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What Should You Do When You Get a Flat Tire?

If you notice a flat tire while driving, reduce your speed and move to a safe location when possible.

Do not continue driving farther than necessary.

Driving on a flat tire can damage the tire, wheel and other vehicle components.

Once you are somewhere safe:

  • Turn on your hazard lights
  • Move away from active traffic if possible
  • Check whether you have a spare tire
  • Note your exact location
  • Call for roadside assistance

If you are stopped in a dangerous highway location or there is an immediate safety concern, contact emergency services first.

Flat Tire Scenarios We Handle

From a slow leak to a complete blowout, we handle all kinds of tire-related issues with care and precision, including:

  • Puncture from Sharp Objects: The most common cause of flat tires is a puncture from nails, glass, or other sharp debris on the road.
  • Valve Stem Issues: Leaks or damage to the tire’s valve stem can lead to air loss and a flat tire.
  • Tire Bead Leaks: Air can leak between the tire and rim if the bead (the edge of the tire that rests on the rim) is damaged or unseated.
  • Sidewall Damage: Hitting a curb or pothole can cause significant damage to the tire’s sidewall, resulting in a flat tire that may not be repairable.
  • Over-Pumped Tires: Overinflation can lead to increased wear and risk of a blowout, especially on rough surfaces or in hot weather. Make sure to have the right tire pressure!
  • Wear and Tear: Normal or accelerated wear due to alignment issues or improper inflation can lead to tire failure.
Close-up of a flat tire on a parked car.
A flat tire that requires roadside assistance.

Emergency Tire Change

If you experience a flat tire, our tire experts will come to your location to replace the flat with your spare tire. We handle everything from the safe removal of the damaged tire to securing the spare, ensuring your car is ready to drive again. If you don’t have a spare, we can arrange towing to the nearest tire shop or service center.

Flat Tire Repair

For tire punctures or small damages, our experienced technicians will provide a tire patch or tire plug solution. Our mobile tire repair services come equipped with the latest equipment to perform repairs on-site, saving you time and avoiding the need for a tow.

Tire Inflation

Sometimes, a flat tire just needs more air. We’ll inflate your tire to the correct tire pressure, ensuring it’s road-ready. Our tire pressure monitoring system checks the integrity of the tire and makes sure there are no additional leaks.

New Tire Installation

If your flat tire is beyond repair, we offer tire replacement options. Our team will help you choose from a wide range of tires, suitable for your vehicle. We can also arrange for towing to a service center or tire shop to install your new tire.

What If I Do Not Have a Spare Tire?

Many newer vehicles no longer come with a full spare tire.

If you do not have a usable spare, do not worry.

Depending on the tire condition and vehicle, we can help determine the next step.

That may include:

  • Tire inflation
  • Roadside tire assistance
  • Towing to a tire shop
  • Flatbed towing if required
Spare wheel installed on an SUV during roadside flat tire service
Roadside flat tire assistance with spare wheel installation by Norman Towing.

Can You Drive on a Flat Tire?

Usually, you should avoid driving on a flat tire.

Driving on a tire with little or no air can damage:

  • The tire
  • The wheel
  • Suspension components
  • Other nearby vehicle parts

It may also make the vehicle harder to control.

If you notice a flat, move to a safe location as soon as possible and call for help.

Flat Tire or Blowout?

A slow flat and a blowout can require different responses.

Slow Flat

The tire may gradually lose air from a small puncture, valve problem or bead leak.

Blowout

A blowout is a more sudden tire failure and can cause the vehicle to become difficult to control.

After a blowout, the tire may be too damaged to repair.

If the vehicle feels unstable, do not continue driving.

Flat Tire Help at Home, Work or on the Road

Flat tires do not only happen on highways.

Norman Towing can assist at locations such as:

  • Your home
  • Condominiums
  • Office buildings
  • Parking lots
  • Shopping centres
  • Underground garages
  • Roadside locations
  • Commercial properties

If the vehicle is underground, tell us the garage clearance and parking level when you call.

Portable air compressor inflating a vehicle tire during roadside assistance
Tire inflation and roadside flat tire assistance from Norman Towing.

Flat Tire Service in Underground Parking

This is especially useful for condo customers.

A flat tire in an underground garage can be difficult because tow truck access may be limited.

Roadside tire assistance may allow the problem to be handled where the vehicle is parked.

When calling, provide:

  • Building address
  • Parking level
  • Garage clearance
  • Vehicle make and model
  • Whether you have a spare tire
  • Any security or access instructions

Flat Tire Service for Different Vehicles

We can assist with many common passenger and light duty vehicles.

These include:

  • Cars
  • SUVs
  • Pickup trucks
  • Vans
  • Light commercial vehicles
  • Many luxury vehicles

If you drive a larger or unusual vehicle, tell us before dispatch.

Shredded tire on the front wheel of a Porsche SUV.
A damaged tire requiring replacement or vehicle towing.

How Our Flat Tire Service Works

1. Call Us

Tell us where you are and what happened.

2. We Confirm Your Vehicle Details

We ask about the vehicle, tire condition and whether you have a spare.

3. We Assess the Tire

The roadside technician checks the situation and determines the appropriate next step.

4. We Help Get You Moving

This may involve installing your spare, adding air or another appropriate roadside solution.

5. Towing if Needed

If the vehicle cannot safely continue, we can arrange towing to your preferred tire shop or service centre.

Flat Tire Assistance Across Ontario

Need roadside tire help outside the GTA?

Norman Towing may also be able to assist with certain flat tire calls in other parts of Ontario depending on location and availability.

Call us with your vehicle details and location so we can confirm service.

Need Help Now?

For fast towing or roadside assistance, call 647 244 1129 or request a service online.

Available 24/7 across the GTA, with extended service available across Ontario.

Spare wheel installed on an SUV during roadside flat tire service
Available 24/7 Across the GTA
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Flat Tire Services

A flat tire can occur at any time, turning an ordinary drive into a stressful ordeal. At Norman Towing, we provide reliable flat tire repair services across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. Whether you’re at home, on the highway, or stuck in a parking lot, our team is ready to assist you with efficient, safe and quick services.

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