Follow proper tire maintenance recommendations, including proper balancing and rotating to get the most mileage from tires. Reuse Buy used or retreaded tires. Repair Repair leaking tires. Tire stems, nail holes and leaking seals can sometimes be repaired in tires with adequate tread left on them. Disposal It is illegal to dispose of tires in the garbage, on private property or on public land.
Stockpiled tires can provide a breeding place for insects.
Tires can be dropped off at most service stations for a fee. Take tires for a fee to the South Hennepin Recycling and Problem Waste Drop Off Center. See Drop Off Centers . Tools See Rental Equipment . Buy second hand or reconditioned tools.