Let's be honest. We all love the free air checks. I first became acquainted with this Discount Tire during the pandemic when I needed air checks and found their process very customer friendly and consistent. As a wheelchair user who was still working, this became tremendously valuable to me and I came to really value Discount Tire.
I've been to this Discount Tire on a handful of occasions for both paid and unpaid services - meaning for flat repairs/tire checks/air checks. I've always been treated fairly, respectfully, and effectively.
In recent months, Discount Tire has taken to logging air check visits - a practice I'm not particularly fond of, however, I've accepted it as a low-pressure small price to pay for the service.
A couple weeks ago, my tire light came on and I stopped in for a check. I got a couple tires inflated and went on my way. A few days later, the light was back on - my tires tend to deflate with temperature changes and I didn't worry about it initially. However, I quickly realized something more was wrong.
I got out today and looked at my tire and realized it was looking really deflated. It wasn't quite flat, but I was nervous considering I have a doctor's appointment this week and return to work tomorrow after a long weekend.
I didn't expect much when I drove up at 5pm. I figured I could get them inflated then maybe return on the weekend for a full inspection. By the time I arrived, however, it became apparent that one tire qualified as actually flat.
It was about 5:20pm. They close at 6pm. Ugh. I was already planning how to explain this to my boss.
Much to my surprise, they were quick to say they would help me out. They never even mentioned the time. They said it would be a few minutes. They even insisted I could stay in my car (my being a wheelchair user seemed to add a sense of urgency to making sure my car was safe. I was honestly REALLY touched by it).
About 5:45 or so, I was pulled into a bay and my tire was checked. It ended up being a relatively quick fix and I was safely on my way with no charge (I hadn't understood this and actually sat out front a few minutes waiting to find out how much I owed - the guy who got me in finally saw me and came out and explained it).
As I was sitting there, I was watching this team work. It was near official quitting time, but they were working hard as ever. They were working as a team. Everyone was smiling and there was no sense of a rush, though I'm sure some really wanted to get home. Whoever is leading this team? You're obviously planting something pretty awesome here.
This was a definite above and beyond visit. They checked my air initially. They identified the problem. Despite limited time, they addressed the problem and made sure I was safe on the road. They did it effectively and affordably and with great attitudes.
I've always been impressed here, however, this was so exceptional I felt the need to update my review (which was already a 5-star review).
The last time I needed tires it happened suddenly and I wasn't able to come here. After today, I'll be doing everything in my power to make sure the next time I actually do because I'm not sure I've ever been treated so well, so compassionately, and so fairly by a tire shop.
I've said it before. I'll say it again. I'll be back. read more