Temporary puncture repair in Exeter
Professional temporary puncture repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Temporary puncture repair to get you mobile. Emergency sealant or plug fitted - not permanent but gets you home or to a garage safely.
Get Mobile Again, Avoid Recovery Costs
Stuck with a flat tire and no spare? Temporary sealant can get you back on the road long enough to drive to a garage. Not a proper fix, but way cheaper than recovery and safer than driving on the rim.
💡 Pro tip: Tell your tire place you've used sealant before they start work - they need to clean it out properly. Some won't touch sealant-filled tires at all, so check first.
When Temporary Repairs Work
Sealant has limits - it's not magic:
| ✅ Sealant Will Work | ❌ Too Far Gone |
|---|---|
| Small puncture in tread (nail, screw) | Massive hole or multiple punctures |
| Slow leak you can reinflate | Blown sidewall |
| Tubeless tire with intact bead | Rim damage or torn bead |
| Normal tire (not run-flat) | Structural tire damage |
What You Get
🔧 The Emergency Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check puncture | See if it's repairable with sealant |
| Apply sealant | Inject into tire, rotate to spread |
| Reinflate | Get tire back to safe pressure |
📦 You're Left With
- Tire holding pressure temporarily
- Mobile enough to drive to garage
- Avoided expensive recovery
- Proper repair still needed
Pricing Guide
| Service | Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary puncture fix | 20-30 mins | £60 |
£60 includes emergency callout + sealant. Not suitable for all punctures - I'll advise honestly if it won't work.
Perfect Emergency Fix If...
✅ No spare tire - modern cars often don't have one
✅ Can't change tire yourself - no jack or not confident
✅ Need to get somewhere - avoid waiting for recovery
✅ Small puncture only - nail in tread, slow leak
Why Choose Us for Temporary puncture repair in Exeter?
Get you home or to a garage
Avoid calling recovery
Quick temporary solution
Safer than driving on flat
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess the Damage
I'll check what's caused the puncture and whether sealant will work - some punctures are too big or in the wrong place.
Step 2: Apply Sealant
If it's repairable, sealant goes into the tire through the valve, then I'll rotate the wheel to spread it inside.
Step 3: Reinflate & Test
Pump tire back up to correct pressure, check it's holding, test it's safe enough for you to drive to a garage.
🔧 DIY Tips
Got puncture sealant in your car? Here's how to use it yourself:
🔧 What you'll need
- Tire sealant can (check use-by date)
- Tire pump or compressor
- Valve cap remover
📐 Using sealant
- Remove valve cap, keep it clean
- Shake sealant can thoroughly
- Attach nozzle to tire valve
- Inject full can of sealant
- Immediately drive slowly for 5 mins to spread it
- Reinflate to correct pressure
- Drive carefully to nearest garage
📐 What NOT to do
- Don't use on run-flat tires (check handbook)
- Don't exceed 50mph after sealant use
- Don't drive more than necessary - get proper repair ASAP
- Don't forget to tell tire place you've used sealant
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not driving immediately after injection (sealant needs spreading)
- Thinking it's a permanent fix (it's NOT)
- Using expired sealant (loses effectiveness)
- Overfilling tire with sealant (one can is enough)
- Not warning garage about sealant (they'll be annoyed)
💡 Pro trick: After using sealant, stick a note on your steering wheel saying "SEALANT USED" - reminds you to get proper repair and warns anyone else who might drive the car. Sealant is only good for days, not weeks.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚗 Get proper repair quickly: Sealant is an emergency measure. Drive straight to a garage for proper repair or replacement. Don't leave it weeks - sealant dries out and stops working.
Run-flat tires: Most run-flats shouldn't have sealant used - it can damage the special sidewall construction. Check your handbook or tire sidewall markings. Run-flats are designed to drive flat anyway (carefully).
Tire places that won't touch sealant: Some garages refuse to repair sealant-filled tires - it's messy work cleaning it out. Ring ahead and check they'll deal with it before you limp there.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's a temporary puncture repair?
It's using sealant or an emergency plug to get you mobile enough to drive to a proper garage. It's NOT a permanent fix - you'll still need a proper repair or new tire. But it beats being stranded or calling expensive recovery.
How far can I drive after a temporary repair?
Enough to get you home or to a tire place - usually 50-100 miles max depending on the puncture. Don't do motorway speeds though, take it steady. It's an emergency measure, not a long-term solution.
Will it damage my tire or wheel?
Sealant can make a proper repair harder (tyre places hate cleaning it out), but if the choice is sealant or driving on a flat and wrecking your tire completely, sealant wins. Some run-flat tires shouldn't have sealant though - I'll check before using it.
What if the puncture's too big for sealant?
Then you need a tire change or recovery - sealant only works for small punctures (up to about 6mm). If there's a massive nail or the sidewall's blown, sealant won't help. I'll tell you honestly if it's repairable or not.
Do I need to buy the sealant?
I carry emergency tire sealant usually, but if you've already got a can in your car I can use that. Either way it's included in the £60 - just trying to get you mobile again.
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