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Mark Hansen Auto Repair Service
“The time before that I brought my car here for a tire with a nail in it, no one else would patch it but they did and saved me from having to buy a new tire.”
Flat Tire Repair in Ames, IA
24 experts listed · 12 in Ames · 10 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
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Eastman Auto Care
- Brake
- Wheel
- Truck
“My daughters car needed brake lines replaced graduation weekend and Larry came in on Sunday to finish so we could get on the road much ealier than expected.”
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Central Iowa Diesel Performance
- Vehicle
- Questions
- Mechanic
“I would have never thought of getting it back so soon but he said it was a common fix and gave me a great price if you want amazing and reliable work call Jed up he won't let you down!”
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Wheelock's Auto Service
- Quality
- Job
- Communication
“In a world where service has become a commodity and hard to find, It's great to find a family owned business that treats you well and still believes in it.”
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Campus Garage
- Dealership
- Fair
- Student
“We're back again - 3 yrs since we moved back to Ames - and we will continue to use and recommend Campus Garage for all our auto repair/maintenance needs.”
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Hansen Automotive Ames Towing
- Pump
- Vehicle
- Gas
“All I wanted them to do was mount 4 tires and balance them but I had problems with my air tire sensors they figured it all out got it done got everything back on the road everything's working great tires feel really good at 75 miles an hour down the ...”
Area overview: Ames, IA
Of the 24 experts we list here, 12 are in Ames itself and 12 come from towns including Stratford (2, 24 mi), Urbandale (2, 28 mi) and Des Moines (2, 31 mi). The experts on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 3,457 reviews; 16 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these experts on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (86%), quality (79%) and value (65%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "fair", "honest" and "communication". 10 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the experts on this page list most often on their websites are tires (3), auto repair & maintenance (2), maintenance (2), oil changes (2) and the car salon (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 103 years. 6 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 11 are family- or locally-owned and 10 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the experts on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.
Data verified October 10, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Ames, IA, these 24 shops repair flats and punctures. Hours, emergency service and whether they come to you are taken from each shop's own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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Automotive Lift Services
- Company
- Team
- Quality
“They did a great job would recommend very good at what they are doing and nice quys and these things are heavy and they brought everything needed to do job support local small business they make this world go around just like myself 22yr in busin...”
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En-Tire Car Care
“Only been here the one time, but I left feeling like I WASN'T ripped off and that I WAS well taken care of - which hasn't been a common experience for me.”
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Magic Mufflers & Brakes
“I had scheduled some hitch work down the street, and they said they wouldn't have the tires right away, but Doug offered to take my truck to the shop for the hitch work, and bring it back to do the tires!”
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Ames Tire Shop
- Patched
- Taco
- Nail
“Small guys like this get overlooked and really don't get the business they deserve because people look at aesthetics instead of the actual work performed.”
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Dave's Auto & Truck Service
- Priced
- People
- Vehicle
“😬 and much cheaper than the 'big name' towing company I have used in town before.”
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Elmquist Autocare Center
“Our business prides itself on offer honesty, integrity, and no-pressure sales every time you visit us. For decades, this family owned shop has been offering a variety of auto services for your vehicle. Our shop is”
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Big 8 Tyre Center
“I came by after hours when they were closed and seen the door open so I asked if they can put my spare tire on and he did with pleasure so fast I was so thankful he got us back on the road because we had no tools”
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Craig Automotive
- Price
“I was stranded on a Sunday night, and when I called at 8am Monday morning to ask the status of my car, I was told they probably wouldn't even be able to get to my car that day because of how busy they were.”
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Sternquist Garage & Tire
- Tires
- Oil
- Estimates
“I took my car here for a second opinion (first shop was Barkmer- something worst experience ever) they gave me the current diagnosis and fixed it beautifully.”
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Chuy's Auto Service LLC
“When they seen that my caliper was broken Not only did he call me as well as send me a picture he told me if I wanted to stop and grab one from the auto store which is cheaper that they would still be able to get my car done today.”
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Tiernan's Service Center
- Prices
- Flat Tire
“I can tell you that this is a place that takes pride in doing quality work and has quality service at fair prices, and doesn't try to sell you a bunch of service you don't really need.”
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Bauer Tire
- Prices
“Man, the places Is in great condition prices are the best as ever and the work is the best.”
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Thatcher Auto Center Inc
- Oil
“Nathan cleaned the cars thoroughly inside and out after we agreed to purchase them, and he even changed the oil on both of them (which he does for every car they sell).”
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Wilcox Repair & Tire
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Iowa First Call Towing
- Price
- Drive
- Job
“Chris with Iowa First Call arrived an hour after I called and he was professional, understood what my car means to me, and even helped me get into the garage after unloading it from the trailer.”
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Dale's Wright Tire & Auto Service
“Excellent service all the way around helped me pick out the rims the girl at the front desk was very knowledgeable and everyone there made stuff easy had a rim come with a imperfection and they still let me install it with my impatience and replaced ...”
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J & K Automotive
- Mechanics
- Service
- Job
“Services Air & cabin filter replacement, Tires, Auto engine diagnostic, Vehicle Inspection, Auto A/C replacement, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Auto battery maintenance, Auto tire replacement, Wiper blade installation, Auto maintenance, Auto brake replace...”
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Premier Automotive Service
“Services Transmission, Electrical repair, Air & cabin filter replacement, Tires, Steering & suspension repair, Auto exhaust system repair, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Auto engine tuning, Auto brake repair, Tire ...”
Tire Repair Services in Ames, IA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$11
Maximum cost
$44
National Average
$22
$17
$33
Typical price range is based on 465 cost profiles
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FAQ
Can I get a puncture fixed on a Sunday?
10 of the 24 shops here show weekend hours, though Saturday is far more common than Sunday. A puncture repair is a short job, so a shop that takes walk-ins will often squeeze one in between booked work. Call rather than drive over on a flat.