How does a mobile tyre puncture repair service work?
Punctures have a horrible knack for happening at the most inconvenient times. There's rarely a convenient time for a puncture to occur, whether it's on your way to work or before you get to the school gates. That's why we've created a mobile puncture repair service that tries to get you back to doing what you love as soon as possible.
We accomplish this by bringing the garage's expertise to you. That's correct. There's no need to reschedule your plans.
There's no need to wait. We'll install your new tyres wherever you are if there's enough room for us to work.
We even offer 2-hour window installation so you don't have to wait. Book our mobile car tyre puncture repair service today. The standard fee includes the cost of the puncture repair, our mobile service, a new valve (excluding TPMS and aluminium valves), and wheel balance.
Service for puncture repair or replacement
We understand that even with our helpful advice, determining if your puncture can be repaired without having one of our skilled experts examine it is difficult. We offer a puncture repair or replace service at Olympus Mobile Tyre Fitting to ensure that if your puncture cannot be repaired, we have a tyre on hand to replace right away and get you back on the road!
This is how it works:
- Place a replacement tyre order on our website.
- Make a note of your order number and call us to request a repair or replacement.
- Our advisor will make certain that our technician is aware of the need to bring puncture repair equipment to your appointment.
- If your puncture is repairable during the fitting, our specialist will fix it, and we'll return the tyre and reimburse you the price difference.
Is it possible to fix a punctured tyre?
While the majority of punctures may be quickly repaired, there are times when a new tyre is required. If the following conditions exist, we can fix a puncture:
- The puncture is located in the middle third of the tyre.
- The tread depth of the tyre is greater than the permitted minimum of 1.6mm.
- Around the puncture, there is no trace of a previous repair.
- The tyre has no damage to the sidewalls or shoulders.
- There is no evidence of run flat damage, which would compromise the tyre's structural integrity.
- The tyre rubber has not aged or deteriorated in any way.
If you believe your tyre has to be replaced, don't worry. Simply reach out to us to order your new set of tyres, and one of our specialists will install them at a time and location that is convenient for you.
Tyre puncture repair law
Tyre repair is a complicated procedure. As a result, the British Standards Institution has established a set of strict criteria that all tyre technicians must follow. BSAU158 is one of these rules, and it specifies how vehicle repairs should be done. You may rest assured that all of the technicians at Olympus Mobile Tyre Fitting are highly qualified and follow the BSI's guidelines. Whether our professionals are utilising a balancing machine, or a compressor to inflate your tyres, every measure will be taken to protect the safety of your vehicle.
Tyre sealants: How do they work?
Instead of a spare wheel, several car manufacturers now include a sealant and tyre-inflator kit. Through the valve, the sealant and compressed air are injected, forming a protective layer inside the tyre. The effectiveness of the sealant is determined by the source of the puncture and the distance and speed at which the flat tyre was driven. Pre-puncture and post-puncture tyre sealants are the two varieties available.
What is a pre-puncture sealant, and how does it work?
As a precautionary measure, this sealant is injected through the valve of the tyre. A pre-puncture sealant's goal is to prevent air loss so you may continue driving without interruption. The only disadvantage is that it's tough to tell whether or not there's been a puncture. As a result, we recommend that you inspect your tyres each time you drive. A white latex-based material should be visible on the exterior of the tyre if the sealant has been activated. You should contact our team at this stage to check if a replacement is required.
What is the purpose of a post-puncture sealant?
This sealant is applied after a puncture. It is injected through the valve, and then the tyre is re-inflated with the use of a compressor or a gas cylinder. While a can of puncture repair liquid can help establish a protective barrier inside the tyre, it's critical to apply it as soon as possible. Driving on a tyre with a gradual puncture or one that is completely deflated may weaken the structure and cause irreversible damage. Sealants should only be used in an emergency since a tyre must be removed from the wheel and checked for internal damage before it can be completely fixed.
Run flat puncture repair
Although a puncture on a run flat tyre can theoretically be repaired, we have opted not to include this service in our mobile tyre puncture repair service. The rationale is simple: it's impossible to know how much damage a tyre and wheel have sustained. Not repairing is the only way we can guarantee a driver’s safety. The term "run flat" refers to a tyre's ability to resist deflation following a puncture, providing the driver adequate time and mileage to return home. It's even more useful because not all modern automobiles come equipped with a spare tyre. After a puncture, all run flat tyres come with recommendations for how many kilometres or at what speed you can drive on them.
If you go over these limits, your tyre will be permanently damaged. Unfortunately, because there is no way of knowing how long or how quickly a vehicle has been driven after the puncture, we won't be able to tell if your tyre's strength and composition have been compromised. Repairing a broken tyre is a sure-fire way to reduce driving safety, which we strongly discourage. Our top aim is to keep you secure. As a result, we always recommend buying a new run flat tyre rather than patching one. Simply reach out to us and know about our collection of run flat tyres.
