Light Up your Life (Headlamp Replacement)

Headlamp replacement is amongst the few things that you shouldn’t delay in life – it can have horrible consequences if you do. Did you know that having a burned-out headlight can result in your rearview mirror reflecting some annoying red and blue flashes? That’s right! You are likely going to get pulled over by the police for only having one working headlight.

Dangers of not having a timely headlamp replacement

In most places, it is against the law to drive a vehicle with only one functioning headlamp. Often times, the fine you’ll have to pay will dwarf the cost of replacing your headlamp, making you wish you had done it earlier.

Not only is it illegal to drive with one headlamp burned out, but it’s also dangerous. You can’t see down the road nearly as well at night with only one headlamp. But driving slowly isn’t really going to help, since other drivers too will have trouble spotting you without your headlights.

Replacing your headlights is a relatively easy task

The good news is many newer vehicles warn you when one of your headlamps burns out. When that happens, have it taken care of as soon as you can. Headlamp replacement is actually not a difficult task, even though you best not try to do it yourself. The task would barely take a couple of hours. In some car models, the task would only take 15 minutes!

You have options!

Not all headlamps are created equal, as you will find out quickly when having your headlamp replacement. There was a time when all headlamps were pretty much the same, giving you severely limited options when having a headlamp replacement. However, the same isn’t true these days. There are halogen, Xenon, LED and other technologies used in modern vehicles.  Plus, there are sealed beams (like those on older vehicles) and capsules.

If you have a burned-out headlamp, you best ask your service advisor for recommendations.  Usually when one side goes, the other isn’t far behind. Many suggest replacing both headlamps at the same time.  Your vehicle’s owner’s manual can tell you what the manufacturer recommends.  You also can ask your service advisor about upgrading to a headlight that might give you better visibility.

What causes car headlights to burn out?

If your headlamps may have gone out for a number of reasons. While age is the most common cause, it isn’t always the case. Here are 3 possible reasons your headlamps have burned out:

1. Old age

A common cause for burned-out headlights is age. If you had both your headlamp replacements together, it is more than likely you will have to get two fresh ones.

2. temperature changes

The filament present in headlamp bulbs are sensitive, and temperature changes can cause the headlamp to go out before its time. This is not the case with LED lights, since they do not have a filament in the first place.

3. Damaged housing

This is especially true for halogen headlamps. Any damages to the glass housing will leave behind a crack with enough space for moisture to seep in. Moisture can be extremely harmful to halogen-based headlamps, causing them to burn out.

Why choose us for the job

In order to make sure you’re able to see down the road the way your vehicle was designed and good not blind oncoming drivers, it’s vital that new headlights be aimed properly.  That’s another reason to have your headlamp replacement performed by a technician.

If you are looking for a team of professionals that will get your headlamp replacement job done with skill and an extra bit of care, you need not look further than Tower Service Station. Contact us to have your headlamps replaced! Now, that’s a really bright idea.

Tower Service Station
616 Upper Wellington Street
Hamilton, ON L9A 3P9
905-574-6166
https://towerservicestation.com/