What to discuss before balancing
- The speed or driving conditions where the vibration appears.
- Whether it is felt through the steering wheel, seat or floor.
- Recent tire fitting, wheel changes or impacts, and any previous balancing work.
- Which assemblies need assessment and whether wheel or tire damage requires other work.
Vibration symptoms to describe
- Vibration after new tires or a seasonal set have been fitted.
- A shaking sensation at particular road speeds.
- A concern about the balance of a stored or recently changed wheel set.
What affects your quote?
Ask for an itemized quote based on your vehicle and the work needed.
- Number and dimensions of the wheel-and-tire assemblies.
- Assessment, balancing and any removal or refitting work.
- Additional work identified for damaged tires or wheels.
Use the steering-wheel vibration guide to report the speed and location of the shake. For pulling or tread-wear concerns, read alignment versus balancing before comparing service quotes.
How to arrange your visit
Share your vehicle details
Tell us the year, make and model, along with the service or symptom. Use the quote checklist on this page to include the relevant details.
Review the quote
Discuss any assessment needed, the proposed work and what the total includes.
Confirm a service time
Arrange your visit directly with the shop. An online inquiry requests a response and does not reserve an appointment.
Common questions
Is balancing the same as wheel alignment?
No. Balancing addresses weight distribution around a wheel-and-tire assembly. Alignment concerns wheel angles. Describe your symptoms so the appropriate assessment can be discussed.
Will balancing fix every vibration?
No. Vibration can involve tire condition, damaged wheels or other vehicle components. An assessment should guide the work rather than assuming balancing is the only issue.
Does an on-rim seasonal change always need balancing?
The condition and behaviour of the set matter. Report any previous vibration and ask whether a balance check should be included with the changeover.
How much does tire balancing cost?
The number and size of the wheel-and-tire assemblies, removal and refitting, and any assessment or additional work affect the total. Call with your vehicle and wheel size, and say whether the wheels are on the car or loose. Ask what the balancing quote includes.
General technical references: Michelin Canada — Wheel Alignment and Balancing. Vehicle requirements vary; discuss your specific vehicle with the shop.
Plan your service.
Contact our Scarborough shop about your vehicle, a quote and an available service time.