Do you service commercial fleets?

Yes. Fleet and commercial work is our core, including trailers, box trucks, delivery fleets and construction equipment, with scheduled service and blowout repair.

Which tire brands do you carry?

All major brands, including Goodyear, Cooper, BFGoodrich, Firestone, Michelin, Bridgestone, Toyo, Continental, Pirelli, Hankook, Falken and Uniroyal.

Pricing, answered by Empire Tire

How Empire Tire quotes, what moves the price, and how shop service compares once you count the drive, the wait and the lost day. 46 answers, for tire service across Northwest Houston, Texas.

Do you charge extra to come to me?

Tell us where you are and what you need and the quote covers it. We would rather give you one clear number for the job than surprise you with line items after the work is done.

How do I get a quote?

Send us your vehicle year, make, model and trim, or just the tire size off the sidewall. That is everything we need to come back with real options and real pricing.

Is the quote free?

Yes. Getting a number from us costs nothing and does not commit you to anything.

Will the price change when you arrive?

The quote is built from your actual tire size and the set you chose, so it should not move. If we find something unexpected on the vehicle we tell you before we touch it, never after.

Do you offer financing?

No, we do not offer financing. If that changes we will say so plainly rather than leave it ambiguous.

What payment methods do you accept?

Ask us when you book and we will confirm exactly what works, so there is no awkward moment at the end of the job.

Do I pay before or after the work?

Confirm it with us when you schedule. Knowing how payment is handled before the technician arrives is better for everyone.

Do you quote fleets differently?

Fleet pricing is built around volume, vehicle types and how often you need service, which is why it starts with a conversation about your operation rather than a price list.

Is it cheaper to buy all four at once?

Tell us what you are considering and we will lay out the options honestly. Sometimes a full set is the right call and sometimes it is not, and that depends on the wear on the tires you are keeping.

Do you have budget and premium tire options?

Yes. We carry twelve major brands across a wide range, so you are choosing between real options at different price points rather than being handed one answer.

Which is the best value tire for my vehicle?

It depends on how you drive and how long you plan to keep the vehicle. Someone commuting long highway miles wants a different tire from someone running a work truck on job sites, and we will tell you which is which.

Are cheap tires a false economy?

Sometimes. A less expensive tire that wears out much faster can cost more per mile than a better one, so the honest comparison is cost over the life of the tire, not the sticker.

How much does a flat repair cost?

A repair is far less than a replacement, which is exactly why it is worth checking whether the damage can be repaired properly before assuming you need a new tire. Send us a photo and we will tell you.

Do you charge for a call out if the tire cannot be repaired?

Ask us up front and we will be straight about it. Nobody should be guessing at what a visit costs before it happens.

Can you match a price I found elsewhere?

Send us the quote and the tire it covers. It is worth checking you are comparing the same tire and the same work, because a shop price often leaves out the trip and the time you spend making it.

Do you offer discounts for multiple vehicles?

Tell us how many vehicles you have and where they are. Servicing several in one visit is more efficient for us, which is exactly the kind of thing worth discussing.

What affects the price of a tire most?

Size, brand, tread type and load rating. A large truck tire built for heavy loads is a different product from a passenger tire, and the price reflects that rather than a markup.

Do bigger wheels cost more to fit?

Larger and lower profile tires generally cost more as tires, and they can be more demanding to mount. Tell us your setup and the quote will reflect the real job.

How do I budget for tires on a work truck?

Think in cost per mile rather than cost per tire. A work truck running hard will go through tires faster, so tread life and load rating matter more than the number on the invoice.

Can I get a quote without committing?

Yes. Ask for the number, sit on it as long as you like, and come back when you are ready. There is no pressure attached to a quote.

Why will you not publish a price list?

Because a tire price that is not tied to your actual size and vehicle is a number that changes when we arrive, and that is the thing everybody hates. Send us the size and you get a real figure instead.

How fast can I get a quote?

As soon as we have your tire size or your vehicle year, make, model and trim. That is the whole bottleneck, and a photo of the sidewall clears it in seconds.

Are there hidden fees?

No. The quote is the number. If we find something on the vehicle that changes the job we tell you before touching it, never after.

Do you charge a call out fee?

Ask us up front and we will be straight about it for your job. Nobody should have to guess what a visit costs before it happens.

Is a quote valid for how long?

Ask when you get it. Tire pricing moves with supply, so we will tell you honestly how long the number holds rather than let it quietly expire on you.

Do prices change between brands for the same size?

Significantly. The same size across our twelve brands can span a wide range, which is exactly why we show you options instead of handing you one number.

What is the cheapest way to get four tires?

Tell us your size and your budget and we will show you the honest range. The cheapest tire is not always the cheapest answer once you count how long it lasts.

How do I compare tire prices properly?

Compare the same size, the same load and speed rating, and include what it costs you to get the work done. A shop price that leaves out your half day is not the real number.

Is it worth paying more for a premium tire?

Sometimes clearly yes, sometimes clearly no, and it depends on your miles and how long you are keeping the vehicle. We will tell you which situation you are in rather than always pointing up.

How much do truck tires cost compared to car tires?

More, because they are physically larger and built to carry load. The load rating is doing real work, so it is not a place where the price is padding.

Why are trailer tires priced differently?

They are a different construction built for towing loads rather than driving, so they are not directly comparable to a passenger tire of the same size.

Do larger wheels cost more?

Generally yes. Larger diameter and lower profile tires cost more and are more demanding to fit, which is worth knowing before you upsize.

What does a TPMS sensor cost to replace?

It is a small fraction of a tire, and the sensible moment to do it is while the wheel is already off. Replacing one later means paying for the visit twice.

Is a repair always cheaper than a new tire?

Almost always, which is why it is worth checking whether the damage is repairable before assuming you need a replacement. Send a photo and we will tell you.

Should I repair a tire with low tread to save money?

Usually not. Paying to repair a tire that is nearly finished buys you very little, and we will tell you what the tread has left so you can decide on facts.

How do I avoid buying tires I do not need?

Ask for the tread depth on the ones you are keeping. A reputable answer is specific, and anyone who cannot tell you the numbers is guessing or selling.

Do you upsell?

We tell you what we find and what it means, then you decide. If two tires will do we say two, because a customer who trusts the answer comes back.

Can I get a quote for several vehicles at once?

Yes. Send the vehicles and their tire sizes and we will quote the lot, and servicing them in one visit is more efficient than one at a time.

How is fleet pricing worked out?

By volume, vehicle types and how often you need service, which is why it starts as a conversation about your operation rather than a price sheet.

What is the real cost of a truck being off the road?

Far more than the tire, and usually more than a year of scheduled checks. That is the number worth putting next to a service quote rather than the tire price alone.

Can I pay per visit rather than on a contract?

Tell us how you want to work and we will fit around it. Different operations want different arrangements and neither one is the only option.

Do you charge more for larger fleets?

Volume usually works in your favour rather than against it. Tell us how many vehicles and we will talk real numbers.

Will I know the price before you start work?

Yes, always. You approve the number before anything happens, and nothing gets done on the assumption you will accept it afterwards.

Can I get an invoice for my business?

Tell us what your business needs on the paperwork when you book, including a purchase order reference if you use one, and we will make sure it is right the first time.

Are tires a business expense for my company vehicles?

Talk to your accountant about your specific situation rather than taking a tire company's word for it. What we can give you is proper paperwork for whatever they need.

What is the most expensive tire mistake people make?

Ignoring inflation. It is free to get right and it quietly costs you fuel, tire life and eventually a failure, which makes it the most expensive thing on this list.