Should You Do Your Oil Change at Home?
Doing your own oil change at home is a great way to learn more about your vehicle and keep it in great shape. However, you must do your research to make sure you have the supplies, tools, and expertise to do the service correctly, ensuring that you don’t end up damaging your vehicle in the process. It’s usually not a hard service to perform, but it can be messy, and it tends to be a bit more challenging when doing it in a driveway. Continue reading to find out if it’s a good idea to do your own oil changes at home or if you are better off visiting a service centre.
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You may also want to read about 5 Signs Your Engine Requires an Oil Change.
3 Reasons Why People Change Their Own at Home
Saving Money
Many people think doing an oil change at home will save them money, and it sounds like it would, right? But honestly, that’s not usually how it works out. Dealerships and shops get filters and oil in bulk, so their prices are a lot more competitive than you’d expect. When you buy all the stuff yourself, it’s not always cheaper. Sometimes it’s even more.
More Time Efficient
Some will compare the time it takes to do an oil change at home to how long it takes to set up an appointment and visit the mechanic for service. However, that doesn’t take into account the need to visit the store for oil and filter, and then, afterward, the need to visit a recycling centre to dispose of the used oil. In some cases, there is a charge for getting rid of the used oil, which adds to the total cost of doing an oil change.
Knowledge and Satisfaction
Although doing your oil change at home will likely cost you more time and money, there is an upside to knowing how to do your oil change. Everyone should have the experience and knowledge to do their own oil change, which can be useful in an emergency. However, for regular oil changes, taking it into a trusted shop will likely be the ideal choice for many drivers.
Book Your Oil Change Service at Auto Depot Sudbury
Be sure to do your research before working on your vehicle yourself, and take into consideration safety whenever you lift the vehicle off the ground. If you are unsure about doing your oil changes at home, we recommend booking an appointment with our trusted Service Department at Auto Depot Sudbury. We are the local place to visit for many drivers around Sudbury, Ontario, providing access to cost-effective and quick services, including maintenance and repairs, so be sure to contact us with any of your vehicle needs.