Tires

Find the Right Tires for Your Vehicle in Somerset, KY

Your tires determine how safely your vehicle stops on wet Kentucky roads during summer thunderstorms, how well it handles rural gravel roads, and how efficiently it drives through Southern Kentucky’s varying conditions. Reed’s Tire helps Somerset and surrounding communities select tires matching their vehicle specifications, local driving conditions, and budget – with complete professional installation, fair pricing, and the personal service that comes from a family-owned shop.

What Sets Reed’s Tire Apart:

• Complete installation included – mounting, computerized balancing, and disposal included with every tire purchase
• Competitive pricing – fair, transparent pricing on quality tires without the markup of big-box stores or the hidden fees of online retailers
• Comprehensive brand selection – Bridgestone, Firestone, Michelin, BF Goodrich, Carlisle, Fierce, GBC, General, GT Radial, Hankook, Pirelli, Roadmaster, Titan, Uniroyal, Continental, Cooper Tires, Dunlop, Falken, Goodyear, Kelly Tires, Kumho Tires, Mastercraft Tires, Yokohama, and Toyo
• Family-owned accountability – personal service and honest recommendations from people who stake their family reputation on every tire sale
• Road hazard protection available – optional coverage protects against punctures and impact damage common on Kentucky roads

How Do You Know When You Need New Tires?

Recognizing tire replacement timing protects your safety and prevents being stranded with tire failure.

• Tread depth below 4/32″

• Age over 6 years

• Uneven wear patterns

• Visible damage

What Tire Type Is Right for Your Driving?

Tire category selection affects daily performance more significantly than brand choice. Understanding differences helps match tires to actual needs.

All-Season Tires provide balanced year-round performance for moderate climates.

Performance All-Season Tires enhance handling response, cornering grip, and wet-weather performance compared to standard all-season designs, while maintaining reasonable wear life. 

Highway/Touring Tires emphasize ride comfort, low noise, and maximum tread life.

Light Truck and SUV Tires divide into subcategories based on usage:

• Highway-terrain (H/T) tires prioritize on-road comfort and fuel efficiency for SUVs and trucks rarely driven off-pavement
• All-terrain (A/T) tires provide moderate off-road capability with acceptable on-road manners
• Mud-terrain (M/T) tires maximize off-road traction for serious off-road use but compromise on-road comfort, noise, and fuel economy

Load Range and Ply Rating matter significantly for trucks regularly carrying heavy loads or towing boats, campers, or trailers.

What’s Included in Our Tire Installation Service?

Complete professional installation ensures new tires perform safely and last their full expected lifespan.

• Mounting and Balancing

• • Valve Stem Replacement (optional) 

• Tire Disposal

• Torque Specifications

How Should You Maintain Tires for Maximum Lifespan?

Proper tire maintenance extends tread life by 25-40% compared to neglected tires, saving hundreds of dollars while maintaining safety.

Monthly pressure checks prevent the most common cause of premature tire wear. 

Tire rotation every 5,000-7,000 miles distributes wear evenly across all four tires.

Alignment checks should occur after tire installation (included free with tire purchase), when you notice pulling or uneven wear, after suspension work, when hitting significant potholes (common on Tennessee roads after winter), or annually as preventative maintenance.

Visual inspections during every service visit catch developing problems early.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “tires for less” mean?

We provide fair, competitive pricing on quality tires without the markup of big-box retailers or the hidden fees common with online tire sales. When you buy tires online, you pay for shipping (often $50-100+), then pay a local shop for mounting, balancing, valve stems, TPMS service, and disposal (typically $80-150+). Our installed price includes all these services. We’re confident our total cost is competitive or better than online options, plus you get immediate installation, local accountability, and free lifetime rotation. As a family-owned shop, we focus on fair pricing that builds long-term relationships, not maximizing profit on each sale.

How long do tires typically last in Kentucky?

Most all-season tires deliver 50,000-70,000 miles with proper rotation and inflation maintenance. Kentucky’s hot summers accelerate rubber aging compared to cooler regions. Performance tires typically last 40,000-60,000 miles due to softer compounds. Light truck tires vary from 40,000 miles for aggressive off-road designs to 70,000+ miles for highway-oriented models. Regardless of tread depth remaining, tires over 6 years old should be inspected annually for age-related degradation – our heat and humidity accelerate this process.

Can you repair a tire with a nail or puncture?

We repair tires when punctures meet strict safety criteria: located in the tread area (not shoulder or sidewall), puncture diameter 1/4″ or smaller, no previous repairs in immediately adjacent areas, and tire overall condition is good. We use professional combination plug-patch repairs installed from inside the tire after thorough inspection. Sidewall punctures, large holes, multiple punctures, or damage from driving on a flat tire typically cannot be safely repaired and require replacement. Road hazard warranty (if purchased) covers unrepairable damage.

Do I need to replace all four tires at once?

All-wheel-drive vehicles typically require replacing all four tires simultaneously because tread depth differences cause driveline stress and expensive component damage. Front-wheel-drive and rear-wheel-drive vehicles can often replace tires in pairs if tread depth difference between new and remaining tires is 3/32″ or less. We measure your existing tires precisely and advise whether pair replacement is safe for your vehicle.

What sizes and styles are included in your large wheel selection?

We stock and can source wheel sizes from 14″ through 24″+ diameters in various widths and offsets. Applications include factory replacement wheels, larger custom wheels for trucks and SUVs, off-road wheels, trailer wheels, and specialty applications. Styles range from steel wheels to alloy wheels in various finishes. If we don’t have your specific wheel in stock, we can typically source it within 1-2 business days through our supplier network. Our large selection means faster service compared to shops with limited inventory requiring long special orders.

Is road hazard warranty worth buying?

Road hazard protection typically costs 10-15% of tire purchase price and covers unrepairable punctures, impact damage from potholes, and sidewall cuts. Coverage makes financial sense for drivers frequently encountering rough roads, gravel roads, or seasonal pothole damage – all common in Southern Kentucky, especially in rural areas. If you rarely experience tire damage and purchased value-tier tires, you might choose to self-insure. We explain coverage terms clearly and let you decide based on your typical driving environment.

Schedule Your Tire Service Today

Whether you need tires, tire rotation, repair, wheels, or expert selection advice, our family-owned shop provides the honest service and fair pricing Somerset and surrounding Southern Kentucky communities trust.

Reed’s Tire:

Call: (606) 678-0321

Address: 75 Kit Cowan Rd, Somerset, KY 42503