Contaminated Fuel Collection in Arundel
If you've just realised you've made a contaminated fuel collection in Arundel, stop — don't start the engine. One call to 0800 170 0644 and we'll be out to you across East Sussex, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Whether you're in the centre of Arundel or out towards Northend and Peacehaven, we'll come to you — and with the Brighton road network nearby, we're rarely far away.
Coverage at a glance — Arundel
| Service area | Arundel, East Sussex |
|---|---|
| Postcode | BN18 |
| County | West Sussex |
| Distance | About 22.1 miles from Brighton centre |
| Nearest routes | the Brighton road network |
| Typical response | 30–60 minutes |
| Time on site | 45–90 minutes |
| Price from | £89 |
| Availability | 24/7, 365 days a year |
| How to book | Call 0800 170 0644 |
Prices & response times reviewed August 2026.
Arundel lies about 22.1 miles from Brighton centre, in West Sussex. We reach it alongside neighbouring Amberley, Binsted, Burpham and Crossbush.
How a contaminated fuel collection works in Arundel
- Call 0800 170 0644 and describe the vehicle and what went in.
- We quote the full price up front and head to you in Arundel.
- We drain the wrong fuel and flush the system on-site.
- We add clean fuel, test-start, and you're on your way — usually within 45–90 minutes.
Typical prices
| Situation | From | Time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Car, engine not started | £89 | 45–90 minutes |
| Engine started / fuel circulated | £149 | 1–2 hours |
| Van or large tank | £169 | 1–2 hours |
| Driven / motorway / out-of-hours | Quoted on call | On-site assessment |
Every job is fully quoted by phone before we're dispatched — the price depends on your vehicle, tank size and whether the engine was run.
What we drain
- Petrol in a diesel engine (the most common — and most damaging — misfuel)
- Diesel in a petrol engine
- AdBlue accidentally put in the diesel tank
- Unleaded in a diesel
- Red or agricultural diesel in a road vehicle
- Contaminated fuel — water, dirt or mixed fuel
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in ArundelRed Diesel in a Road Vehicle
in ArundelContaminated Fuel Removal
in ArundelMobile Fuel Drain
in ArundelWrong Fuel Rescue
in Arundel
Wrong fuel in Arundel, whatever you drive
We drain cars, vans and commercials on-site. A few we help often:
Nearby areas we also cover
Immediately around Arundel: Northend, Peacehaven, Poling, Rickney.
Arundel is one of hundreds of towns we cover across South East England. Our vans work East Sussex and beyond, 24/7, 365 days a year.
Wrong-fuel guides
Contaminated Fuel Collection in Arundel — FAQs
Do you cover Arundel?
Yes — we cover Arundel and nearby Northend, Peacehaven, Poling, Rickney around Brighton, reaching you via the Brighton road network.
What should I do right now?
Don't start the engine. If you're on a forecourt, put the car in neutral and push it clear of the pump, then call 0800 170 0644.
How much will it cost?
Call-outs start from £89. We quote the full price on the phone before we set off, based on your vehicle and situation.
How quickly can you get to me?
Typically around 30–60 minutes, depending on where you are and traffic. We run 24/7, 365 days a year.
Will my car be OK afterwards?
In most cases where the engine wasn't run, yes — we drain and flush and you drive away. We'll tell you honestly if we think it needs a garage check.
Does my insurance cover this?
Misfuelling is often excluded from standard cover, though some policies and breakdown add-ons include it. Keep our paperwork in case you claim.