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What Causes a Tire to Go Flat in Oakley, CA? Damage to Sidewall, Puncture Holes, Balding Tires & More

At some point, every seasoned driver has experienced a flat tire or a blowout. Leaving people frustrated and annoyed with situation, the flats happen at the most inconvenient time, more often than not. Fortunately, when it comes to this job, whether you lack the skills, know-how, or tools needed Calderon Tow & Auto can come to your assistance and change your tire for you, quickly and efficiently to get you back on the road again. Though you may know how to deal with the flat, today, we at Calderon Tow & Auto would like to share the common contributions to flat tires.

Damage to Tire Sidewall

A flat tire is a common result of sidewall damage. The tire is then deemed irreparable and will require replacing when the sidewall of the tire becomes damaged. The layers on the sides of the tire that allow for flexibility and movement are separated is the effect of sidewall damage. Generally, sidewall damage happens by cutting into the curb at just the right angle. Damage to the sidewall will occur when taking a turn too fast the tire gets scraped on the curb creating friction.

Tires with Puncture Holes

Fallen debris commonly lands on parking lots, on the roads, even your driveway or garage floor. A flat tire undoubtedly results by rolling over the top of any of these objects at just the right angle. The industrial staples, nails, and screws are often the culprits of the offending debris that causes the puncture holes. Enough damage to the tread can be inflicted and compromise the structural integrity of the tire, though glass is not durable enough to puncture a hole in the tire. If the nail or other object gets dislodged from your tire, leaks, depending on how big the hole, can stream low, to moderate, and for rapid. If you put air in your tire and it loses the PSI quickly soon thereafter, a leak becomes obvious. Though you can probably get your car there in time before additional damage to the tire occurs if the leak is slow if you are near a mechanic or a tire specialist, it is a risk. To ensure minimal damage, can contact your roadside assistance company, like Calderon Tow & Auto if you need assistance changing the tire to a spare or need a tow.

What Else Can Make Your Tire Go Flat?

Old, “balding,” poor installation, or the spout is not properly sealed are just a few other reasons tires can become flat. Doing a few things can help you avoid being in traffic before you realize the tire is leaking air, resulting in a flat tire. Before getting into your car, consider the following:
– Use a tire air gauge handy to ensure the pressure is adequate
– Inspect the condition of your tires
Also, be sure to have your tires routinely inspected and rotated accordingly.

Towing & Roadside Assistance in San Mateo, San Francisco, Daly City & Colma, CA | Greater Bay Area of California

Calderon Tow & Auto offers roadside assistance services and can assist you with your tire change or provide a convenient tow if a spare tire is unavailable if you have a flat tire, or your tire has blown out. Call us to come to your rescue in San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas.

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