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Trailer Repair & Tire Service — Complete Brake Service (preview)

When a trailer drops a tire mid-route or fails a brake check at a roadside inspection, the load stops moving and the meter starts running. Complete Brake Service has been the trailer repair and tire service shop in Columbus that fleet operators, owner-operators, and contractors count on since 1986. Our shop is sized for full-length trailers, our equipment handles 22.5" and 24.5" wheels, and our experience covers the full scope of trailer service — from a flat tire to a DOT inspection, from a brake adjustment to a wiring repair.

Trailer Services

Mounted on a tractor or dropped at our lot — we handle the work that keeps trailers compliant and rolling. Dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, dump trailers, and the commercial trailers that move freight.

Trailer Tire Service

Trailer tire repair, replacement, mounting, and balancing on every commercial position. Same-day service typically available on common sizes — we know a flat trailer tire is an emergency, and we treat it that way.

Trailer Brake Service

The namesake service in trailer form — air brake repair, slack adjusters, S-cams, brake drums and shoes, ABS components, and brake adjustment to DOT spec.

Suspension, Axles & Bearings

Air ride and leaf spring suspension, kingpins on dollies, wheel bearing service, axle and seal repair, and the running-gear work that keeps a trailer tracking straight.

Lights, Wiring & DOT

Trailer lighting (clearance, brake, turn, marker), 7-pin and ABS connectors, wiring harness repair, and DOT-compliant trailer inspections including all required components.

Trusted in Columbus Since 1986

580 W Town St, Columbus, OH 43215  ·  Mon–Fri 8a–6p  ·  Sat 9a–2p

When to Bring Your Trailer In

Trailer issues range from urgent (flat tire mid-route) to scheduled (annual DOT). Whatever brought you in, we'll work to get you back rolling with as little downtime as possible.

Flat or damaged trailer tireRepairable punctures get patched; sidewall damage, blowouts, or worn tread mean replacement. We carry common commercial sizes and have same-day access on the rest.
DOT trailer inspection dueSchedule before the deadline. We'll do the inspection and address any flagged items in the same visit when possible.
Air brake or pressure issueSlow buildup, audible leaks, or a brake adjustment failure — air system issues on trailers are common and we diagnose them quickly.
Bearing noise or hub heatHowling bearings or a wheel hub running hot mean stopping promptly. Continued driving destroys spindles fast.
Lighting or ABS connector failureA dead clearance light, no brake lights, or an ABS warning lamp from the truck-trailer connector — small fix, big violation potential if you skip it.
Out-of-service violationBring the inspection report. We'll work through it, document the corrections, and get you back on the road compliant.

Get Your Trailer Back to Hauling Loads

Real diagnostics, fair pricing, and the equipment to handle the full trailer service scope under one roof.

Schedule a Service Call (614) 221-4888

Why Fleets and Owner-Operators Choose CBS for Trailer Work

Built for Trailer Work

Our lot has the room for full-length trailers and tractor-trailer combinations. Our equipment fits 22.5" and 24.5" wheels. Most general repair shops can't physically take trailer work — we're built specifically to do it.

Tires and Brakes Under One Roof

The two most common trailer service needs are tire and brake work — and we do them both. One shop, one visit, no chasing parts between two locations.

DOT-Compliant and Documentation-Ready

We perform DOT trailer inspections, address out-of-service violations, and produce the documentation your operation needs. Compliance matters, and our paperwork is built to support it.

Fast When You Need Fast

Trailer downtime costs you money. We prioritize active commercial work — when a tractor-trailer rolls in with an emergency, we move on it. Schedule ahead when you can; show up urgent when you have to.

Trailer Repair & Tire Service Questions, Answered

The questions Columbus-area and passing-through trailer operators ask us most.

Can you replace trailer tires same-day?

Most of the time, yes — for common commercial sizes (22.5" and 24.5"). We carry the most-requested tires on the rack, and for sizes we don't keep in stock we have same-day access through our suppliers. Call ahead with the tire size on the sidewall and we can confirm availability before you roll in.

Do you do trailer tire repair, or only replacement?

Both. Tread-area punctures from nails, screws, or road debris can usually be safely repaired with a plug-and-patch combination, as long as the tire still has good remaining tread and the puncture isn't in the sidewall or shoulder. Sidewall damage or large punctures require replacement. We'll inspect, recommend the right approach, and only replace when we have to.

What's the legal minimum tread depth on trailer tires?

Federal DOT regulations require a minimum tread depth of 2/32" on trailer-position tires (steer-axle tires on a tractor require 4/32"). Anything below those depths is an out-of-service violation at a roadside inspection. We measure tread depth as part of every trailer inspection and replacement decision.

Do you do air brake work on trailers?

Yes — and trailer air brakes are core to our work. We diagnose air leaks, replace slack adjusters and S-cams, repair valves and plumbing, replace drums and shoes, and bring trailer brake systems back into spec. If you're failing brake adjustment at inspection, we can find and fix the cause quickly.

Do you provide DOT trailer inspections?

Yes. We perform DOT-compliant annual inspections on trailers — air brake systems, slack adjusters, lighting, suspension, tires, kingpin (where applicable), wiring connectors, and the full required inspection scope. If we find issues during the inspection, most can be addressed in the same visit when scheduling allows.

Can you handle trailer suspension and axle issues?

Yes. Air ride suspension service, leaf spring repair, wheel bearing replacement, axle and seal work, and the running-gear repairs that keep a trailer tracking straight and not eating tires. If a trailer is wandering, dog-tracking, or wearing tires unevenly, suspension or axle work is usually involved.

What types of trailers do you service?

Dry van trailers, reefer (refrigerated) trailers, flatbeds, drop decks, dump trailers, tankers, and the commercial trailers common in fleet and owner-operator service. Our work focuses on the mechanical, brake, tire, and DOT-compliance side — we don't do frame welding, custom builds, or body modifications, but the running-gear and compliance work that keeps trailers operational is our wheelhouse.

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