Rolling Rims

Alloy wheel repair and refurbishment in Great Dunmow, Essex

Rolling Rims is a family-run business based in Great Dunmow, Essex, dedicated to the repair and refurbishment of alloy wheels. With over 15 years of experience, the workshop serves drivers across Essex and nearby areas, offering a range of services from basic repairs to custom split rim rebuilds. The company states it has repaired or refurbished over 100,000 wheels for more than 50,000 customers.

The workshop operates from Unit 1 & 2, Zone B, Chelmsford Road Industrial Estate, Chelmsford Road, Dunmow CM6 1HD. It provides collection and delivery across Essex, including towns such as Chelmsford, Brentwood, Braintree, Colchester, Southend and Bishop's Stortford. For customers who prefer to visit, in-store drop-off is also available.

Services for alloy wheel restoration and customisation

Rolling Rims offers a comprehensive set of services aimed at restoring and enhancing alloy wheels:

• Collection & Delivery: The team can collect the vehicle from a home or work address, remove the wheels and leave the car safely on axle stands, then return the refurbished wheels.
• Diamond Cutting: Using a specialist alloy wheel lathe, a thin layer of alloy is removed to achieve a high-quality finish with a quick turnaround.
• Powder Coating: A bespoke powder coating service restores and protects wheels with a durable, decorative finish, using high-quality powders and advanced application techniques.
• Split Rims: Split rim refurbishment is a specialty; the workshop can repair, rebuild and refurbish any split rim using bespoke tools, combining diamond cutting, polishing and various paint finishes.
• Colour Coding: The workshop stocks 150 different paint types, from OEM to custom, and offers an exact colour matching service if a match is not available off the shelf.
• Lease Car Returns: Inspection of alloy wheels before returning a leased car helps identify issues that may need attention.
• Straightening: Most buckled wheels can be repaired using a state-of-the-art alloy wheel straightener, addressing damage from potholes, kerbs and other impacts.
• Welding: Cracks in alloy wheels, often caused by impacts, can be repaired quickly, saving the cost of a new wheel.

In addition to these services, the company handles general repair and refurbishment, and can supply and fit tyres.

Reputation and customer feedback

Rolling Rims holds a 4.9-star rating on Google from over 270 reviews. Customer testimonials highlight the quality of workmanship, friendly service and efficient turnaround. The team includes Toby (Director), Mollie (Sales and Marketing Executive), Wiggy (Lathe Operator / Painter), Bill (Painter), Matt (Prep), Russell (Fitter / Trainee Prep), Harry and Lee (Drivers / Tyre Fitters), Matt (Tyre Fitter) and Conor (Prep).

Warranty and additional information

Refurbishments carried out by Rolling Rims come with up to 12 months warranty on applicable work. The company also operates a blog with news and insights on wheel care and maintenance.