Belt & Hose Replacement in Akron, OH | Rad Air
Rad Air Complete Car Care and Tire Center storefront and parking lot at 1200 West Portage Trail in Akron, Ohio

Akron Belt & Hose Replacement

Serpentine & Timing Belts, Hoses & More in Merriman Valley

Rad Air Akron

1200 West Portage Trail, Akron, OH 44313

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Store Hours

Open 8:00 am until 5:30 pm today

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(330) 680-5718
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What we do

Belt & Hose Replacement in Akron

A snapped belt or burst hose can strand you — or wreck your engine. We inspect and replace worn belts and hoses before they fail, often during routine maintenance.

Serpentine Belt

A worn serpentine belt can leave you without power steering, A/C and charging. We replace it before it snaps.

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Timing Belt

A failed timing belt can destroy an engine. We replace timing belts on the manufacturer's schedule.

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Radiator & Coolant Hoses

Cracked or soft hoses cause coolant leaks and overheating. We replace them to protect your engine.

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Belt Tensioners & Pulleys

Squealing or rattling? We replace worn tensioners and pulleys that wear out belts.

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Heater & Vacuum Hoses

We inspect and replace heater and vacuum hoses that cause leaks and drivability issues.

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Belt & Hose Inspection

We check belts and hoses at every visit and show you what's wearing before it fails.

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What Akron drivers say

Rated 5 Stars by Your Neighbors

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4.7★★★★★from 545 Google reviews
KE Keith Esparza
★★★★★

They always do a great job on the repairs, offered at a great price, and they get the repairs done quickly… A personal thank you to the owner/manager Quenton for getting my car in when I needed the repairs done quickly.

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AL Anthony Labay
★★★★★

Rick (the manager) helped me right away… He communicated the entire time and answered any questions I had. I can't stress enough how great the service was. Rick and his crew are incredible and very nice and helpful.

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TW Tom Wolfe
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Very friendly and professional.

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BH Ben Hu
★★★★★

Good service, reasonable price (use the online coupon available on their website).

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VB Vince Bir
★★★★★

Their customer service is exceptional — honest, professional, and transparent throughout… I have complete confidence in their technical expertise. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a repair shop they can trust.

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DW Dora Wilson
★★★★★

Friendly people, quality work and quick service.

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NR Neal Ratta
★★★★★

I've been to Rad Air before and was happy with the service… an oil change place couldn't remove the bolts to get the skid plate off my vehicle. I took it to Rad Air and they didn't charge extra for that. I'll use them again.

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PH Priscilla Hanlon
★★★★★

As always, the guys at Rad Air have done quality, thorough work. I truly appreciate that they stand by their work too. It's the reason I keep coming back.

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MP Mary Prieto
★★★★★

Every time I've needed servicing, Quenton and his crew have been exceptional. I feel comfortable with what I was told I needed without worrying about being taken advantage of. Trustworthy business and crew.

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LS Lisa Swigert
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Excellent customer service and car repair.

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Find us

Visit Our Merriman Valley Shop

We're on the Portage Trail Extension in northwest Akron, with free on-site parking and loaner vehicles so you're never stranded.

  • Downtown Akron~10 min northwest via Merriman Rd / Portage Path.
  • Cuyahoga Falls~8 min via Portage Trail / Front St.
  • Stow & Tallmadge~15 min via SR‑8 / Graham Rd.
  • From I-77Exit toward Ghent/Smith Rd, east to West Portage Trail.

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RAD AIR · AKRON1200 W PORTAGE TRAIL

Who we serve

Belt & Hose Service Across Summit County

Searching for belt replacement near me in the Akron area? Rad Air is right in Merriman Valley, serving drivers across these Summit County communities:

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Akron Belt & Hose Replacement FAQs

Where can I get belts and hoses replaced near me in Akron?
If you're searching for belt or hose replacement near you, Rad Air is at 1200 West Portage Trail in Akron's Merriman Valley — serving Cuyahoga Falls, Tallmadge, Stow and all of Summit County. We inspect and replace worn belts and hoses before they fail.
How do I know if my serpentine belt is worn?
Look and listen for cracks or fraying on the belt, a squealing noise (especially at startup or when turning), or glazing. A worn belt should be replaced before it snaps and leaves you stranded.
When should a timing belt be replaced?
Most manufacturers recommend replacing the timing belt every 60,000 to 100,000 miles — check your owner's manual. Because a failed timing belt can destroy the engine, this is one to do on schedule.
What happens if a belt or hose fails?
A snapped serpentine belt kills your power steering, A/C and charging; a burst hose dumps coolant and overheats the engine — see our Akron radiator & cooling repair. Replacing them early prevents a roadside breakdown.
Can you check belts and hoses during an oil change?
Yes — we inspect belts and hoses as part of the free multi-point inspection at every oil change, so wear gets caught early.
How much does belt replacement cost?
It depends on the belt and your vehicle — a serpentine belt is far less involved than a timing belt. Rad Air Akron gives upfront pricing, plus financing for larger jobs.
Do you warranty belt and hose replacement?
Yes. Belt and hose replacement is backed by our 36-month/36,000-mile (whichever comes first) parts and labor warranty against faulty workmanship, parts or materials, and related parts like drive axles and water pumps carry our Fixed for Life limited lifetime warranty. See our full warranty for details.
Rad Air Fixed for Life Warranty Program — fix it once, and never again

Backed by the Fixed for Life Warranty

Every repair carries our 36-month/36,000-mile parts & labor guarantee, whichever comes first — and qualifying new parts are covered for as long as you own your vehicle. See what's covered →

Squealing belt or coolant leak?

Fix it before it strands you · Open Mon–Fri · 8:00–5:30 · Merriman Valley