Low Cost Brake Repair

Because no car lasts forever, one thing that they all will need eventually is a brake repair. These are probably the most important part of the vehicle because without the brakes, the vehicle won't stop, putting everyone in the vehicle at risk for injury or death. Having your brakes repaired is not as expensive as you may think and if you keep them properly maintained and be aware of how your vehicle is responding all the time, the cost will be even less. The best way to find out if you need repair done on your vehicle is to stop and occasionally listen to the sounds your vehicle is making. If you hear a grinding sound when you brake, or your brake pedal feels a little rough, you may need your brake pads replaced. The earlier you find the problem, the less the repair will cost. A brake pad replacement is an easy enough repair that you can perform yourself. Your local auto parts store will know what you need, all you need to do is ask for the right parts. The average cost for a set of brake pads is $15.00 per wheel and you will definitely want to buy a pair so that you can repair both at the same time so that both wheels will have the same wear. However, if you wait too long to have the brakes repaired, or if you have had them repaired several times, you may need to repair the rotors along with the pads. These usually cost around $30.00 to $60.00 for each wheel. You can also make this repair at home but is a little more time consuming than just changing the pads. If you do choose to have your brake repair performed by a skilled service technician in a service shop you may pay somewhere between $150.00 to $1,000.00 to have the job done. The amount you pay will depend on the condition of your brake parts, how much time it takes, and how much the labor costs will be. This is a great option; if you don't feel comfortable doing the brake repairs yourself. To find a reputable mechanic, you should talk to friends and family and do some research into the auto shop so that you know that you are being treated fairly. Because good brakes are very important for your safety it is important to make sure that they are repaired correctly and if you don't feel comfortable, at any time, performing your own brake work, call a reputable mechanic. Your life may depend on it.