Florida's #1 Battery Killer: The Heat
Nothing ruins your morning faster than turning the key and hearing silence. If you live in South Florida, battery problems aren't a matter of if — they're a matter of when. Florida's extreme heat is the number one killer of car batteries nationwide, reducing average battery life from 4–5 years in cooler climates to just 2–3 years in South Florida.
Temperatures above 90°F cause battery fluid to evaporate, warping and damaging the internal plates. The damage is cumulative — your battery may seem fine until one morning it simply can't deliver enough power to start your engine. Our mobile battery service in Fort Lauderdale and Tampa gets you back on the road fast, right where you're parked.
Battery Services We Provide
- Battery testing and load analysis — we test cranking amps, reserve capacity, and internal resistance to determine if your battery is truly failing or if another component is the culprit
- Battery replacement — all makes and models, with batteries rated for Florida's extreme heat
- Jump start service — get you running immediately if you're stranded
- Battery terminal cleaning — remove corrosion, apply anti-corrosion treatment
- Alternator output testing — verify your charging system is working properly (a bad alternator will kill a new battery)
- Parasitic draw testing — find hidden electrical drains that are slowly killing your battery overnight
- Battery cable and connector repair — corroded or damaged cables replaced
Signs Your Battery Is Dying
Watch for these warning signs — catching a failing battery early prevents getting stranded:
- Slow engine crank — the engine turns over sluggishly instead of firing up immediately
- Dim headlights — especially noticeable at idle or when using accessories
- Clicking sound when turning the key — the starter doesn't have enough power to engage
- Needing frequent jump starts — if you've needed a jump more than once, the battery is failing
- Battery is 2+ years old in Florida — you're on borrowed time
- Swollen or bloated battery case — heat has physically damaged the battery
- Heavy corrosion on terminals — white or blue-green buildup around the posts
- Electrical accessories acting up — windows moving slowly, radio resetting, clock losing time
- Battery warning light on your dashboard
What Battery Replacement Involves
1. Proper testing first: We always test before replacing. If your battery is fine but your alternator is failing, a new battery won't fix the problem — we'll find the real issue.
2. Correct battery selection: We match the right battery to your vehicle's specifications — correct group size, cold cranking amps (CCA), reserve capacity, and terminal configuration. We stock batteries rated for hot climates.
3. Professional installation: We disconnect the old battery (negative first, always), clean and inspect the terminals and cable ends, install the new battery, apply anti-corrosion treatment, and verify a solid connection.
4. System verification: After installation, we check the charging system output to make sure your alternator is properly charging the new battery. We also reset any computer modules that may have lost their learned settings.
5. Proper disposal: We take the old battery with us for proper recycling — you don't have to deal with it.
Why Mobile Battery Service Is the Smart Choice
- You're stuck — we're not: A dead battery means your car doesn't move. We come to wherever it is.
- No tow truck needed: Save $75–$150 in towing fees
- Fast turnaround: Most battery replacements take 30–45 minutes
- Proper diagnosis: We test to make sure the battery is actually the problem before replacing it
- Quality batteries: We use name-brand batteries with manufacturer warranty, not bargain brands that won't survive a Florida summer
Battery Replacement Pricing
- Battery testing/diagnosis: $0–$50 (free with replacement)
- Standard battery replacement: $150–$250 (battery + labor)
- Premium/AGM battery replacement: $200–$350
- European vehicle battery: $250–$450 (BMW, Mercedes, Audi often require registration)
- Jump start service: $50–$75
All batteries come with manufacturer warranty plus our 12-month / 12,000-mile service warranty. We quote exact pricing before arriving.
Service Areas
Fort Lauderdale area: Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, Plantation, Sunrise, Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, Davie, Weston, Pembroke Pines, Oakland Park, Boca Raton
Tampa area: Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, Riverview, Wesley Chapel, Temple Terrace, Carrollwood, Lutz, Plant City, Lakeland