How much does it cost?
Price depends on the vehicle and how hard the part is to reach. Send your year, make and model for a quote. If you are not sure whether it’s the battery, starter or alternator, start with a CA$70 diagnostic.
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Mobile service · Montreal & area
Mobile alternator & starter replacement in Montreal
Click but no crank? Battery light on while driving? I diagnose the starting and charging systems and replace the alternator or starter where the car sits.
No-crank · charging systemCall or text 438-341-2619 · Mobile diagnostic CA$70 · We come to you
Alternator & starter
Starting & charging repairs
- Alternator replacementOld alternator removed and new unit installed, belt checked.
- Starter replacementFailed starter replaced when the engine won’t crank.
- Charging system diagnosisAlternator output, battery condition and wiring tested.
- No-crank diagnosisBattery, cables, starter and relay checked to find the fault.
- Serpentine beltWorn or squealing belt replaced when needed.
- Wiring & groundsLoose or corroded connections fixed.
Signs of alternator or starter trouble
- Clicking when you turn the key, but no crank
- Battery light on while driving
- Battery dies even after being replaced
- Dim or flickering lights
- Grinding noise when starting
- Whining noise from the engine bay
Real photos from my jobs. Older photos may show a previous phone number; the current number is 438-341-2619.
Avoid the tow
A car that won’t crank usually means a tow to the shop. On many vehicles I replace the starter or alternator right where it’s parked.
When a shop is the better option
On some vehicles the starter is buried under the intake or needs a lift to reach. I tell you on the phone if yours is one of them.
How it works
How mobile service works
Contact
Call, text or send a quote request with the vehicle, the problem and where it’s parked. We come to you.
Diagnose
I test the car where it’s parked: scan, inspection and targeted tests.
Explain
You get the findings in plain words and a quote for parts and labour before any work.
Repair
Once you approve, I fix it on site. If a job truly needs a shop, I tell you.
Back on the road
No tow, no waiting room. Your car is fixed where it was parked.
FAQ
Questions about alternator & starter
How do I know if it’s the alternator or the battery?
I test both. If the battery is good but not charging while the engine runs, the alternator is the usual suspect.
Can you replace a starter in my driveway?
On many vehicles, yes. Some are harder to reach. I tell you when you call.
Do you use new parts?
I quote the part options for your vehicle and explain the difference before you choose.
Service area
We come to you in Montreal and surrounding areas, including Laval, Longueuil, Lachine, Saint-Laurent, Châteauguay and parts of the South Shore, depending on the job.
Ready when you are.
Call or text with your vehicle and the problem. I’ll tell you what it takes.
438-341-2619