Denver Tire Repair – Can My Tire Be Fixed?

It is important to check your tires regularly to determine if they are safe to drive on or need to be serviced or replaced. If you think your vehicle may need new tires, the steps below will help you decide. If you suffer a flat tire from a nail or puncture, then chances are good that the experts at Denver tire repair can help. The chances for repair are best when:

1. The damaged tire has not been driven on while it is flat.
2. The damage is on the tread part of the tire, not the sidewall.
3. The puncture is small, say less than 1/4 inch in diameter.

If you have any questions about whether your tire can be repaired, stop by and have one of the trained technicians at Denver Tire Repair take a look at it for you. Remember that worn tires are unsafe and they’re also against the law! The minimum legal tire tread depth is 2/32 inch.

In wet driving conditions, 4/32 inch or less tread depth means you have high risk of losing traction meaning your vehicle can slide or hydroplane on wet roads. That means putting the safety of you and your passengers at risk. Below are two reliable ways to check if your tires are worn.

1. The Penny Test
To test if the tread is worn out, place a penny into the most shallow tread groove with Lincoln’s head down. If the top of his head remains visible, then the tire should be replaced.

2. Look for wear bars.
Wear bars or the interior belt starts to show in the grooves across the tread of the tire. When this occurs you only have about 2/32-inch of tread remaining. If you can see the belts or wear bars, you need to replace the tire.

Remember to let the experts at Denver tire repair help you make the best decision about your tire safety.