Towing & roadside assistance—one local call.

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Towing & roadside assistance—one local call.

Lake View East & North Side focus · 24/7
English & Spanish assistance

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Portage Park Tire Change Service

Flat tire in Portage Park? Call Rick’s at (312) 451-5785 for usable-spare installation. Tell us which tire is affected, where the car is parked and whether you have a compatible spare and wheel-lock key.

Check the spare before booking a tire change

A roadside tire change needs a usable spare suitable for the vehicle. Tell us if it is flat, missing or inaccessible. Follow the spare’s stated limits after installation. A tire change is different from patching or plugging a puncture; Rick’s can discuss towing when a usable spare is unavailable.

Seized lug nuts, wheel locks and damaged rims

Rick’s can remove seized lug nuts. Mention rounded nuts, damaged studs, a missing wheel-lock key or a bent rim before dispatch so the work can be assessed. Wheel or suspension damage may require more than a spare installation.

Safe access beside the affected wheel

Give the street or lot entrance and explain the surface and available space. A garage requires clearance and access confirmation. A narrow exposed traffic position may not be suitable for a roadside tire change; immediate danger should be addressed through emergency services.

What to expect on the call

We confirm the location, vehicle, spare condition, wheel access, availability, arrival estimate and quote. If the damage or parking position prevents a safe change, discuss a compatible tow to your chosen tire shop or repair destination.

See NHTSA tire-safety guidance and follow the spare’s manufacturer limits.

Related services and pickup information

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Confirm availability, arrival estimate and price directly. Call with your vehicle details and exact pickup location.