Vehicle oil level check in Exeter
Professional vehicle oil level check services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
10-15 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Engine oil level checked properly and topped up if needed. Quick check to protect your engine between services.
Don't Risk Engine Damage
Running low on oil is the fastest way to wreck your engine. Modern cars use oil between services - sometimes a lot of it. A quick check every few weeks catches problems before they cost you thousands.
💡 Pro tip: If your oil warning light comes on, stop immediately and check the level. That light means it's dangerously low - keep driving and you'll seize the engine.
What I'm Checking For
A proper oil check is more than just looking at a dipstick:
| ✅ Proper Check | ❌ Quick Glance |
|---|---|
| Engine cold or rested, accurate reading | Check straight after driving, wrong level |
| Look for leaks, oil condition | Just read dipstick |
| Check oil colour and consistency | Miss contamination signs |
| Top up with correct grade | Wrong oil or overfill |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check level | Proper dipstick reading, engine at rest |
| Inspect condition | Check oil colour, look for contamination |
| Top up if needed | Add correct grade oil to proper level |
📦 You're Left With
- Correct oil level
- Peace of mind
- Noted if any issues spotted
- Written record if you want one
Pricing Guide
| What's Needed | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Check only | 10 mins | £60 |
| Check + top up | 15 mins | £60 + oil |
£60 minimum. Oil charged at cost if needed (usually £5-15 depending on grade).
Perfect For Your Car If...
✅ Between services - catch low oil before damage
✅ High mileage - older engines use more oil
✅ Long journey planned - check before motorway trips
✅ Warning light on - verify the sensor's right
Why Choose Us for Vehicle oil level check in Exeter?
Catch low oil before engine damage
Proper dipstick reading technique
Right oil for your vehicle
Written record of level
What to Expect
Step 1: Let Engine Rest
If you've just driven, I'll let the engine sit for 5 minutes so oil drains back to the sump - gives an accurate reading.
Step 2: Check Level & Condition
Dipstick comes out, gets wiped, goes back in properly, then I'll read the actual level and check the oil condition.
Step 3: Top Up If Needed
If it's low, I'll add the right grade oil to bring it to the correct level. Not too much - overfilling causes problems too.
🔧 DIY Tips
Checking your own oil is easy once you know how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Clean cloth or paper towel
- Correct grade oil (if topping up)
- Funnel
- Your vehicle handbook
📐 How to check properly
- Park on level ground, engine off for 5+ minutes
- Pull out dipstick, wipe it clean
- Push dipstick fully back in, count to 3
- Pull out and read level - should be between min/max marks
- Check oil colour while you're there
📐 Topping up
- Remove oil filler cap (top of engine)
- Add small amounts (250ml at a time)
- Wait a minute, check level again
- Repeat until between min/max
- Don't overfill - too much oil causes problems
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Checking immediately after driving (inaccurate)
- Not pushing dipstick in fully before reading
- Overfilling (as bad as running low)
- Using wrong grade oil
- Ignoring oil condition warnings
💡 Pro trick: Take a photo of your dipstick reading each time you check. If oil level's dropping between checks, you've got evidence of how fast it's using oil - useful for mechanics diagnosing problems.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚗 Oil warning light on? Don't ignore it. Check the level immediately - if it's low, top up before driving further. If it's full, you might have a sensor issue but still get it checked.
Oil looks milky or gunky? That's coolant contamination - head gasket problem. Don't just top it up, get it properly diagnosed.
Using oil between services? Some engines just do - certain BMWs, Audis, and older cars are known for it. Keep oil in the car and check regularly. If it's using more than a litre per 1000 miles though, something's wrong.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why would I pay someone to check my oil?
Most people can check their own oil, but if you're not confident doing it, don't know where the dipstick is, or your back's not up to leaning over the engine bay, I'll do it for you. Plus I'll spot if something's wrong - like oil on the engine or a leak.
How often should I check my oil?
Every couple of weeks is ideal, or before any long journey. Modern cars use oil between services, especially if you do short trips or motorway miles. Better to catch it low than to seize your engine.
Will you top it up if it's low?
Yes - if you need oil adding, I'll use the right grade for your vehicle. If you're seriously low (like a litre or more), that suggests a problem and I'll mention it.
What if I've got an oil leak?
I'll spot obvious leaks while checking your oil. If there's oil on the engine or under the car, I'll point it out and give you an idea what might be wrong. Proper leak diagnosis needs more investigation though.
Do modern cars even need oil checking?
Yes! Even though newer cars have oil level sensors, they're not always accurate and some engines are known for using oil between services. Regular checks are still important, especially on older or high-mileage vehicles.
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