“A watch is like a car — you need to bring it to be serviced every two to three years,” says Caroline Faivet, president of Swatch Group U.S. It’s fairly standard for a watch to be under warranty for only two years. After that you’ll be charged an out-of-pocket fee that can go as high as a few hundred dollars. “The part of the watch that gets the most wear is the band, so typically this is the most frequently repaired part,” says Francie Abraham, chief marketing officer and senior vice president for Bulova. A replacement leather band costs anywhere from $10 to $100, while restoring a metal bracelet can run from $25 to $75. But never attempt to repair or clean a timepiece. Instead, bring it to a specialist.

So, how much will servicing a watch cost? Generally speaking, the more expensive the watch, the more expensive it is to fix — just like a luxury car.

For Watches Costing Less Than $100: The battery can be replaced at a repair center, a retailer, or a local jewelry shop for as little as $10 to $20. On average, expect a quartz battery to last two to seven years. If your watch needs costly repairs, it’s probably not worth fixing.

For Watches Costing $100 to $600: Battery replacement and other charges vary greatly, depending on where you go for service, the extent of the work necessary, and the brand. Expect to pay $20 to $125 to fix a cracked crystal and $20 to $50 to fix a broken crown or stem.

For Watches Costing More Than $1,000: Take the watch to an authorized retailer or directly to the manufacturer to be serviced. A top-to-bottom going-over will cost anywhere from $100 to $500.

For Vintage Watches: Older watches need more maintenance, and since parts can be hard to find, the repair can be costly — even with an inexpensive brand. “People have come to me with a Timex watch that was $15 back in the day, but it has sentimental value and it will cost around $80 to fix,” says Steven Kivel, the owner of Central Watch Band Stand, in New York City.