Tire condition matters
A roadside tire plug starts with the condition of the tire. Damage, wear, and the overall state of the tire affect whether a tire plug is appropriate.
Plug-first
Roadside tire plug.
A damaged tire does not always need to be replaced. Vanguard evaluates the tire, the location and type of damage, and the roadside conditions before deciding whether a safe tire plug is appropriate.
Before You Request
What matters for this roadside call.
Damage location matters
Puncture location and type are important. Vanguard's roadside tire service is a plug service for appropriate tread punctures; it is not an internal patch or plug-patch repair.
Roadside conditions matter
A tire plug also depends on whether the vehicle is positioned where the work can be performed safely and practically.
How It Works
From request to roadside service.
Share the exact location
Submit the vehicle location, tire problem, and vehicle details so the request can be evaluated.
Plug suitability is evaluated first
Vanguard reviews whether a tire plug is appropriate before defaulting to a tire change.
Tire plug or spare installation
If a tire plug is appropriate, the tire can be plugged. If not, a usable spare may be installed through the tire-change service.
Pricing & Approval
Tire Plug starts at $79.
The listed amount is a starting price. Travel distance, vehicle type, accessibility, service complexity, and roadside conditions can change the final price. If the approved amount changes, Vanguard communicates it before service begins.
Requests between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM include the listed $30 after-hours service charge.
Before dispatch
Submit the service request with the exact vehicle location. Vanguard reviews the call, confirms the approved amount, and coordinates dispatch based on availability.
Start Roadside RequestQuestions
Tire Plug FAQ.
Can every punctured tire be plugged?
No. Plug suitability depends on tire condition, damage location and type, and whether a safe roadside tire plug is appropriate.
What happens if the tire cannot be plugged?
If a tire plug is not appropriate and the vehicle has a usable spare, Vanguard can install the spare through the roadside tire-change service.
How much does roadside tire plug service start at?
Roadside tire plug starts at $79. Travel distance, vehicle type, accessibility, service complexity, and roadside conditions can change the final price.
Do you accept tire-plug requests beyond the 20-mile local area?
Yes. Extended-distance requests can be accepted when availability, travel distance, service type, and roadside conditions make the call practical.
Is there an after-hours charge?
Yes. Requests between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM include the listed $30 after-hours service charge.
Ready When the Road Isn’t.
Send the vehicle location and service details.
Local service covers approximately 20 miles around Dover, Kentucky; extended-distance requests can reach approximately 65 miles.