Slow cranking
The engine turns over sluggishly before it starts, especially first thing in the morning.
Battery testing and replacement that comes to you.
If your car is slow to start or won't start at all, we come to you, test the battery and the charging system, and replace the battery if that's what it needs.
Questions? Call or text (518) 888-7497 · Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm
- Battery and charging-system test
- New battery matched to your vehicle
- No tow needed and no travel fee
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We'll call, text or email you with a quote or to set up a diagnostic visit. A confirmation is on its way to your email.
We reply Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Want to send photos? Call or text (518) 888-7497.
What's included
What our battery service covers
A dead battery isn't always a bad battery. A failing alternator or a drain somewhere in the vehicle can flatten a good one, and a new battery won't fix that. That's why we test before we replace anything.
If the battery is the problem, we install a new one that matches your vehicle's size and power requirements.
- Battery tested to see how much life it has left
- Charging system checked, so a new battery isn't drained by a bad alternator
- Terminals and cables checked for corrosion and loose connections
- New battery installed if yours has failed
- Parts and labor listed separately on your quote
When to book
Signs your battery is on its way out
Clicking and no start
A rapid click when you turn the key usually means there isn't enough power to turn the starter.
Trouble in the cold
Cold weather reduces a battery's power. A weak one that got by all summer often fails on the first cold morning.
Dim lights or electrical glitches
Headlights that dim at idle, or electronics that reset, can point to the battery or the charging system.
The battery light is on
This usually means a charging problem, not just a tired battery. Have it tested soon.
It's more than a few years old
Most car batteries last around three to five years. If yours is in that range, a test tells you where it stands.
How it works
Three steps. No drop-off, no waiting room.
Tell us what's going on
Your vehicle, the problem and where it's parked. Book online, call or text. You can text us photos of warning lights, too.
Get a clear quote
If we can price it accurately, you get an upfront quote. If it needs a look first, we book a diagnostic visit instead of guessing.
We come to you
We show up at the scheduled time and do the work right where your vehicle is parked, at home or at work, so you can get on with your day.
Pricing
Clear pricing. No surprises.
Every vehicle is different, so we quote each job for yours instead of posting flat prices. You'll know what you're paying, and when, before we pick up a wrench.
What you can count on
- An upfront quote for your exact vehicle before any work starts
- Parts and labor listed separately on every quote
- No travel fees and no convenience fees
- Nothing extra replaced without your OK
- A 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty on our workmanship
When you pay
- Routine maintenance
- After the work is done.
- Diagnostic visits
- At the visit. The fee can be credited toward the repair you approve.
- Larger repairs
- A parts deposit before we order, with the balance due when the job's complete.
Reviews
What customers say.
★★★★★
Excellent service and experience! Upshift provided a very efficient and professional experience. They showed up on time, performed outstanding work, and best of all, saved me hours of sitting in a waiting area. I never had to leave home!
★★★★★
Brilliant! Being able to have car service performed at MY convenient location is just wonderful! I imagine that many of us have had to drop our cars off, figure out rides or sit for HOURS waiting for our car service to be done (I have...). Not so with UPSHIFT! They'll come to my house, or my office, or... wherever is convenient, and do the work while I continue doing what I need to or want to do. No more hours wasted sitting in a waiting room. No more trying to figure out how to get a ride...
★★★★★
Great service and smooth arrangements, payments, messaging for reminders and other contacts, and excellent web presence. I'll definitely call on them again for further remote maintenance.
★★★★★
Super easy and convenient to book. It’s so nice to not have to sit in a mechanic shop and to get car maintenance done from the comfort of my own home!
Battery replacement: common questions
Still unsure? Call or text (518) 888-7497 and a real person will answer.
My car won't start. Can you come to me?
Yes, that's what mobile service is for. Request service above, or call or text (518) 888-7497, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Tell us where the vehicle is and what happens when you turn the key.
How do I know if it's the battery or the alternator?
You often can't tell from the driver's seat, because both leave you with a car that won't start. We test the battery and the charging system, so you replace the right part.
How much does a new battery cost?
It depends on the size and type of battery your vehicle takes. Send us your year, make and model and we'll give you an upfront quote. There's no travel fee.
How long does a car battery last?
Around three to five years for most vehicles. Very hot or very cold weather and lots of short trips can shorten that.