Will Discount Tire Mount Tires Purchased Elsewhere? Answered

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Discount Tire will mount tires that you purchase at other tire retailers, as long as they do not show signs of excessive wear. Tire mounting can cost about $30 per tire, but if you purchase your tires from Discount Tire, the price for mounting drops to about $10 to $15 per tire. The service should take about one hour. For more about tire mounting services at Discount Tire, as well as a list of other places that offer this service, see below.

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Will Discount Tire Mount Tires Purchased Elsewhere?

Discount Tire (also known as America’s Tire, in some areas) will mount and balance tires regardless of where you purchased them.^[1] While Discount Tire usually offers competitive tire prices, you may be able to find a better price elsewhere. (If you do find a better price at another store, note that Discount Tire offers a low price guarantee.^[2])

No matter where you choose to buy your tires, you’ll need to have them mounted onto your car’s wheels. Tire mounting requires specialized tools that most people don’t have access to. Also, you’ll need to have your new tires balanced, which requires other specialized tools. Regardless of where you buy your tires, Discount Tire will typically mount them for you.

The only time Discount Tire won’t mount your tires is if they show signs of excessive wear or the treads are worn down to the point that the technicians don’t think they’d be safe to drive on. Most reputable shops will also refuse to mount tires that they deem unsafe.^[3]

Tire Mounting Cost

Tire mounting typically costs around $30 per tire (which is standard for the industry), but if you bought your tires from Discount Tire, the fee is much lower — usually $10 to $15 per tire. The company’s website explains that its tire installation costs include parts, labor, and Life of Tire Maintenance (for tires purchased at Discount Tire).^[4] If you did not purchase the tires from Discount Tire, the company will still do free tire inspections for the life of the tires.

Service Time

Discount Tire’s tire mounting service typically takes about one hour. If the shop is busy, it might take longer for the technicians to get to your vehicle, but you can schedule an appointment over the phone or online. Use the Discount Tire store locator to find a location, and then click “Schedule Appointment.”

Other Shops That Mount Tires Bought Elsewhere

If there is not a Discount Tire shop in your area, there are several other auto shops in the U.S. that offer tire mounting services. Many local shops will offer this service as well, but you may want to call ahead to verify. Other national auto shop chains with tire mounting include: