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Wheel balancing is the process of evenly distributing weight around the wheels of your car. When the wheel rotates the full circumference of the tyre, it should stay in contact with the road and wear evenly.
If the weight is unevenly distributed, your tyre is more likely to wear faster.
As well-balanced wheels are important for every driver, it’s vital to identify early warning signs of imbalanced wheels.
When Should I Book Wheel Balancing?
Your vehicle’s wheels may need to be balanced if you notice any of the following warning signs:
Vibrations in the steering wheel
Uneven tyre tread wear
Steering issues
Bad shock absorbers
Bad wheel bearings
Poor fuel economy
How Can I Avoid Unbalancing My Wheels in the Future?
While there is little chance of your wheels always staying perfectly balanced, preventative maintenance goes a long way. Re-balancing wheels whenever you change your car’s tyres (usually included in the fitting cost) ensures they’ll last as long as possible.
Similarly, if you notice any metal clips missing from your wheels (these are the weights that keep them balanced), especially after hitting the curb or a pothole at speed or going through a car wash, it’s worth getting your car checked out to avoid any balance issues.
And then doing your best to avoid potholes and other heavy impacts to the wheels will also go a long way towards keeping them in good condition and helps to avoid unbalancing them (although avoiding potholes is often easier said than done…)
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Learn More About Wheel Balancing
Why is My Steering Wheel Shaking?
A shaking steering wheel is a worrying experience usually caused by an issue with your car’s tyres or suspension system. Diagnose your issue and find the right repair to book with this guide.
Why are My Tyres Wearing Unevenly?
Anything from improper wheel alignment to worn suspension can affect tyre wear – and a lack of tread can make your car unsafe to drive. Learn what you need to do to keep your vehicle moving smoothly in this guide.
What is Wheel Balancing? (And Why is It Important?)
Wheel balancing is an essential aspect of car maintenance which is worth investing in to ensure a smoother ride, improve the lifespan of your tyres and even increase fuel efficiency. If you don’t know much about wheel balancing, this is the guide for you.
Frequently asked questions
Providing this explanation helps the garage understand the work your vehicle requires and allows them to provide an accurate quote before you turn up for the appointment, so there are no nasty surprises on the day.
In the meantime, you can still compare labour rates from local garages to find the best one to complete your required repair and then inform them exactly what you’re looking for, at which point they will contact you to finalise the price.
We show labour rates when you’re searching for a general repair because the majority of any quote pays for the technician’s time, whereas parts can be quite cheap in comparison but prices also greatly vary depending on the repair your vehicle needs.
This means that labour rates can be a good indicator of quality. If a garage is charging considerably more for their time than the competition, but have a large number of very positive reviews, it’s likely that you’ll be paying that bit extra for a higher-quality experience.
This may vary by garage and vehicle type, so we recommend asking the technician how long they expect the job to take when you arrive to help you plan your day better.
Technicians use state-of-the-art balancing machines to spin the wheels and detect any imbalances. These are then corrected with small weights, placed precisely to ensure correct handling and smooth tyre rotation.
Given that wheel balancing is usually a cost-effective piece of maintenance, we strongly recommend booking an appointment at a local garage rather than trying to fix the problem yourself.
While both focus on improving control of the vehicle and reducing unnecessary tyre wear, wheel alignment focuses on getting all four wheels pointing in the same direction, parallel to each other and the chassis, while wheel balancing focuses on getting all four wheels rotating smoothly.
As they have the same goal, the technician inspecting your car may recommend re-aligning your wheels at the same time they are re-balanced to ensure maximum value from your appointment.
- Extends the life of your tyres, leading to less frequent replacements (which can cost between £80 and £120 on average, per wheel!)
- Reduces your vehicle’s rolling resistance which improves fuel efficiency and may see you filling up less frequently
Above and beyond the financial savings, wheel balancing can improve your car’s comfort and safety, making it easier to drive and ensuring stress-free trips to keep your life moving smoothly.