Flat battery? We test, supply and fit — most jobs done within the hour.
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Called out across Edinburgh day and night for flat batteries — trusted by drivers from Portobello to the New Town.
A flat battery does not have to mean a tow. We test the battery, alternator and parasitic drain, then supply and fit the correct unit including AGM and EFB batteries that need coding to the vehicle.
Short answer
We test your battery, alternator and starter free of charge, then supply and fit the correct replacement — including coding for modern AGM and stop-start systems — usually within 30 to 60 minutes.
4.9★
Average rating
1,800+
Cars fixed
12 mo
Guarantee
24/7
Availability
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At a glance
Battery Replacement
- From
- Free battery test · From £75 fitted
- Time on site
- 30–60 minutes
- Where
- Home, work or roadside
- Guarantee
- 12 months, parts and labour
- Availability
- 24 hours, 7 days
Why people call us
Battery Replacement without leaving your street
- 01No garage drop-off and no waiting room
- 02Fixed price agreed before any work starts
- 03Qualified mechanic with the right tools on board
- 04Most jobs finished in a single visit
- 0512 month guarantee on parts and labour
Home · Work · Roadside · Anywhere in Edinburgh
Is it worth sorting battery replacement now?
A flat battery in Edinburgh rarely happens at a convenient time — often it's a cold morning in Portobello, a car that's sat outside a New Town flat all week, or a short Corstorphine school run that never gives the battery a proper charge.
Scottish winters are hard on batteries: cold cranking amps drop sharply below freezing, and short, frequent city journeys common across Edinburgh's centre never let a battery fully recharge, ageing it faster than steady motorway driving would.
We test before we replace anything — battery, alternator and starter — because fitting a new battery onto a faulty alternator just leaves you flat again. Fitting starts from £75, fully coded to your vehicle's charging system.
Short answer
We test your battery, alternator and starter free of charge, then supply and fit the correct replacement — including coding for modern AGM and stop-start systems — usually within 30 to 60 minutes.
Battery Replacement options
Pick what suits your car and budget — we confirm the right option once we see it.
Standard battery replacement
Like-for-like replacement for most petrol and diesel cars, tested and fitted on the spot.
From £75
AGM / EFB battery replacement
Stop-start and AGM batteries supplied and registered to the vehicle's battery management system.
From £110
Free battery health test
Load test to confirm whether the battery, alternator or starter is actually at fault.
Free
Alternator & charging system check
Full charging system diagnosis if the battery keeps going flat despite being replaced.
From £49
Your battery replacement covers
- Free battery health test on arrival
- Alternator and starter load testing
- Parasitic drain investigation if the battery keeps dying
- Like-for-like or upgraded battery supply and fit
- Battery registration and BMS coding for modern vehicles
- Old battery removed and recycled free of charge
Time on site
Most battery jobs done within 30-60 minutes on site
Free battery test · From £75 fitted
Typical starting price
30–60 minutes
On site
12 months
Guarantee
IMI / City & Guilds qualified
Fully insured, DBS-checked mechanics with the right tools and torque settings for your make and model. Every job is backed by our 12 month parts and labour guarantee.
Battery Replacement prices in Edinburgh
Clear prices up front, confirmed for your car before any work starts.
Prices are a guide and include labour unless stated. Parts prices vary by make, model and availability — you always get a fixed quote before we begin.
When to book this service
If any of these sound familiar, do not leave it — small faults become expensive quickly.
Slow engine crank
A sluggish start, especially on cold mornings, is often the first sign a battery is failing.
Dashboard battery light
This warning light points to either a battery or charging system fault and shouldn't be ignored.
Dimming headlights or interior lights
Lights dimming at idle or when starting suggest the battery is struggling to hold charge.
Car won't start at all
A completely dead car, especially with no dashboard lights, usually means the battery needs testing or replacing urgently.
Battery over 4-5 years old
Most car batteries only last 4-5 years, less in Edinburgh's short-journey city driving — worth testing before it fails.
Why Edinburgh drivers trust us for battery replacement
City driving here is hard on cars. We know exactly how, and what it does to your vehicle.
Scottish winters are brutal on batteries
Cold cranking amps drop sharply below freezing, which is exactly when Edinburgh batteries are most likely to fail.
Short city journeys never fully recharge
Frequent short commutes across New Town and Old Town don't give the alternator enough time to properly recharge the battery.
24-hour callout when you need it most
Flat batteries never pick a convenient time — we run genuine 24-hour cover across Edinburgh for exactly this reason.
4.9★
Average rating
600+
Reviews
1,800+
Cars fixed
10 yrs
Experience
A recent visit, start to finish
Portobello · 2016 Škoda Octavia 1.6 TDI
A dead car outside a Portobello flat on a frosty morning, sorted before the school run
Mark from Portobello woke to a completely dead car on a frosty January morning, with his daughter due at school in 40 minutes. Our mechanic arrived within half an hour, tested the battery and alternator on the spot, confirmed the alternator was fine and the battery had simply given up after five Scottish winters, and fitted a new one straight away. Mark made the school run with ten minutes to spare.
“Genuinely thought I'd be stuck. They tested everything properly rather than just selling me a battery, and had me moving again before I was even late.”
Mark, Portobello
Portobello
£82
Price paid
35 minutes
Time on site
New battery fitted, alternator confirmed healthy, car started first time
Outcome
What Edinburgh drivers say
“Battery light came on outside my flat off Dundas Street. Free test showed the alternator was fine, new battery fitted for £75 in under 40 minutes.”
Lauren S.
New Town
“Car wouldn't start before an early shift. Called at 5am, mechanic was there within the hour, tested and replaced the battery for £78. Genuinely 24 hours.”
Iain B.
Musselburgh
“AGM battery on my hybrid needed proper coding, not just swapping. Done correctly for £115 on my street in Gorgie, no dealer appointment needed.”
Priya N.
Gorgie
What affects the cost of battery replacement
Every quote is confirmed for your specific vehicle before we start — this is a guide only.
Starting price
Free battery test · From £75 fitted
Battery Replacement
Tested, supplied and fitted on site with coding for stop-start and AGM systems.
Typical time: 30–60 minutes
Get a fixed quoteWhat can change the price
- 1Battery type — standard, EFB or AGM stop-start
- 2Battery size and vehicle power requirements
- 3Whether BMS coding is required
- 4Time of day for emergency callouts
Prices are a guide. Your final price is confirmed for your exact car before any work starts — no hidden extras.
Battery Replacement across Edinburgh
We travel from 11 Forrest Rd to every EH postcode and the surrounding towns — no callout fee inside the city.
Battery Replacement questions
How do I know if it's the battery or the alternator?+
We test both on arrival free of charge. A battery fitted onto a faulty alternator will simply go flat again within a day or two, so checking the whole charging system first saves you paying twice.
Do you carry batteries for all makes?+
We carry a wide range of standard batteries and can source AGM, EFB and less common sizes the same day from our Edinburgh suppliers, so most jobs are still completed in one visit.
What size/type battery do I need?+
We identify the correct battery for your specific vehicle by checking the registration and existing battery specification, so you always get a like-for-like or approved upgrade, never guesswork.
Is there a warranty on the new battery?+
Yes, every battery we supply and fit comes with a manufacturer warranty, and our fitting and coding work is guaranteed too.
Do you recycle the old one?+
Yes, we remove the old battery and take it away for responsible recycling at no extra cost, so you don't have to worry about disposal.
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Free battery test · From £75 fitted, 12 month guarantee and a 4.9 star rating from Edinburgh drivers. Call any time — we answer 24 hours a day.
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