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Effortlessly Book a Wheel Balancing Appointment at the Best Local Garage for You

When your car’s wheels need balancing, driving becomes a chore. Vibrations in the steering wheel quickly become annoying and can even lead to a loss of control, while increased tyre wear eats away at your patience – and your wallet.

When you’ve noticed the symptoms of poorly balanced wheels, you want to get the problem sorted promptly - so why should you have to spend hours searching for the best price, adding more stress and frustration to your life?

With BookMyGarage.com, you don’t have to. We were born out of the idea that everyone should be able to find the best local garage for their maintenance needs in seconds, no matter how much they know about cars. That’s why you can compare instant labour costs and book your wheel balancing in just a few clicks.

Enter your reg and postcode now to take back control of your car and get back to doing the things you love quicker.

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Compare Wheel Balancing Deals Near You

 

Hassle-free Comparison that Keeps You in Control

With so many garage options available in your area, it can be tough to know you’re getting the best deal – especially if you’ve just moved in or have limited experience with car maintenance.

We’re here to take the guesswork out of booking your appointment. When you’re looking for wheel balancing near you, here’s how we help you find the right garage at the right price and at the right time.

 

Book Your Appointment on Your Terms

You’re busy 9-5 Monday to Friday, so why should you be expected to find the time to phone up a garage and sit on hold just to book an appointment? And even then, are you getting the best deal if you don’t compare your options – but who has the time to speak to dozens of local garages to find the best one?

We understand that you just want to book your wheel balancing whenever you have 5 minutes free, even if local garages are shut. That’s why we offer 24/7 online booking to help ensure your appointment revolves around your life, not the other way around.

Plus, it takes just seconds to complete a booking! There are no endless forms to fill out, just enter a few details about yourself, your vehicle and what you need and your booking request will go straight into the garage’s diary. Job done.

 

Transparent Prices and No Hidden Fees

We’re on a mission to help every driver get the best deal on their car maintenance costs as possible, finding their perfect local garage along the way.

When you book your car’s wheel balancing through us, we never ask you for any upfront payment or charge a booking fee. You always pay the garage directly after all the work is done and, as they set their prices themselves, what you see is what you pay (unless you agree to additional repairs with them on the day).

Take the guesswork out of your car maintenance costs by comparing labour rates from local garages and choosing the one that works for your budget.

 

Get the Peace of Mind You Deserve

You rely on your car to get you from A to B. When you’re struggling to control the vehicle because of unbalanced wheels, you can’t rely on it to get you where you need to go.

You need a local garage to fix the problem quickly, affordably and without causing any other issues.

That’s why we show unfiltered, verified reviews from genuine previous customers for every garage listed on our platform. You can read about the experiences of others and find the best option for your needs to guarantee a stress-free repair.

 

Don’t Just Take Our Word for It

We’ve helped people just like you compare instant prices 23.5 million times to save on their car maintenance costs - and you’re just a few clicks away from doing the same.

What’s more, UK drivers love what we do (their words not ours). With thousands of 5* reviews across Trustpilot and Google, there’s no need to worry about the quality of service you’ll receive. When you choose a local garage to complete your wheel balancing through us, you’ll always drive away satisfied, wanting to go back again and again for all your maintenance needs.

 

Keep Your Life Moving with BookMyGarage and Make Car Maintenance Stress a Thing of the Past

Your car is no use to you sat around in a garage or broken down by the side of the road. You need it moving smoothly and safely to keep your busy life on track.

Booking your wheel balancing at the right local garage helps you do just that, as well as saving money down the line by avoiding excess tyre wear, improving your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and reducing wear and tear on key safety systems like the steering and suspension.

And the best way to find the right local garage near you? Comparing options through BookMyGarage.com.

We show all your options in one place, alongside all the information you need to make an informed decision about which garage is best for you and your vehicle.

All at the touch of a button and in a process that takes seconds to complete.

Don’t wait any longer to get your wheels balanced; book an appointment at a local garage now – it only takes a few clicks.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

How do I let the garage know I’m looking for a wheel balancing?

Once you’ve chosen your preferred garage, click ‘Book Now’ and enter your details on the checkout page, including up to 500 characters in the ‘Notes for Garage’ box. This should be a detailed explanation of your issue, including any symptoms you’re experiencing and anything else that may be wrong with your car.

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.

Why can I not see instant prices?

We are currently working hard to expand our offering of instant price products to include wheel balancing.

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.

What are labour rates?

Labour rates are what a garage charges for an hour of their time, excluding parts costs and VAT.

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.

Why do labour rates vary so much?

Each garage sets their labour rate to ensure they’re fairly compensated for their work while still being competitive in the local market, based on their level of experience and expertise, the standard of equipment available in their facilities and their staffing costs and overheads.

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.

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…)

Can I balance my car’s wheels myself?

While you can use small coins to help rebalance your wheels at home, it is incredibly tricky to do so correctly without access to the proper technology.

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.

Is wheel balancing the same as wheel alignment?

No, wheel balancing and wheel alignment are two separate services.

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.

Is wheel balancing worthwhile?

While it may seem like a minor repair and inconvenient expense, investing in wheel balancing when required can help you save money in the long run. This is because it:
- 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.

How long does it take to balance wheels?

Wheel balancing is a relatively straightforward maintenance job, taking around 20-30 minutes for 1-2 wheels and 60 minutes for all 4.

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.