Shopping around for the best deal on dependable, quality tires isn't as simple as comparing advertised prices. Don't waste time spinning your wheels searching for the right installer. Our roundup also takes into account how each shop rates for additional services, selection, scheduling convenience, and opportunities for extra savings.
If you want the cheapest tire installation, Walmart is the way to go, with the absolute lowest prices for the service — if you purchase your tires directly from the retailer. We found that warehouse clubs provide the best bang for the buck. Our quotes came from installation services in western Ohio, but online searches showed that base prices at other locations as far afield as California and New Jersey were usually comparable, give or take a dollar or two.
Still, there's no guarantee they'll be the same at your local store. Disposal fees, in particular, may vary, and you can expect state-specific environmental taxes. As suggested, more important than the base price for discount tire installation is what's included in the package and what carries an extra fee. We found wide variation among installers, and the a la carte items at some chains certainly add up. While some installers cover disposal of old tires, others charge extra.
Basic parts needed to get tires mounted, like rubber valve stems and tire pressure monitoring system service kits, can also carry additional fees, charged per tire.
Although these extra costs can seem small, taken together for four wheels, they can make a supposedly cheap tire installation much pricier than anticipated. Packages that include freebies like lifetime rotation and balancing, road hazard coverage, and roadside assistance can save on future maintenance bills and prove absolutely priceless in a pinch.
At Sam's Club, where shoppers get not only a four-year road hazard warranty but also three years of roadside assistance free of charge, the extras more than offset the price of the initial installation relative to competitors.
If you want the same shop to handle all your tire maintenance, it's good to find out in advance whether an installer also offers wheel alignment , which can extend the life of your tires while keeping you steering straight. Many of the chains on our list don't provide this service. Others, like NTB and Walmart, are full-service shops that not only offer wheel alignment but also can help with a host of other vehicle maintenance and repair needs — from oil and fluid changes to battery installation and brake and engine checks.
The range of tires available, the size of the inventory, and the convenience of scheduling an appointment also factored into our ranking. For example, it might be worth spending a tiny bit more at a vendor like Discount Tire, which is known for stocking many cheap tires and even has its own Road Hugger house brand. Costco customers get a lower price on installation but won't find any discount-brand tires — the club deals only in big names and features just three major brands.
Big-box king Walmart and the warehouse clubs all indicated that our tires would have to be ordered, and we'd typically have to wait from one to three days for them to come in.
Costco required the longest wait, with an estimate of five to 10 days for the tires to be special-ordered, then shipped and available for pickup. While most of these stores are happy to try to accommodate walk-ins for in-stock tires installed today, only a few allow customers to schedule appointments for same-day service. General operation hours can also make a difference if you need to plan your workday or other responsibilities around having your car serviced.
Our local Walmart Auto Care Center is open only between 12 p. We found that BJ's Wholesale Club and Costco were friendliest to the after-work crowd, with tire service centers operating until 8 p. It's worth noting, however, that BJ's locations are relatively scarce: Our closest BJ's was more than miles away, hardly "convenient," no matter the hours of operation.
These days, many car owners are also interested in limiting contact when having their cars serviced, and some shops now offer basic maintenance — and more — off-site. NTB and partner store Tire Kingdom, for example, have mobile tire installation services in limited markets. Pep Boys caters to particularly cautious customers by offering " Touchless Drop-Offs " that include disinfection of vehicle surfaces and sanitization of car keys.
Discount Tire is part of the Reinalt-Thomas Corp. The company is based in Scottsdale, Ariz. A surprising fun fact however, is that one disgruntled customer drew inspiration from the ad and actually threw a deflated tire at a storefront window of a Discount Tire store in Michigan! Shoppers can find cheap tires online that a local store might price match. It may sound surprising, but buying tires online simplifies the shopping process and will likely save you money.
When you purchase tires and wheels together, we offer mounting and balancing at no additional charge. Archives October Tire, so a strong second place. Many people asked if it is a misconception that Walmart tires are of lower quality than purchasing them elsewhere. All these concerns reveal some doubt that Walmart does not supply great quality tires. Walmart is big business, and it supplies a long list of tires from various producers, some are really high quality while others are not.
It all comes down to what model you want to purchase. This is since it is very important to install the tire properly, so it lasts longer for you and does not deteriorate too quickly. According to Walmart. Their promise is that if you find a lower cost from an online merchant on the same product, they will match that price. Therefore, the short answer to this concern is Yes. Nevertheless, there is a list of restrictions to where the cost match can be applied, including but not limited to:.
It is essential to keep in mind that this number applies to all-season tires, not the other kinds of tires. Tire installation is a fairly fast service. It normally takes about 45 minutes to get your tires set up. The mechanic needs to put your car in a particular area where they can elevate it and secure it, so it does not slip or move. Then they remove all bolts and lug nuts, turns the tire counter-clockwise to take it off, set up the brand-new tire, and put the bolts back, and fix them in place.
As soon as this is done, your car will be put back down on the floor for a test. When the tire is on a discount, it may not be possible to reduce the cost more unless you find it more affordable elsewhere.
For that reason, if you care more about how much you will pay than the quality of tires, it makes good sense to get quotes from other stores that Walmart. Tires are among the really important parts of any car as they directly touch the road and can impact your safety if not installed properly.
Tire installation is a necessary service for any car as tires wear in time from usage. Walmart offers a reasonably low tire installation price. You will find that NTB can rotate the tires on your vehicle with no problem whatsoever. This particular service includes removing the tires, checking the wear patterns, putting the tires back on where they will wear most evenly, and resetting any TPMS monitors as needed. You can count on the professionals at these businesses to provide you with quality tire rotation services.
By getting your tires rotated, you will also ensure that your vehicle continues to handle and drive well over time. If you want to save money and not have to buy new tires for a while, these rotation services are necessary. There are a number of different wheel alignment options that you will have to choose from when going to NTB stores, including the basic wheel alignment, which includes computer testing to make sure your tires are aligned just right.
There is also the wheel alignment 1 year policy, which includes wheel alignments every six months of whenever you need one. It also includes tire rotation every six months or 6, miles, and tire inspection and tire pressure check any time. The wheel alignment 3 year policy include all of that as well as maintenance inspection with your alignment and one-time transfer to another car if needed.
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