Puncture Repairs

Yes, it will be raining. Yes, you'll be tired and anxious to get home. Yes, you'll be wearing smart clothes. Flat tyres never occur on sunny days, when you have time on your hands or when you're wearing gardening clothes.

From the moment we begin it takes approximately 15 minutes to repair your puncture. If you were able to remove the wheel yourself once you noticed the puncture we will gladly replace it to the original position.

It is not always necessary to replace a tyre when punctured. In some cases the tyre can be repaired. However Central Tyre Service advise that you get the tyre checked by one of our professional fitters. If you have any queries, please call 028 9023 8508 for advice.

What Can Be Repaired?

(In accordance with British Standards (BSAU 159))
Only certain areas of the tyre can be repaired. This is demonstrated below by Area’T’

What is Suitable for Repair?

Central Tyre Service would like to point out that certain checks are mandatory before repairing any tyre. (General Requirements of BSAU159f.) This ensures whether a tyre is suitable for repair.

Check the Following

Minimum Tread Depth Requirement. (Cars 1.6mm, Truck & Motorcycle 1.0mm)
Run-flat Damage
Contamination
Ageing/deterioration of the rubber
Bead/Liner Damage
Previous repairs not in accordance with BS159

If any of the above is evident it is recommended that tyre is not suitable for repair. Our fitters will be sure to show you exactly why the tyre is unrepairable if that is the case. These are only guidelines, and not an exhaustive list. Basic principles of common sense must be adhered to when deciding upon puncture repair. If in any doubt contact Central Tyre Service on 028 9023 8508 and we can arrange an inspection. All Tyres must be checked before repair. Safety First.