# Tire Shops in San Diego, CA

AppointAuto lists 3 independent tire shops in San Diego, CA. Listed prices are $29.99 for a plug-and-patch flat repair and $80.00 to mount and balance four tires. Call the shop to book; online booking opens as shops join AppointAuto.

## Independent tire shops in San Diego

### Welchs Tire Sales Co

3724 Main St, San Diego, CA 92113

Phone: [](tel:+1) · Listed hours: –

Services: USTMA Radial Nail Puncture Repair (Plug & Patch), 4-Tire Mount & High-Speed Balance, Tire Rotation & Wheel Balance

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### Lutz Tires & Auto Repairs Inc

2853 Market St, San Diego, CA 92102

Phone: [+1-619-234-3535](tel:+16192343535) · Listed hours: –

Services: USTMA Radial Nail Puncture Repair (Plug & Patch), 4-Tire Mount & High-Speed Balance, Tire Rotation & Wheel Balance

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### In & Out Tire Shop

6211 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92115

Phone: [](tel:+1) · Listed hours: –

Services: USTMA Radial Nail Puncture Repair (Plug & Patch), 4-Tire Mount & High-Speed Balance, Tire Rotation & Wheel Balance

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## Tire service prices in San Diego

| Service | Listed price | Typical time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| USTMA Radial Nail Puncture Repair (Plug & Patch) | $29.99 | 20 min |
| 4-Tire Mount & High-Speed Balance | $80.00 | 45 min |
| Tire Rotation & Wheel Balance | $45.00 | 30 min |

Prices are listed estimates and do not include new tires. Each shop sets its own final price.

## Is your puncture repairable?

Only punctures up to 1/4 inch in the tread area can be repaired. Check yours with the [nail damage scanner](https://appointauto.com/?tab=scanner) or read the [tire puncture repair rules](https://appointauto.com/guides/tire-puncture-repair-rules/).

## Frequently asked questions

### Where can I get a flat tire fixed in San Diego?

Welchs Tire Sales Co (3724 Main St); Lutz Tires & Auto Repairs Inc (2853 Market St); In & Out Tire Shop (6211 University Avenue).

### Can a nail in my tire be repaired?

Usually yes, if the puncture is in the tread area and no larger than 1/4 inch (6 mm). Under U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) guidelines, the tire must be removed from the wheel and repaired from the inside with a combination plug-and-patch. Punctures in the shoulder or sidewall cannot be repaired; the tire must be replaced.

### How much does a flat tire repair cost?

The listed price on AppointAuto for a plug-and-patch puncture repair is $29.99. Each shop sets its own final price.

### 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.

### Do I have to pay online to book?

No. At shops that take online bookings you request a time without paying; for other shops you call to book. Either way you pay at the shop when the work is done.

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Source: https://appointauto.com/tire-shops/san-diego/ · Last updated 2026-10-24. Station details are compiled from public listings and can change; call the shop to confirm hours and prices before you go.