How Much Does It Cost to Install New Tires? Mounting, Balancing and Extras
Installing new tires usually costs a per-tire or per-set labor charge for mounting and balancing, plus small extras such as new valve stems or a TPMS service kit, old tire disposal and the California state tire fee. The listed price on AppointAuto for mounting and balancing four tires is $80.00, not including the tires. Ask for an out-the-door quote so you can compare shops fairly.
What is on a typical tire invoice
| Line item | What it is |
|---|---|
| Tires | The tires themselves |
| Mount and balance | Removing old tires, fitting new ones and balancing each wheel. Listed on AppointAuto: $80.00 for four |
| Valve stems or TPMS service kit | New rubber stems, or seals and cores for TPMS sensors |
| Tire disposal | Recycling the old tires |
| California tire fee | A small state fee charged on each new tire sold |
| Alignment (optional) | Listed on AppointAuto: $99.00 |
| Road hazard warranty (optional) | Covers repair or replacement after road damage |
How to compare quotes
- Ask for the out-the-door total including every line above.
- Compare the same tire size, load index and speed rating (how to read them).
- Ask for the DOT date code of the tires you will get (why).
- Book an appointment so the shop has your size in stock.
Find a tire shop
- Tire shops in Los Angeles — 1 listing
- Tire shops in Oakland — 1 listing
- Tire shops in San Francisco — 1 listing
- Tire shops in San Jose — 1 listing
- Tire shops in Santa Clara — 1 listing
- Tire shops in Sunnyvale — 1 listing
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my own tires to a shop?
Many independent shops will mount and balance tires you bought online, sometimes at a different labor rate. Call ahead and confirm the price.
Is an alignment included with new tires?
Usually not. It is a separate service but is often recommended with new tires to protect them from uneven wear.
How long does tire installation take?
About 45 minutes to an hour for four tires at a shop with an appointment. Add time for an alignment.
How much does it cost to mount and balance four tires?
The listed price on AppointAuto for mounting and balancing four tires is $80.00, not including the tires. Each shop sets its own final price.
Related guides
- How to Read a Tire Size: What 225/65R17 98H Means — A plain guide to the numbers on your tire sidewall: width, aspect ratio, construction, rim diameter, load index, speed rating, DOT code and the UTQG rating.
- Wheel Alignment: 6 Signs You Need One and What It Costs — Pulling, an off-center steering wheel and uneven tire wear are the classic signs. What toe, camber and caster mean, how often to align, and listed alignment prices.
- Tire Balancing vs Wheel Alignment: What Is the Difference? — Balancing fixes vibration by evening out weight around the wheel; alignment fixes pulling and uneven wear by correcting wheel angles. How to tell which one you need.