How Much It Costs To Install And Balance Tires?

Wear and tear is inevitable; at some point, you would need to change old tires and mount or install new ones. For better drive train performance, a smoother ride, and less tire wear, these new tires will also need to be balanced. Balancing is part of regular car maintenance. If you know how much it costs to mount and balance tires, you can set aside money to keep your car in good shape.

How much does it cost to install tires and balance them? How much it costs to mount and balance tires depends on many things, like the size of your tires, where you live, and which company does the job. For example, the price of tires for off-road vehicles will be in the mid-range because they have huge tires.

Let’s look at how much balancing and mounting services usually cost so you can create a reasonable budget. Additionally, I will discuss companies that provide some of the most reasonably priced services for various automobiles. Then, I will answer some frequently asked questions about mounting and balancing tires.

What is The Average Cost of Mounting and Balancing Tires?

The type of vehicle you drive is the most important factor in deciding the cost of mounting and balancing your tires. Since bigger vehicles have bigger tires, the price goes up as the size goes up.

As of this writing, mounting one tire will cost between $13 and $45, and mounting four tires will cost between $52-$180. For balancing, it would cost about $10 to $15 per tire or $40 to $60 for all four tires.

For balancing, it would cost $10 to $15 per tire or $40 to $60 for all four tires. F you want to install winter tires, the price will be slightly higher. Expect to pay $8 to $10 for each tire.

You can tell from the price range that some corporations charge less than others. In the same way, most companies offer packages that include balancing as part of the price of installation or mounting. Some even offer other services.

Credible Tire Mounting and Balancing Services

The following companies can mount and balance your tires at a cost-efficient price.

Walmart

The current package for mounting and balancing four tires costs between $48 and $60, or $12 to $15 for each tire if you bought the tires at Walmart. The price includes balancing and rotating the tires every 7,500 miles for life, as well as new valve stems, TPMS service, and lug re-torquing every 50 miles. Since getting rid of the tires is not included, you can expect to pay about $1.50 per tire or $6.

The road hazard warranty Is an add-on that you can choose to get. It costs $10 for a tire and $40 for all four tires bought at Walmart. It will pay for fixing flat tires and any other unexpected problems on the road. It will also pay to replace tires that can’t be fixed and have at most 25% tread wear.

Taking into account the fee, service, disposal, and warranty, the cost of mounting and balancing tires at Walmart would cost around  $90 to $106.

If you bought the tires from a different company, you would have to pay an extra $10 per tire or $40 for all four tires. So, for four tires, you can expect to pay between $88 and $100. You’d also have to pay the disposal fee if you leave the old tires with them.

So, how much would you pay for all four tires if you didn’t buy them at Walmart? Without a warranty, that would cost between $94 and $106.

Costco

Costco’s tire mounting service is only available to members and costs $18.99 per tire or almost $76 for four tires. This includes nitrogen inflation, rotation, lifetime balancing, air pressure checks, flat repairs, new valve stems, and tire disposal. You’ll also get a five-year warranty for road hazards. You would have to pay an extra $3 per tire for TPMS.

One issue with Costco is that they do not install UTV and ATV tires for street use. However,  you can buy Greenball tires and have them sent straight to your house. Also, there are only three car tire brands: BFGoodrich, Michelin, and Bridgestone.

Nevertheless, members will also get discounts at service centers through the Costco Auto Program.

Discount Tires

Discount Tire is an American company that sells tires and wheels. The price they gave you for the set of tires and wheels you bought from them already covers services. If you just bought the tires or have tires from other companies, you would pay between $21 and $33 per tire or $84 to $132 for all four. This price for installation includes mounting, rotation, lifetime balancing, flat repairs, new valve stems, air checks, and inspections.

The disposal fee is not included in the quote, just like it isn’t at Walmart. Discount Tire charges about $2.75 per tire or $11 for a set of four tires.

How is Discount Tire’s coverage for road hazards? The Certificate for Repair, Refund, or Replacement is what Discount Tire calls this, which is different from what other tire service companies call it. It costs about 15% or 16% of the tire costs. The warranty is valid for three years.

NTB

National Tire & Battery (NTB) is another option you might consider because they have stores in several states. However, their packages are not as good as Walmart and Discount tires.

The company charges about $17 per tire or $68 for four tires, which includes balancing and rotation for life. For the TPMS kit, you would have to pay $8 per wheel, and the disposal fee would be $3 per tire. Last, the hazard warranty costs 16% of the price of the tire. For all four tires, you should have at least $122.

The best thing about NTB is that you can take advantage of their many deals and coupons by going to their deals and savings page. They also offer many services for keeping your car in good shape, so you can save time and still get almost everything done.

BJs

The best value for your money is at BJs Tire Center, but they’re not at the top of the charts because they only mount tires you buy from them. Still, they have many tire brands to choose from, including Michelin, Bridgestone, and Goodyear.

Their warehouse club members would pay about $20 to install or mount one tire. This package includes a new valve stem, flat repairs, lifetime balancing and rotation, air checks, tire disposal, and a three-year warranty for road hazards.

You would have to pay about $5 per tire for the TPMS kit. So, for all four tires, you would spend about $60.

Cost of Balancing Tires

As part of maintenance, there are times when you might need to balance all your tires instead of replacing them. Most experts recommend having the tires balanced every 24 months or 5,000 to 7,500 miles.

So, even though the above companies offer lifelong balancing, you might not be able to use it right now if you had your tires put on by a different company.

Here are the average prices per tire you can expect to pay at the above companies:

Walmart: $10

Costco: $21.99

Discount Tire: $16

NTB: $12

BJs: $10

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Dispose of Old Tires Myself?

Yes! You can take your old tires to tire recycling centers without paying the tire disposal fee. If you like to make things yourself, you can also turn old tires into useful and pretty things.

Can I Replace One Tire Only?

Professionals don’t recommend replacing just one tire because different tread patterns can make the car less stable, especially when driving fast. This is especially true when driving off-road. You’ll also feel vibrations, hear noises, and notice other annoying things that cause inconvenience when driving.

You can, however, get two sets, like the two front tires or the two back tires, replaced. Still, it’s always best to replace all four tires at once.

Can I Mount and Balance My Own Tires?

Due to cost, it makes sense to try mounting and balancing your tires yourself.  But it might cost you more if you don’t have the right tools and equipment. You could damage the wheels and tires or not get the right balance, which could risk your safety and the car’s performance.

Conclusion

A new pair of tires typically costs roughly $100 to mount and balance, while larger vehicles like Jeeps and ATVs will cost close to $150. Yes, it’s expensive because you also have to buy tires, but it won’t cost as much as getting into an accident because your tires aren’t safe.

You can buy tires from any of the five companies on this list, so you don’t have to worry about where to mount or balance.  Pick a company that fits your needs and budget the best. Walmart is the best and most affordable choice if you need to replace or fix your ATV or UTV tire.