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Spark Plug Replacement in Kemah

Worn spark plugs cause misfires, rough idling and poor mileage. We replace them with the type your engine calls for and check the coils and boots while we're in there.

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  • Up to 36 month / 36,000 mile warranty
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How spark plug replacement works

Spark plug replacement means taking out the old plugs and installing new ones of the type and gap your engine is designed for. Spark plugs light the fuel in each cylinder thousands of times a minute. Over time the electrodes wear, the spark gets weaker, and the engine starts to misfire.

Signs your spark plugs are worn

  • Rough idle or a shaking engine.
  • Misfires, especially under load or when passing.
  • Slow acceleration.
  • Hard starts.
  • Worse gas mileage.
  • A flashing or steady check engine light.

How long spark plugs last

Standard copper plugs often last around 30,000 miles. Platinum and iridium plugs usually last much longer, often 60,000 to 120,000 miles. Your maintenance schedule lists the interval for your engine.

How we handle it

We check your schedule and the engine's condition, and if there's a misfire, we find out whether it's the plug, the coil or something else. On some engines, including some V6s, the rear plugs sit under the intake and take more time to reach. We'll tell you up front if yours is one of them. You get photos, videos and a clear estimate before any work. Nothing gets done until you approve it.

Recent work

Recent spark plug replacement work at our Kemah shop

Slow Engine Start and Shudder When Idling

Kemah · November 2026 · From our shop records

What the customer reported

The vehicle owner reported a slow start and said the vehicle shudders when idle.

What we found and did

The technician at our Kemah shop started with a diagnosis and a Vehicle Condition Assessment (VCA). The starter motor was then removed and replaced to address the slow start. The spark plugs and ignition coils were also removed and replaced to address the shudder at idle.

Need spark plug replacement? Bring it to our Kemah shop.

4.9 stars from 532 Google reviews

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Problems we fix

  • Rough idle

    The engine shakes or stumbles while you're stopped.

Reviews

What customers say about our spark plug replacement work

4.9 stars on Google from 532 reviews as of November 2026

“Went in to get my spark plugs replaced and got them replaced within a day for a good price! The shop was nice and had some friendly dogs hanging around. Free donuts were a nice touch and even cooler next to a floating lightbulb! Thanks!”
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Where we work

Spark Plug Replacement for drivers near Kemah

Texas Complete Auto Repair, Lube & Car Wash

Texas Complete Auto Repair, Lube & Car Wash

4.9(532) as of Nov 20264.9 out of 5, from 532 Google reviews, as of November 2026

916 FM 518 East

Mon to Fri, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Sat, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Sun, closed

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FAQ

Spark Plug Replacement questions, answered

Common questions about our spark plug replacement.

Should I replace the ignition coils too?

Not always. If a coil is failing, we'll show you. Many engines have a coil on top of each plug, and a bad coil causes the same misfire a bad plug does.

Can a bad spark plug damage anything else?

Yes. A misfire sends unburned fuel into the exhaust, which can overheat and damage the catalytic converter. It's worth fixing soon.

Do I have to replace all the plugs at once?

In almost every case, yes. They wear at the same rate, and replacing all of them keeps the engine running evenly.

Will you use the right plugs for my car?

Yes. We use the plug type and gap your engine's manufacturer specifies.

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