Same-Day Tire Installation — At Our Shop or At Your Location

You should rotate your tires every 5,000-7,500 miles or every 6 months, whichever comes first. AWD/4WD and high-performance vehicles often need it every 3,000-5,000 miles because they wear more evenly across all wheels. By vehicle type: - FWD: every 5,000-7,500 miles - RWD: every 5,000-7,500 miles - AWD/4WD: every 3,000-5,000 miles - High-performance: every 3,000-5,000 miles Other factors: city vs highway driving, driving style, Florida heat (faster wear), tire type and quality. Pro tip: Rotate with every oil change to extend tire life by 20-30%.

At Cape Coral Tire Shop, tire rotation costs $30. Typical local pricing: rotation only $20-$40, rotation + balancing $40-$75, and free with a new tire set purchase. What's included: rotate all 4 tires, visual inspection, air pressure to spec, lugs torqued to spec, 15-20 minute service time. Special offer: Buy 4 tires and get free rotations for 12 months.

Replace tires about every 6 years or 50,000-70,000 miles, but inspect sooner if you see warning signs. 7 warning signs: 1) Tread depth below 2/32" (penny test) 2) Wear bars visible 3) Sidewall cracks 4) Age over 6 years (check DOT) 5) Vibration while driving 6) Frequent flats or punctures 7) Uneven tread wear Expected lifespan: budget 40k-50k miles, mid-range 50k-70k, premium 70k-90k. Florida heat and rain make good tread critical; reduced tread means reduced wet grip. We offer free tire inspections with honest recommendations.

Flat repair costs $15-$50 at Cape Coral Tire Shop. Internal patch about $30, external plug $15, combination plug-patch $35; mobile service fee depends on location. A tire CAN be repaired if the puncture is in the tread, under 1/4 inch, not near the sidewall, tread is sufficient, and there's only one puncture. A tire CANNOT be repaired (replace it) if there is sidewall damage, multiple punctures, a hole over 1/4 inch, worn-out tread, or a previous repair in the same area. Process: we remove the tire, inspect inside and out, and use a proper plug-patch with vulcanizing cement for a lasting seal. Emergency: Call (239) 359-4920 for same-day or mobile service across Cape Coral and Lee County. Most repairs take 30-45 minutes. Avoid quick plug-only fixes or sealants that can damage TPMS sensors.

Installed sets range from about $250 to $1,600 depending on size and brand. Budget tires (installed): 15" $250-$320, 16" $280-$400, 17" $360-$480, 18" $440-$600. Mid-range: 15" $360-$520, 16" $440-$600, 17" $520-$720, 18" $640-$900. Premium: 15" $560-$800, 16" $640-$1,000, 17" $800-$1,200, 18" $1,000-$1,600. Included: 4 new tires, mounting and balancing, valve stems, old tire disposal, free rotations for one year, inspection with each rotation, 50k-mile defect warranty. Also available: quality used tires from $50 each, 0% APR financing for 3 months, price match guarantee. Brands from Michelin/Goodyear/BFGoodrich to Cooper/Hankook/Falken to Douglas/Westlake/Ironman - any tire or brand you need.

TPMS sensor replacement runs $60-$130 per sensor installed and programmed. Pricing: 1 sensor $60-$130, 2 sensors $110-$240, 4 sensors $220-$450, programming-only $50. Includes: OEM or quality aftermarket sensor, programming, valve stem, rebalancing, and TPMS reset. Signs you need replacement: TPMS light on, sensor not responding, dead battery (5-10 year life), damage during tire change, or error message. TPMS basics: sensors monitor pressure inside each tire and alert you when it's low (mandatory on US vehicles after 2007). Free TPMS scan to identify the failed sensor. Underinflated tires waste fuel, wear faster, and are unsafe.

Use the right pattern for your drivetrain and tire type. Patterns: - FWD: forward cross (front to rear same side; rear to front crossed) - RWD: rearward cross (rear to front same side; front to rear crossed) - AWD/4WD: X-pattern (all cross diagonally) - Directional tires: side-to-side only on same axle - Staggered setups: side-to-side only front and rear Tools for DIY: floor jack (2-3 ton), 4 jack stands, lug wrench/impact, torque wrench, wheel chocks. Steps: loosen lugs, lift and secure, swap using correct pattern, hand-tighten in star, lower, torque to spec (typically 80-100 lb-ft). Call a pro if you lack tools, have directional/staggered tires, want balancing, or prefer not to work under the vehicle. Safety: never get under a car supported only by a jack. Our professional rotation takes about 15 minutes for $30 with inspection and pressure set to spec.

Wheel alignment at Cape Coral Tire Shop costs $65 (front 2 wheels) or $130 (all 4 wheels). Typical local pricing: front $50-$75, four-wheel $75-$150. Included: computerized measurement of camber/caster/toe, adjustments, before/after report, suspension inspection, test drive, 5 month/5000 mile warranty. Signs you need alignment: pulling, off-center wheel, vibration, uneven or rapid wear, squealing in turns, after pothole/curb hits, after new tires or suspension work. Why it matters: extends tire life, improves fuel economy, handling, and braking. Special offer: free alignment with purchase of 4 new tires. Free visual inspection available. Bad alignment can ruin new tires in months; check yearly or every 12k miles and after major impacts.