It's important that you keep up with regular automotive tire care. Two vital tire services that Buna commuters need to perform are wheel alignment and balancing. However, many drivers are not quite sure of the differences between wheel balancing vs. wheel alignment. Learn more about these two vital services in our wheel alignment and wheel balancing comparison guide from the Nissan of Silsbee service team below! Then, if you think you might be due for a wheel balancing or alignment, explore our service specials and contact our garage. 

What is Wheel Balancing Service?

During a wheel balancing service, a mechanic will spin each of your wheels and determine imbalances in the weight distribution of your wheels/tires. They'll then correct these imbalances. Let's take a look at the issues that arise from unbalanced wheels: 

Some effects that Beaumont commuters can expect from unbalanced tires are:

• Erratic steering wheel 
• Unpleasant driving & handling 
• Excessive tire wear

Drivers with balanced tires can expect their Silsbee vehicles to have: 

• Reduced tire bouncing
• Improved traction and control
• Longer tire lifespan
• Better fuel economy

Auto experts recommend that a wheel balance be performed every 5,000 to 6,000 miles, during your tire rotation. 

What is Wheel Alignment Service?

The wheel alignment service process is as follows: 

• A manufacturer certified service technician will align your tires, so that they are perpendicular to the road and parallel to each other. 

Wheels that are out of alignment can contribute to:

• excessive, uneven tread
• unnecessary wear and tear on your tires
• steering issues
• vehicle pulling & drifting

While important, wheel alignment should be done as needed, but doesn't need to be included in your routine maintenance schedule. 

Wheel Alignment & Wheel Balancing Cost

• How much does wheel balancing cost? In general, the price range for wheel balancing is between $40-$75. This number can vary depending on your geographic location or the make of your vehicle. 
• How much does wheel alignment service cost? A front-end alignment averages out to $65-$100. If you are aligning all tires, multiply this range by two.

Stop by Nissan of Silsbee for Your Service Needs!

Now that you have read through our Wheel Balancing vs. Wheel Alignment comparison guide, stop by our service center to learn more about our service specials and get pro-tips from our manufacturer certified service technicians to keep your car in pristine condition. Contact us today to schedule a service!