Wheel balancing is one of the most overlooked parts of tyre maintenance - yet it's essential for a smooth, safe drive. The good news: a proper mobile tyre service can do it right on your driveway.
The short answer is yes. A well-equipped mobile tyre fitter carries the same wheel balancing equipment as a garage, so you get the full service without leaving home or work.
Wheel balancing is the process of evenly distributing the weight of a tyre-and-wheel assembly so it rotates smoothly at all speeds. Even a small imbalance - a few grams in the wrong place - can cause vibration, uneven tyre wear and extra strain on your suspension.
The wheel is spun on a balancing machine that pinpoints any heavy spots. The technician then attaches small counterweights to the rim to offset the imbalance, so the assembly spins true and vibration-free.
Absolutely. Reputable mobile services like Grangetown Tyres carry balancing equipment in the van and balance every wheel as part of fitting a new tyre - exactly as a garage would.
“Balancing is one of those jobs people try to skip to save a few quid, then wonder why their new tyres wear out early or the steering shakes on the motorway. We balance every wheel we fit as standard - with us it's never an optional extra.”
It's not something to ignore. Unbalanced wheels cause vibration, premature and uneven tyre wear, added stress on suspension and wheel bearings, and reduced handling and stability - all of which can compromise safety over time.
Whenever a new tyre is fitted, the wheel should be balanced. You don't need it at every check, but you should have it looked at if you notice vibration or uneven wear.
Yes. A properly equipped mobile tyre fitter carries wheel balancing equipment and can balance your wheels at your home, work or the roadside.
Yes. Every new tyre should be balanced when it's fitted. At Grangetown Tyres we balance every wheel we fit as standard.
It's possible but impractical - it needs a specialist balancing machine and experience to get right, which is why it's best left to a professional.
You can, but it causes vibration, uneven tyre wear and extra strain on suspension, so it's best sorted promptly.
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