Services
Tire Repair in Rochester, PA
Puncture, bead leak and valve stem leak repair for cars, minivans, SUVs and light trucks. Done to industry standards, at a fair price.
Leaking Tire? We Can Fix It, and Fix It Right.
A slow leak doesn’t always mean you need a new tire. Most leaks come from one of three places: a puncture in the tread, the bead where the tire seals against the wheel, or the valve stem. We find where the air is escaping and repair it properly, so the fix lasts.
We follow Tire Industry Association (TIA) repair standards. If a tire can be safely repaired, we’ll repair it. If it can’t, we’ll tell you why.
Losing air? Driving on an underinflated tire can damage it from the inside, sometimes past the point of repair. Give us a call as soon as you notice a leak.
What We Repair
- Punctures from nails, screws and road debris
- Bead leaks where the tire meets the wheel
- Leaking or cracked valve stems
- Slow leaks you can’t find the cause of
Leaks We Fix
Every leak has a cause. Here’s how we handle the three most common ones.
Punctures
Nails, screws and other debris in the tread. Industry standards call for the tire to come off the wheel so it can be inspected and repaired from the inside, not just plugged from the outside.
Bead Leaks
The bead is where the tire seals against the wheel. Rust, corrosion or dirt on the wheel can let air slowly seep out there. We clean the sealing surface and reseal the tire.
Stem Leaks
Valve stems wear out over time. The rubber cracks or the stem loosens, and air escapes a little at a time. We replace the leaking stem so it seals tight again.
When a Tire Can’t Be Repaired
Under Tire Industry Association standards, some damage can’t be safely repaired. In these cases the tire needs to be replaced:
- A puncture in the sidewall or shoulder of the tire
- A puncture larger than 1/4 inch across
- Damage inside the tire from being driven while flat or badly underinflated
- A new puncture that overlaps an earlier repair
- Tread worn down to 2/32″
Need a replacement? We’ll show you the damage and help you pick the right tire. Shop tires →
Tire Repair FAQ
Can’t you just plug the tire?
A plug pushed in from the outside isn’t an approved repair under industry standards. It doesn’t let anyone check the inside of the tire for damage, and it may not seal for the long run. We repair punctures the right way so you can trust the tire.
Is a repaired tire safe to drive on?
Yes. A puncture that’s within repair limits and fixed to industry standards is safe for normal driving. If a tire isn’t safe to repair, we won’t repair it.
My tire keeps losing air, but I can’t find a nail. What’s wrong?
It could be a bead leak, a worn valve stem, or a puncture that’s hard to see. Bring it in and we’ll track down where the air is going.
Do I need an appointment?
Give us a call before you come in so we can have a time ready for you.
We’re open Monday – Friday 9 AM – 5 PM and Saturday 9 AM – 1 PM.
