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Why choose the RAC for brake pads and discs replacement?

With RAC Mobile Mechanics, you can avoid the hassle of taking your vehicle to a garage. We can do brake repairs on your driveway, so you don't even need to leave the house.

Our top-quality brake parts meet OEM standards – that means we only use parts that meet your vehicle manufacturer’s strict quality criteria. And with our 12-month guarantee, you can drive away with confidence. No hidden costs, just friendly, honest experts.

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Our top pick for your Audi

We’ll come to you at home or work

RAC Mobile Mechanic for your Audi

At the RAC, we’ve got over 125 years’ experience in offering complete peace of mind to our members. We’re best known for our breakdown service. And now – our new RAC Mobile Mechanics are here to help make every day motoring easier. If you need a service or repair, they’ll come to you at your home or work.

Brake pads and disc replacements

From £149**

If your brakes are making noise or you’re noticing reduced stopping power, it’s likely time to replace your brake pads or discs. Our mobile mechanics can come to you at home or work to replace them, all without the hassle of getting to a garage!

OEM quality parts

We use original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standard parts, which means every new part will be the same standard and same quality as the original part it replaced.

Mechanics you can trust

Our mobile mechanics are friendly, honest, and backed by the RAC.

Vehicle diagnostic check

£99

Our mobile mechanics will spend up to 30 minutes checking your car for faults and talk you through any repairs you might need and give you a report for your records. Plus, when we’ve diagnosed the problem get £50 off mobile mechanic repairs over £150 – for a limited time only. ^†T&Cs apply. Offer ends 03/08, 23:59.

Diagnostic check

We’ll look for any mechanical or electrical problems. If we need to, we’ll also check your car’s onboard engine management system. Depending on your car and issue, this will usually include: – Engine – Power steering – Brakes – Transmission – Exhaust system – Fuel injection system – Cooling system and air flow – Sensors

Full error report and advice on repairs

If we detect any issues, we'll talk through what needs to be repaired. We’ll give you a no-obligation quote to fix it on the spot, if we can. Or we’ll recommend a local RAC Approved Garage, and give you a full error report to take there.

And it’s not just brake pads and disc replacements we can do for your Audi

Mobile mechanics bring the garage to you, saving you the hassle of getting your car to a garage. If you need a service or repair, they’ll come to you at your home or work.

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Polyne Garage.

4.4/5

Here at Polyne Garage we are a small local, independent, family run business and have been serving Saltash, Liskeard and the surrounding area for over 60 years. We offer a genuinely friendly and personal service and as a Unipart Car Care Centre, as well as first class mechanics and workshops, we offer top quality parts at competitive prices. We provide a unique 12 month / 12,000 mile warranty on parts and labour, which is honoured at over 2000 Car Care Centres nationwide. We also understand that dropping off and collecting your vehicle is not always convenient so we offer a collection and delivery service, please feel free to contact us for more information on this. We can estimate all jobs and will advise you in advance if any variation is necessary. Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM. From all of us here at Polyne Garage we look forward to hearing from you.

Trerulefoot, Saltash, Cornwall, PL125DA

GJB Autos

4.2/5

Welcome to GJB Autos, we are a garage conveniently located on Littlestone Road New Romney. We serve the local community of the Romney Marsh and surrounding areas. We are proud to have been established since 1975, in North Street New Romney and moving to our current premises in Littlestone Road in 2015. GJB Autos have built a great reputation providing a professional and friendly service to all our customers. It’s important to regularly maintain and check your car, not only for your safety and the safety of drivers around you but it will also help to sell your car in the future with a comprehensive service history. GJB Autos offer a comprehensive range of services at our service center including engine diagnostics, servicing, brakes, tyres, air conditioning, ECU remapping and much more. With many years experience in the industry, we can carry out servicing on all makes and models of vehicle. GJB Autos is a VOSA approved MOT testing centre for class 1,2, and 4 and a registered member of the GoodGarageScheme.com RMI, Autofirst Network, RAC Approved/Accredited, we guarantee quality and efficient work at reasonable prices every time.

