Find tyre repair services near me

Got a punctured tyre? You’ll need to get it repaired straight away, before it leads to further damage or compromises your safety.

Luckily, you’re in the right place!

Here, we’ll walk you through how to find a range of mechanics for a tyre repair near you – from who to hire for the job, to the benefits of booking a mobile mechanic.

Simple ways to hire a reliable mechanic for tyre repair near you

A mobile mechanic offering tyre repair services can repair your tyre at your home – meaning you won’t have to drive on your punctured tyre or even leave the house!

Here are three easy ways to find and hire mobile mechanics covering your local area.

1. Use the Checkatrade app

Why not keep things easy? Search, contact, and book a local tyre repair service via the Checkatrade app.

2. Use our request a quote form

Fill in our request a quote form and a selection of local mechanics will get in touch directly with their tyre repair estimates.

3. Search online for tyre repair near you

Enter your postcode in our search tool to see Checkatrade-approved mechanics offering tyre repairs in your area.

Tyre repair vs replacement: which service do I need?

Most small punctures can be easily repaired.

But there are some instances where a new tyre is called for. These include:

• The damaged area is larger than 6mm (according to British standard BSAU159)

• The sidewall of the tyre is damaged

• The general tyre tread is worn down

• The tyre has been excessively damaged by driving on it while flat

Similarly, other issues – like splits, cuts, cracking or worn tyres – will usually mean changing your tyre.

Don’t worry. Your mobile mechanic will be able to inspect your tyre and let you know whether a repair or replacement is the safer (or more cost-effective!) option.

What to look for in mechanics offering tyre repairs in your area

When you’re looking for someone to carry out work on your car, it’s important to hire a good mechanic who’s reliable and who you can trust.

After all, you rely on your car to get you safely from A to B. So, you’ll want to get it right.

Here are some key things to look for in tyre repair services near you.

• Experience and expertise - Why not check trades against the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)?

• Reputation and customer reviews - Check out online reviews and ask local friends or family if they would recommend a mechanic for tyre repair near you

• Insurance and warranties - Check that your mechanic has valid public liability insurance and ask if they offer any warranties

Additional factors to consider

• Pricing - It is helpful to get several estimates for tyre repair, so you can ensure you’re getting a fair and competitive price for the work

• Mobile services - Hiring a mobile mechanic can be more convenient (and safe!) as you won’t have to drive your car to a garage

You could even have your tyre repaired while you’re away on holiday!

What to expect from tyre repair services near you on Checkatrade

When hiring any trade, we know how important it is to find people committed to quality.

That’s why we only give our seal of approval to trades who pass up to 12 checks and commit to upholding The Checkatrade Standard to:

1. Deliver a high quality of workmanship

2. Maintain high standards of personal conduct

3. Work safely, ethically, and within their skill set

4. Communicate clearly and honestly

5. Agree costs and contract terms upfront

6. Encourage and welcome customer reviews

We also check all the reviews our tradespeople receive are from real people so you can be sure they’re the real deal.

We check the reviews on Checkatrade are from real people, and that trades meet our high standards.

Checkatrade guarantee

At Checkatrade, the tradespeople on our site are so committed to providing a quality service that we even offer a guarantee.

Find and book a trade through us and as a helping hand, we'll guarantee their work for up to £1,000*. *12 months guarantee – Eligibility and T&Cs apply.

Contact or pay a trade through Checkatrade and you’re covered by our 12-month guarantee of up to £1,000*

* Eligibility and T&Cs apply

How does hiring a local mobile mechanic for tyre repairs work?

Ready to get your car tyre sorted? Here’s what the process of hiring a mobile mechanic for tyre repair looks like.

1. Enter your postcode to browse tyre repair services operating in your area

Enter your postcode into search tool to browse reputable mobile mechanics offering tyre repair near your address.

2. Get in touch

Reach out to local mechanics you like the look of, and ask them for their tyre repair prices.

They’ll take down some details so that they can get a good picture of what the job might entail, before providing an estimate.

3. Compare prices

Once you receive estimates from the mobile mechanics you contacted, it’s time to compare.

Make sure you’re comparing like-for-like, and remember not just to go for the lowest price every time.

4. Choose your favourite mechanic

Pick out your preferred mechanic for your tyre repair, and let them know you’d like to go ahead with the work.

They might ask to take a deposit although usually, they’ll be happy to take the whole payment after the job is complete. Either way, they should never ask for the full payment upfront.

5. Book a date for your car tyre repair!

Finally, all that remains is to find a suitable date and book your tyre repair.

Your mobile mechanic should give you an estimate of how long they expect the work to take and will travel to your property to complete the job.

Your questions about tyre repairs answered

Can a tyre with a nail in it be repaired?

Yes, a car tyre with a nail in it can often be repaired – although this will depend on the location of the puncture.

Call out a mechanic as soon as you notice the puncture and avoid driving on it, which can make the problem worse.

Do Halfords do tyre repairs?

Yes, Halfords offers tyre repairs, but you’ll need to drop your car off at your selected Halfords store.

On the other hand, a mobile mechanic can come to your address, which will save you time and prevent you from having to drive on your punctured tyre.

Do Kwik Fit fix punctures?

Yes, Kwik Fit can fix punctures. However, they’ll need you to drop your car off at their location.

This is often less convenient (and less safe!) than hiring a mobile mechanic who can come to you so that you don’t have to drive with a punctured car tyre.

How much does a patch for a tyre cost?

The average cost of patching a car tyre is around £25-£45 per tyre.

Head over to our puncture repair cost guide to learn more.