What to Expect With an Alignment
1. Schedule Your Appointment
Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.
2. Diagnostics and Inspections
Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.
3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate
Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.
4. Review and Approval
A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.
5. Work Performed or Scheduled
Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.
If you're concerned about the tread on your tires, we recommend the “penny test” to check your tread depth. Simply insert a penny into your tire's tread groove with Lincoln's head upside down and facing you. If you can see all of Lincoln's head, your tread depth is less than 2/32 inch and it's time to replace your tires.
How Christian Brothers Automotive Can Help
We recommend getting your wheel alignment checked every 6,000 miles or every 6 months, even if you don’t notice any obvious issues. Subtle misalignments can lead to uneven tire wear, reduced fuel efficiency, and unnecessary stress on your suspension system.
As part of our free courtesy inspection, we often identify early signs of alignment problems during routine services like oil changes. If you think your vehicle might be out of alignment, let us know; we’re happy to take a look.
Why Choose Christian Brothers Automotive Castle Hills?
We pride ourselves on honest, clear communication and doing what's right for you and your vehicle. Our owner/operators are on-site and involved in daily service, ensuring every alignment is performed with care, precision, and integrity.
We use manufacturer-quality alignment equipment and stand behind our work with a service guarantee backed by an industry-leading warranty. When you leave our shop, you can feel confident that your vehicle was serviced the right way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are the Benefits of a 4-Wheel Alignment?
A 4-wheel alignment ensures all wheels are properly aligned with each other and the road, improving handling, extending tire life, and increasing fuel efficiency. It’s especially helpful in keeping your car stable in daily traffic and varied driving conditions.
How Often Should I Get a Wheel Alignment?
We recommend an alignment check every 6,000 miles, or after any significant impact—like hitting a pothole or curb. Regular alignments help your vehicle run efficiently and prevent uneven tire wear.
Why Is Tire Alignment Important?
Proper alignment helps your tires wear evenly and keeps your vehicle handling safely. Ignoring it can lead to premature tire wear, poor fuel economy, and added strain on your steering and suspension systems.
For Honest, High-Quality Wheel Alignments, Visit Christian Brothers Automotive Castle Hills today! Call (972) 770-4837 or contact us online to schedule an appointment.
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FAQs
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Q. "What is the difference between a wheel alignment and a wheel balance?"Wheel alignment is the term for how your wheels sit when mounted to your car and wheel balancing is what’s done to perfectly balance the weight of a tire and wheel assembly so that it travels evenly.
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Q. "How often should I get a wheel alignment?"We recommend every 6,000 miles or when you experience signs of misalignment.
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Q. "What causes bad alignment?"Normal wear and tear can eventually cause your car to come out of alignment, but perhaps a more sudden occurrence would be things like hitting potholes, bumping curbs, or even minor accidents. Click here to read more on the causes and consequences of bad alignment.
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Q. "Do you offer a shuttle service?"Yes! we understand you have a full schedule. Whether you need to get to work, school, or need to attend to other responsibilities, we can take you where you need to go. Click here to learn more.
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Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
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Q. "Can you provide service under my extended warranty?"Yes. At Christian Brothers Automotive, we work with all major extended warranty providers to make needed repairs for our customers. If you have an extended warranty, you can discuss your carrier with our team when scheduling an appointment and confirm that the work will be covered. You can find a partial list of the extended warranty companies we work with here.
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"Will and Brad have wonderful customer service. i have had several items taken Care of by the castle hills location And have Always been satisfied. My Alternator was replaced at a much lower cost than i was expecting and they even Returned My car to me when"
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