools down on the freeway
- Heater blows cold while the engine is hot
- Coolant reservoir keeps going low
What we measure
Pressure test- Pressurizes the system to the cap's rating to reveal hidden leaks
Thermostat- A stuck thermostat causes overheating or an engine that never warms up (P0128)
Cooling fans- Should switch on as the engine warms up or when the A/C is on
Coolant type- The wrong coolant can corrode parts. We match your maker's spec
From our jobs
The visit
What happens when we arrive
- Let the engine cool before opening anything
- Pressure-test the system and inspect hoses, radiator, and pump
- Check thermostat operation and fan function
- Quote the repair and replace the failed part
- Refill, bleed air from the system, and confirm normal temperature
When it's a shop job
White exhaust smoke, milky-looking oil, or coolant that disappears with no visible leak can point to a head gasket. That's a shop job. We'll test for it before quoting other repairs.
Questions people ask
Can I keep driving if it's overheating?
No. Pull over when it's safe, turn off the A/C, and shut the engine off if the gauge is in the red. Driving hot can warp the cylinder head.
Can I just add water?
In an emergency, water can get you off the road. Get the system checked and filled with the right coolant soon after.
Is it safe to open the radiator cap?
Not while the engine is hot. The system is under pressure and can spray scalding coolant. Wait until it's cool to the touch.