Cold air in July. Warm air in January. That's the standard at Primary Care Auto Repair. Fast diagnostics, honest pricing, and 17 years of hands-on experience keeping Warwick drivers comfortable on every trip down Post Road, Route 2, or I-95.
Summer in Rhode Island gets hot and sticky. The drive home from Warwick Mall with busted AC in August is the kind of memory you don't need twice. Winter swings the other way — January mornings near T.F. Green Airport hit the teens, and a heater that blows cold makes every commute miserable. That's where we step in.
Primary Care Auto Repair has served Warwick, Cranston, East Greenwich, and the rest of Kent County for 17 years. Owner-led and locally run, our shop at 33 Locust Ave sits just off Post Road, close to Route 2 and the Route 117 corridor. Jeff Roy built this place around one idea: treat every customer's car like it belongs to your own family. That's why drivers in Apponaug, Conimicut, Hoxsie, Cowesett, and Oakland Beach keep coming back.
Whether you need a quick refrigerant recharge, a full compressor replacement, or a heater core diagnosis, our Warwick auto shop has the tools, training, and parts to fix it right the first time. Every vehicle gets a full video inspection sent straight to your phone, so you see exactly what we see before any work starts.
Same-day diagnostics available. Call now or book online.
Most AC and heater problems start small. Catching them early saves money and keeps you out of the repair shop during a heat wave or cold snap. Here's what Warwick drivers tell us first.
The number one call we get. Usually a low refrigerant charge or a small leak. Sometimes a failing compressor. We pinpoint it fast with UV dye and pressure testing.
If the fan feels gentle even on high, the blower motor or cabin air filter is often the cause. A clogged filter can choke both the AC and the heater.
Musty odors point to mold in the evaporator. A sweet syrupy smell often means a coolant leak from the heater core — something to fix before it damages your carpet.
Common in winter when the thermostat sticks open or coolant runs low. If the engine warms up but the cabin doesn't, book a heater core check.
Squealing or grinding when the AC kicks in usually means the clutch or compressor bearings are wearing out. Don't wait — it can lead to a locked compressor.
The defroster relies on both the AC and heater working together. If your windshield stays foggy on rainy Rhode Island mornings, the system needs attention.
From a quick recharge to a full system overhaul, our technicians handle every part of your vehicle's climate control. We service all makes and models, foreign and domestic.
Low refrigerant is the top reason for weak cooling. We evacuate the old charge, check for leaks, and refill to the exact factory spec for your vehicle — R-134a or R-1234yf.
When the compressor fails, the whole system stops. We install quality replacement compressors with new drier, expansion valve, and fresh refrigerant for a lasting fix.
A leaking heater core drips coolant inside your cabin and can fog your windshield. Our team handles heater core repair with care, since it often means pulling the dash.
If the fan only works on high, or not at all, the blower motor resistor is a common failure. Quick to diagnose, quick to fix — usually in the same visit.
Our UV dye and electronic sniffer tests find leaks in hoses, condensers, and O-rings that a visual inspection can miss. We fix the leak before recharging the system.
A dirty cabin filter chokes airflow and traps mold. We replace it with a quality filter and check the evaporator housing for buildup while we're in there.
The heater relies on hot coolant running through the core. A stuck thermostat or low coolant means no heat. We handle the full cooling system flush and thermostat replacement.
Modern cars use electronic climate control with sensors, actuators, and modules. We plug in the scan tool, read the codes, and fix the real issue — not just the symptom.
Need your sticker? We handle the RI Annual State Inspection on-site. Most inspections done same day — just book ahead.
We back our work with quality parts, skilled hands, and straight answers. Here's what you get every time you bring your vehicle to 33 Locust Ave.
See what we see. Every vehicle gets a full video walkthrough sent by text before any work begins.
Earn points on every service. Redeem them for discounts on future visits — just another way we say thanks.
Owner Jeff Roy brings 17 years of auto repair experience to every job. You talk directly to the team fixing your car.
European, Asian, and American vehicles. From BMW and Mercedes to Toyota, Honda, Ford, and Jeep.
Our shop in Warwick services the full range of vehicles driving Rhode Island roads. Whether you're in a German luxury sedan, a Japanese commuter, or an American pickup, we have the diagnostic equipment and training to handle your AC and heater system. Many of our customers come to us after being told their car is "too specialized" for other shops — we welcome that challenge.
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Quick answers to what we hear most often. Still have questions? Give us a call — we're happy to talk it through.
It depends on the problem. A refrigerant recharge can run under $200. A full compressor replacement can run several hundred more. We always start with a proper diagnosis and send you a written estimate before any work begins, so there are no surprises.
Most AC repairs are same-day service. A recharge or blower motor takes a couple of hours. A full compressor or heater core job may need the car overnight. We'll give you a clear timeline when you drop off.
The most common reasons are low engine coolant, a stuck thermostat, a clogged or leaking heater core, or a failed blend door actuator. Our techs can pinpoint the cause in one visit.
Yes. We handle European, Asian, and American vehicles. Our shop has the factory-level scan tools and training to service luxury and performance brands without the dealership markup.
Yes. We're a certified RI Annual State Inspection station. If your sticker is due while we have the car, just ask — we can usually knock it out in the same appointment.
We're at 33 Locust Ave in Warwick, just off Post Road and minutes from Warwick Mall, T.F. Green Airport, and Route 2. Easy access from I-95 and Route 117.
From Apponaug Village to the shores of Greenwich Bay, we keep local drivers on the road. Stop by or book online from anywhere in Kent County.
Whether the AC stopped cooling or the heater stopped warming, our Warwick team is ready to help. Most services completed same day. Conveniently located near Route 2, Post Road, and I-95.