8 Littlestone Road, New Romney, Romney Marsh, TN288PL

CENTRAL AUTO REPAIRS LTD

4.4/5

Central Auto Repair Services is a place where we repair cars with the utmost care and attention. While you can go to several other garages for the same work, we give you plenty of reasons for why should you rather visit us. Since its establishment, Central Auto Repair Services has never stopped evolving and upgrading its facilities and services. We want to make sure that we take care of your vehicles in the best possible way, as it is something that you treasure so much. Over the years, word of mouth has been our biggest advertisement method. We have made sure that we provide our customers with nothing less than satisfaction, while they let others know about our standards as well. From a small garage run by a family to being one of the best garages in the city, Central Auto Repair Services has a story of its own. While the first technicians were none other than the family members, we now take pride in our extended family of experts. Over time, we have trained our technicians extensively to make sure that they deliver nothing less than quality services. We also make sure to help them gain confidence and fluency with their work, which is helpful when someone asks for advice related to their cars. They are now some of the best technicians in the city which is all thanks to their years of hard work and dedication. While our experts have contributed so much time in making themselves better and more efficient, we considered it our duty to help them as well. We make sure that the latest pieces of equipment are available at Central Auto Repair Services. This helps them enhance their work quality even more while being able to satisfy our customers with more efficiency. Our customers have never had to complain about an issue that wasn’t dealt with properly, and neither about some issue which could be the result of our carelessness. We know that your time is precious, and so are you for us. We offer a wide range of best in class services for your car. We can efficiently deal with all the parts of your car like brakes, clutches, cambelts, wheel balancing and alignment, diagnostics, etc. We make sure that all of these services are dealt with the greatest care and no scope of error is left. As part of our efficient servicing system, all the cars undergo a complete check-up to ensure that the work done is proper and effective. Central Auto Repair Services are not only known for their diagnostic services, but also for providing our customers with quality products. In case you are looking for a new set of tyres for your car, you can get some of the best ones from us. We have a wide range of latest tyres from top manufacturers like Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Michelin, and Yokohama. We have a collection of all the types of tyres that they manufacture. From budget tyres to performance tyres, Central Auto Repair Services is a hub for all types of tyres. We work for your satisfaction and to gain your trust through our work. We promise to deliver nothing but top-notch quality services to our customers and never let them be in trouble due to our ignorance. Being a family-led business, we know what safety of your loved ones means and we make sure to never compromise it. Visit us at Central Auto Repair Services and you’ll never have to give it a second thought to visit us again. We believe that the only hard work that you should do is pay the bills, the rest is our stuff to take care of, and we do that damn well.

Central Auto Repair Services, Bridge Road Garage, Worthing, BN147BU

Teltyres Ltd

5.0/5

An Independent family owned business. Established for over 50 years. We specialise in Tyres, exhausts, brakes, batteries, servicing and wheel alignment.

Springhill, Wellington, Telford, TF1 3NA

Maidenhead Auto Repair Centre

5.0/5

Maidenhead Auto Repair Centre are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the Network’s 6 core values of Capability, Consistency, Care, Clarity, Cost Effectiveness and Customer Focus. For your added peace of mind we are members of the Motor Ombudsman service which is approved by The Trading Standards Institute. In short, we are a local garage you can trust offering you the support and service guarantees of a national network, giving you complete peace of mind. Since 1985, we have been building our Maidenhead garage and investing in the latest equipment so that we’re always one step ahead. We specialise in all makes and models of vehicles for Servicing, Mechanical Repairs, Bodywork and Accident Repairs plus MOT’s, Valet Services and Fleet Cars, which has enabled us to become the largest independent auto repair centre in Maidenhead. Our Maidenhead repair workshop is fully equipped with the latest technology to carry out all types of mechanical work from routine servicing to major overhauls and repairs. We accommodate four separate working bays all with hydraulic lifts and exhaust gas extraction. Each station employs its own fitting bench and full set of tools For body work, all spraying is carried out in our Nova Verta Booth which is large enough to accommodate all cars and Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV’s). We also have built in infrared heaters which allow the booth to perform low temperature baking to ensure a durable finish. If you’re looking for bodywork repairs in Maidenhead, then you’ve come to the right place.

