Yorkville Battery Inc.
Labor Fee Structure

Base Shop Labor Rate: $75 per hour.

Specialized In-Shop Fees With Battery Purchase:

  • Wheel Removal Fee:
    • $50 (minimum, applies when battery access requires wheel removal).

  • Difficult Access Fee:
    • If the battery location requires extensive disassembly of other parts, or is
      otherwise hard to reach. ½ hour and under $25. Up to one hour $50. Over an
      hour base labor rate applies.

  • Complex Wiring/Installation Fee:
    • This applies when the install requires custom wiring, or is difficult to install
      because of the location of the battery, or the amount of wiring needed. Base
      labor rate applies.

  • BMS Reset Fee:
    • Basic BMS Reset (Software/Simple Configuration): $20.
    • Advanced BMS Reset/Troubleshooting (Diagnostics/Complex Configuration):
      $50 and up.

  • High-Voltage Battery System Fee:
    • Minimum $20 (applied to battery systems over 24 volts, including but not
      limited to Golf Carts, Scissor Lifts, Pallet Jacks, etc.).


Commercial Service Call Fee (On-Site):
For Generator, UPS, Switchgear, Emergency Lighting, and related systems. $195 (includes the
first hour of labor/travel; $100 per hour thereafter).

Service Documentation:
Upon completion of all services, we provide detailed documentation outlining the work performed, including:
  • Diagnostic findings (where applicable).
  • BMS reset and configuration details.
  • Wiring diagrams (if modified).
  • Parts replaced (if applicable).
  • Labor hours.
  • Any relevant observations or recommendations.

Important Updates to Our Battery Installation Process

CARFAX Reporting Now Included

Effective June 1, 2025, we will now update your vehicle's CARFAX report with each battery replacement service. This ensures your maintenance history stays complete and transparent for future resale or service needs.

Labor Time Accuracy with ALLDATA
We now use ALLDATA, a trusted industry standard, to determine labor times. Please note: if your vehicle has increased published labor times, additional labor charges may apply. We will always inform you in advance if this affects your service.

Why a BMS Reset Matters After Battery Replacement

Modern vehicles are equipped with a Battery Management System (BMS) that plays a critical role in battery health and system performance. A BMS reset is often required after a battery replacement to ensure proper operation.
Benefits of a BMS Reset:

  • Proper Charging: Resetting the BMS allows the vehicle to correctly recognize the new battery’s capacity and charge it efficiently, avoiding issues like overcharging or undercharging.
  • Maximized Battery Life: Without a reset, the system may continue to operate based on the old battery’s data, reducing the new battery’s lifespan.
  • Warranty Protection: Many manufacturers require a BMS reset for warranty coverage. Skipping this step can risk voiding your warranty.

    • At Yorkville Battery, we perform a BMS reset whenever it is required by your vehicle's manufacturer to ensure your battery functions optimally and maintains warranty eligibility.

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