Best Tire Service Near Me: What to Look for When Choosing a Provider

With more than 30,000 auto mechanics and tire shops now operating in Canada, according to a 2019 report by the University of British Columbia, searching for quality tire services can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack.

But it’s really quite easy to separate the contenders from the pretenders, as long as you know what you’re looking for. And that’s what today’s post is all about.

Read on to learn what to look for when evaluating tire service providers in your area, or contact your local TIRECRAFT to schedule a free consultation straight away.

How to find the best tire service near me: Signs of success

If you haven’t worked with a tire service provider before, it’s a good idea to get a little quality assurance before you hand over your hard-earned money. Speaking to the technician may help put your mind at ease, but if you don’t see the following signs of success, don’t waste your time!

As per Ontario’s Consumer Protection Act, all tire service providers in good standing must have:

• Clear shop signage detailing the company’s estimate policy, part return policy, method for calculating rates, and commission policy
• CPA-compliant warranties, guaranteeing all parts and labour for at least 90 days or 5,000km from the date of the service
• Fair prices and accurate estimates, with all products sold at or around industry standard and service costs never exceeding 10% of the quoted amount

Additionally, quality tire service providers will have:

• Plenty of positive reviews and references from drivers in your area on third-party reviews platforms (e.g. Google My Business)
• Plenty of name-brand tire products, as many tire manufacturers have stringent retailer standards you can use as a third-party stamp of approval (e.g. Goodyear’s Supplier Code of Conduct requires all retailers to uphold “ethical standards and business practices”)
• A clean track record on Ontario’s Consumer Beware List, a searchable public record maintained by the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery

TIRECRAFT is proud to maintain a perfect record on the Consumer Beware List.

Simplify your search: Work with a TIRECRAFT tire service provider

With more than 300+ TIRECRAFT locations around the country, finding qualified tire service in your area is easier than ever.

Not only do we meet and exceed all the aforementioned shop criteria, with thousands of glowing reviews, a clean track record on the Consumer Beware List, hundreds of brand-name tire products, and four-times the warranty coverage required by the Consumer Protection Act; we also give our customers extra perks and savings  opportunities in the form of:

• Fair prices made even better with tire service discounts, official rebates, and FREE rotations/repairs through the Advantage Plus Program
• Loyalty rewards on all tire products and services
• Tire service bundling (e.g. combine your tire rotations, changeovers, and storage fees into one visit for one great price)

To learn more and get a free quote on any tire set or service, get in touch with your local TIRECRAFT today for a free consultation.

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