Mavis tire installation costs $12 to $30 per tire in 2026
Mavis tire installation costs $12 to $30 per tire in 2026. One article says Mavis charges $15 to $30 per tire to mount and balance. TireGrades lists $12 to $25 per tire across shops. ThePricer lists about $22 per tire at Discount Tire. Mavis says on its own page that price varies by region, tire size and vehicle. Disposal, sensors and shop fees can add to the bill. Ask for the out-the-door price.
What price guides say
We checked 4 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Fat Boys Off Road | This article says to expect $15 to $30 per tire for mounting and balancing at Mavis, plus $3 to $7 per tire for disposal and $5 to $10 per wheel for TPMS service. |
| TireGrades | TireGrades says mounting and balancing typically costs $12 to $25 per tire, with Walmart at $12 and Costco at $15. |
| ThePricer | ThePricer lists about $22 per tire at Discount Tire, $18 at Walmart and $20 at Sam's Club, or $80 to $110 for four tires. |
| Mavis | Mavis lists a $25 statement credit per Mavis-brand tire bought with its credit card and a Goodyear mail-in offer of up to $100. |
Tire installation price by fee and shop
| Service or shop | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mount and balance at Mavis, per tire | $15 to $30 | Fat Boys Off Road |
| Mount and balance across shops, per tire | $12 to $25 | TireGrades |
| Discount Tire, per tire | About $22 | ThePricer |
| Four tires at Discount Tire | About $88 | ThePricer |
| Tire disposal, per tire | $3 to $7 | Fat Boys Off Road |
| TPMS service, per wheel | $5 to $10 | Fat Boys Off Road |
| Road force balancing, extra per tire | $10 to $20 | Fat Boys Off Road |
| Road hazard cover, per tire | $15 to $25 | Fat Boys Off Road |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Tire and wheel size | Mavis says its installation price varies by region, tire size and vehicle. Large off-road tires cost more, per one article that lists premium pricing for 33 to 35 inches. |
| Balancing type | Standard mount and balance runs $15 to $30 per tire at Mavis, per one article. Road force balancing adds $10 to $20 per tire. |
| Disposal fee | Old tire disposal runs $3 to $7 per tire in that article and $2 to $5 per tire at TireGrades. State fees vary by location. |
| Sensors and valves | TireGrades lists valve stems at $2 to $5 and TPMS sensors at $50 to $100. The Mavis article lists TPMS service at $5 to $10 per wheel. |
| Where you buy the tires | TireGrades says many shops give free mounting with a tire purchase. Tires bought elsewhere may carry a carry-in fee at some shops, per ThePricer. |
What the price includes
Installation normally means mounting the tire on the wheel and balancing it. One article lists disposal, TPMS service and a shop supply fee as extras. Road hazard cover is optional. TireGrades says many shops give installation free with a tire purchase, so check your quote. Taxes and state tire fees are separate. Mavis says prices vary, so ask your local shop for a full quote.
Who charges this and how it is billed
Mavis is a tire and auto service chain with more than 3,500 locations in 36 states, per its own page. It sells tires and installs them. Mavis says installation price varies by region, tire size and vehicle, so each shop sets its own quote. Billing is usually per tire for mounting and balancing, with small fees added for disposal, sensors and shop supplies. Ask for an itemized quote and the out-the-door total before you agree to the work. Compare it with at least one other shop.
How to tell you need it
You need new tires when the tread is worn low, the sidewall has cracks or bulges, or a tire will not hold air. A pull to one side, a shake at speed or a loud hum can also point to tire trouble. Installation is needed any time a new tire goes on a wheel. Ask a shop to check tread depth and age first. A new tire also needs balancing, so it should be part of the job.
How to judge your quote
- Ask for the out-the-door price for all four tires.
- Ask what fees are added, such as disposal and shop supplies.
- Ask if installation is free with your tire purchase.
- Ask if sensors or road hazard cover are in the quote.
- Compare the total with the range above: $12 to $30 per tire for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Buy the tires at the same shop. TireGrades says many retailers give free mounting and balancing when you buy tires from them.
- Ask about the Mavis card credit. Mavis lists a $25 statement credit for every Mavis-brand tire bought with the Mavis Tire credit card.
- Look for rebates. Mavis lists a mail-in offer of up to $100 on Goodyear tires, plus $50 instant online savings.
- Skip optional extras you do not need. Road hazard cover can add $15 to $25 per tire, per one Mavis article.
- Compare other shops. ThePricer lists Walmart at $18 per tire and Sam's Club at $20 per tire, and says Costco includes installation with tires.
Why this costs more in 2026
Shop labor now runs about $100 to $250 an hour. Many car parts are imported, and freight costs went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Steel, copper, aluminum and resin prices are up too, and they go into almost every part. Rubber, steel and shop labor all cost more in 2026, which pushes the fees around mounting and balancing up.
Dealer or independent shop
A dealer charges the highest labor rate and uses factory parts. An independent shop or a chain usually charges less per hour and may offer aftermarket parts. For a simple job like this one, a chain or independent shop is often the cheaper choice, and the work is the same. Check the shop labor rate first: see our guide to car repair labor rates. Ask for the price in writing before the work starts.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Fat Boys Off Road, TireGrades, ThePricer and Mavis. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does Mavis charge to install tires?
One article says $15 to $30 per tire to mount and balance. Mavis says its price varies by region, tire size and vehicle, so ask your local shop.
What extra fees come with tire installation?
One article lists $3 to $7 per tire for disposal, $5 to $10 per wheel for TPMS service and $5 to $10 in shop supplies. Road hazard cover is optional.
Is tire installation free if I buy tires?
Often. TireGrades says many retailers give free mounting and balancing with a tire purchase. Ask your shop for the full quote.
How much is installation at other shops?
ThePricer lists about $22 per tire at Discount Tire, $18 at Walmart and $20 at Sam's Club. Costco includes installation with tires.
Does Mavis have tire deals?
Mavis lists up to $100 mail-in savings on Goodyear tires and a $25 credit per Mavis-brand tire with its credit card. Offers change, so check Mavis first.