Rad Air Complete Car Care and Tire Center storefront and parking lot at 1200 West Portage Trail in Akron, Ohio

Akron Radiator & Cooling Repair

Cooling System, Radiator & Heater Repair 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

Complete Heating & Cooling Repair in Akron

Running hot or no heat? We diagnose and repair your entire cooling and heating system — radiators, water pumps, thermostats, coolant leaks and heater cores — before a small leak becomes a blown engine. New radiators, water pumps and heater cores carry our Fixed for Life lifetime warranty.

Cooling System Diagnosis

Overheating or losing coolant? We pressure-test the system to find the real cause before it damages your engine.

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Radiator Repair & Replacement

Leaking or clogged radiator? We repair or replace it to keep your engine at the right temperature.

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Coolant Leak Repair

We trace and fix coolant leaks at hoses, the water pump, radiator and gaskets to stop overheating.

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Water Pump & Thermostat

A failing water pump or stuck thermostat causes overheating. We replace them with quality parts.

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Coolant Flush

Old coolant turns acidic and corrodes your system. We flush and refill to protect against rust and overheating.

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Heater & Heater Core

No heat or foggy windows? We repair heater cores and controls so you stay warm all winter.

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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
★★★★★

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
★★★★★

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

Radiator & Cooling Repair Across Summit County

Searching for radiator repair 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 Radiator & Cooling Repair FAQs

Where can I get radiator repair near me in Akron?
If you're searching for radiator or cooling system repair 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 pressure-test and repair the whole system.
Why is my car overheating?
Common causes are low or leaking coolant, a failing water pump, a stuck thermostat, a clogged or leaking radiator, or a bad cooling fan. We pressure-test the system to find the exact cause.
Is it safe to drive an overheating car?
No. Driving while overheating can warp the cylinder head or blow a head gasket, turning a small repair into a major one. Pull over, let it cool, and have it towed in — see our Akron engine repair services if damage has already occurred.
How often should I flush my coolant?
Most vehicles need a coolant flush every 30,000 to 60,000 miles, or every 2 to 5 years. Old coolant turns acidic and corrodes the system — we check its condition as part of our fluid services.
Why do I have no heat in my car?
No heat usually points to low coolant, a clogged heater core, a stuck thermostat, or an airlock in the system. We diagnose and fix the cause so you have heat and clear windows again.
How much does radiator repair cost?
It depends on whether you need a hose, a flush, or a full radiator or water-pump replacement. Rad Air Akron gives an upfront estimate after diagnosis, plus financing for larger repairs.
Do you warranty cooling system repairs?
Yes. Cooling and heating repairs are backed by our 36-month/36,000-mile (whichever comes first) parts and labor warranty, and new water pumps, radiators, heater cores and blower motors are covered by 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 →

Overheating or no heat?

Stop a small leak from blowing your engine · Open Mon–Fri · 8:00–5:30 · Merriman Valley