What is Flat Tyre Change Service?
Flat tyre change service provides professional assistance when your vehicle experiences a punctured, damaged, or completely flat tire. This mobile service involves safely removing the damaged tire and replacing it with your spare tire or a temporary solution to get you back on the road.
Professional tire change services ensure safe procedures are followed, proper equipment is used, and the job is completed efficiently, often in challenging roadside conditions.
Common Tire Problems
- Punctures from nails or debris
- Sidewall damage from curbs
- Blowouts from over-inflation
- Valve stem failures
- Age-related tire degradation
Professional Equipment
- Heavy-duty hydraulic jacks
- Professional lug wrenches
- Torque wrenches for proper tightening
- Portable air compressors
Professional Tire Change Process
Professional technicians follow systematic procedures to ensure safe tire replacement:
- Safety setup - positioning warning triangles and ensuring safe work area
- Vehicle stabilization - using proper jacking points and wheel chocks
- Lug nut removal - using correct torque and sequence
- Tire replacement - installing spare tire with proper alignment
- Proper tightening - ensuring correct torque specifications
- Final inspection - checking tire pressure and security
Types of Spare Tires
Professional services can work with various spare tire types:
- Full-size spare - identical to regular tires, no driving restrictions
- Compact spare (donut) - temporary solution with speed and distance limits
- Run-flat tires - designed to operate temporarily when punctured
- Tire repair kits - sealant and inflation systems for minor punctures
Safety Considerations
Changing a tire on busy roads presents significant safety risks. Professional services have proper safety equipment, training, and experience to perform tire changes safely in various conditions including highways, urban streets, and adverse weather.
Professional technicians understand proper jack placement, vehicle stability, and traffic safety protocols to minimize risks during roadside tire changes.
When Professional Service is Essential
Certain situations require professional tire change assistance:
- Heavy vehicles - trucks, SUVs, and commercial vehicles
- High-traffic locations - highways and busy streets
- Adverse weather - rain, snow, or extreme temperatures
- Physical limitations - when you cannot safely perform the change
- Equipment failure - damaged or missing spare tire tools
References & Safety Standards
Tire change services follow established safety protocols and standards:
- RACV Roadside Assistance - emergency tire services
- VicRoads Road Safety - roadside safety guidelines
- Victoria Police Road Safety - emergency roadside procedures
- Transport Accident Commission - roadside safety information
Related Services
Flat tyre change is part of comprehensive roadside assistance services:
- Roadside assistance - complete emergency vehicle services
- Jump start service - dead battery assistance
- Car lockout service - vehicle access solutions
- Fuel delivery - emergency fuel services