We just got our Skoda regassed at kwik fit for £60, took an hour, seemed fine.
How much are the kits? Can't be a nice job, aren't the chemicals horrible?
No. Not a DIY job as the gases are not environmentally.
The AC system needs to be tested to see if it holds preasure/vacuum. The AC system also contains a special oil is added to the system for the pump lubrication.
The AC in our 2017 Ateca is not as cold as it used to be.
Regassing...DIY job for a reasonably practical person?