Tires in Petaluma
New tires, flat repair, rotation, balancing, and TPMS service. We'll find the right tire for your vehicle and budget.
Tires are the one part of your car that touches the road, and the right set matters more than the price on the sticker. We'll walk you through the actual tradeoffs -- tread life, wet traction, ride comfort -- rather than just upselling the priciest option. All tires are special ordered for your car, usually available within two business days, across the budget range so you're not choosing between safety and what you can afford.
Signs it's time to look at your tires
- Tread depth below 4/32" -- worth checking, not waiting on
- Uneven wear across the tread or from side to side
- A slow leak or the TPMS light coming on
- Vibration or wobble at highway speed
- Visible cracking, bulges, or sidewall damage
What we do
- New tire sales and installation, all makes and models
- Flat repair -- proper plug-and-patch, not a quick fix
- Rotation and balancing to even out wear
- TPMS diagnosis and sensor service
- Tread and alignment checks to explain why wear happened
Uneven tire wear is often a symptom of an alignment or suspension issue, not just the tires themselves -- we check for the underlying cause so you're not back here again in six months with the same problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need new tires?
Tread depth under 4/32" is the hard line, but also watch for cracking, bulges, or wear that's uneven from one side to the other. A penny test in the tread is a quick gut check between visits.
How much do new tires cost?
Depends heavily on your vehicle and what you're looking for -- there's a real range between a budget-friendly tire and one built for longer tread life or better wet traction. We order across that range -- tires come in for your specific car, usually within two business days -- and walk you through the actual tradeoffs rather than pushing the priciest option.
Can you patch a flat, or does it need a new tire?
Depends on where the damage is. A puncture in the tread is usually a proper plug-and-patch repair; damage near the sidewall generally isn't safely repairable and needs a replacement.
How often should tires be rotated?
Every 5,000-7,500 miles is the standard rule of thumb, though it depends on your vehicle and driving. Rotating on schedule is one of the cheapest ways to get full life out of a set.
Why do my tires wear unevenly?
Usually alignment or suspension, not the tires themselves. We check for the underlying cause rather than just replacing tires and sending you out to wear through the next set the same way.