How To Get A Flat Tire Properly Fixed

How To Get A Flat Tire Properly Repaired.

• NEVER PLUG a flat tire from the outside in.
  
• ALWAYS PATCH  a flat tire from the inside out - by having it professionally Dismounted, Inspected and PATCHED from the inside.

A flat tire can be repaired provided it is first disassembled from the wheel and thoroughly inspected. The tire MUST pass the inspection before it can be repaired. A tire can be repaired, IF....

• The tire was NOT driven on while low on air pressure
  
• The puncture is located in the tread section of the tire
  
• The puncture is not larger than 1/4 of an inch 
  

Once the tire has passed the inspection process, it can be repaired by installing a patch on the inside of the tire. It is important  to note that plugging a tire from the outside is NOT a safe or proper tire repair. Plugging a tire can lead to tire failure,

Need to get a flat fixed?

   
CALL US !

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301-627-4900

Marlboro Tire and Automotive
15204 A Marlboro Pike
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Store Hours:
Monday through Friday
8am until 5pm

How To Properly Repair A Flat Tire

A flat tire when handled properly can be placed back in service, providing miles of use. If you need any assistance dealing with a flat tire be sure to call us