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Its always scary getting a flat tire fixed, how do you know that the guy has fixed it properly and that its not going to happen again?

Well here are some things that you can look for - I would suggest getting a flat tire fixed while you wait and if possible ask if you can watch. (from a safe distance of course). The process should go something like this..

The leak will be identified
The tire fitter will inflate the tire and either be able to obviously see the leak or they may need to place it in a tub of water to spot the bubbles, they will then mark the leak normally with white tire chalk.

Tire removed from Rim
The next step will be the tire will be deflated and removed from the wheel. If they try and fix it just by plugging it from the outside without removing the tire and inspecting it stop them right there and either ask them to check it properly or take it somewhere else. There is always a danger that the tire has been run on flat and may be damaged on the inside.

Tire Inspected for Damage
The tire should now be carefully inspected for any damage that might have been caused. This could be sidewall damage or any number of things - it needs to be examined carefully.

The puncture repaired.
The best method I know of for fixing a tire is using a mushroom like patch that has a patch on the inside and is pulled through so also protects the tread of the tire. (will stop moisture and air getting inside the tread and steel belts of the tire.). The technician will grind away a smooth area of the rubber inside the tire and apply a Glue. After leaving it for a couple of minutes the patch (preferably mushroom shaped) will be applied.

Tire re-inflated and Re Balanced.
After placing back on the rim/wheel assembly the tire will be re inflated and then it should be rebalanced before placing back on your vehicle. Sometimes the technician will say that it doesn't need to be rebalanced as they have placed it back in the same position however just say you would like it checked anyway just to be sure.

Once this has been done and the wheel placed back onto your vehicle you are ready to roll, make sure you check the pressure of your tires regularly and remember to get them looked at if they lose more than a pound or two a week.

Again if you have any questions feel free to ask and we will respond - you are asking someone that has over a decade of experience fixing tires so chances are we can help you out.