M.A House, Cordwallis Street, Maidenhead, SL6 7BE

Frequently asked questions about brake pads

How often should I replace brake pads?

Brake pads typically need replacing every 20,000 to 70,000 miles, but this depends on your driving habits and the type of brake pads you use. Regular inspections can help determine the right time for replacement.

Can I replace the brake pads myself?

Yes, if you have the necessary tools and mechanical knowledge, you can replace brake pads yourself. However, unless you’re a trained mechanic, it’s safer and more efficient to entrust the work to a trained professional.

How do I know my brake pads are worn?

Worn brake pads often cause squealing or grinding noises, reduced braking performance, and vibrations when braking. Visual inspections can also reveal thin brake pads that need replacing.

How do I know I need new brake discs?

You may need new brake discs if you experience vibrations when braking, see grooves or score marks on the disc, or notice a longer stopping distance. A professional inspection can confirm if the brake discs need replacing.

How often do you need to change your brake discs?

Brake discs last longer than brake pads and typically need replacing every 50,000 to 70,000 miles. The exact lifespan depends on driving conditions and habits.

How can I check my brake pads to see if they are worn?

To check your brake pads yourself:

Look through the wheel spokes: You should see the brake pad pressed against the brake disc.
Measure the thickness: If the pad is less than 3mm (about 0.12 in) thick, it needs replacing.
Listen for noises: Squealing or grinding noises indicate worn pads.

If you spot anything unusual or out of the ordinary, make sure you speak to a mechanic as soon as possible.

What is brake fade?

Brake fade occurs when the braking system overheats and loses its ability to generate friction. This can happen after continuous hard braking, such as driving down a steep hill. A brake fade reduces braking performance and can be dangerous.

How much does a brake pad and brake disc replacement cost?

Replacing both brake pads and discs can cost between £200 and £500 per axle, depending on the vehicle and type of parts used. Get multiple quotes to make sure you’re getting the best deal.

Can I drive with worn brake pads?

Driving with worn brake pads can compromise your safety and damage other braking components in your vehicle. It is best to replace them as soon as you notice they are worn.

Are there different types of brake pads?

Yes, there are several types of brake pads:

Ceramic brake pads: Known for being quiet and producing less dust.
Semi-metallic brake pads: Durable and effective but can be noisy.
Organic brake pads: Made from non-metallic materials, they are quieter but wear out faster.

Each type has its pros and cons, so choose based on your driving needs.

What is the difference between brake pads and brake discs?

Brake pads are components that press against the brake discs (rotors) to create friction and slow the car. Brake discs are the rotors attached to the wheels that the brake pads clamp onto. Both are essential for effective braking.

How can I extend the life of my brake pads?

To extend the life of your brake pads:

Drive smoothly: Avoid hard braking whenever possible.
Maintain a safe distance: This reduces the need for sudden stops.
Regular inspections: Check your brake pads regularly to catch wear early. Inspection should form part of your yearly service.

How long does a brake pad replacement take?

A brake pad replacement typically takes about 1 to 2 hours per axle, depending on the vehicle and the mechanic's experience. If additional repairs are needed, it might take longer.

Can I upgrade my brake pads?

Yes, you can upgrade to high-performance brake pads for better braking performance. Consider options like ceramic or semi-metallic pads if you need improved durability and stopping power.

What should I do if my brake warning light comes on?

If the brake warning light comes on, it usually indicates that your brake pads are worn or there is another issue with the braking system. To avoid progressive damage to your vehicle, get your brakes checked out by a professional as soon as you can.

Why do my brakes squeal?

Brakes can squeal for several reasons:

Worn brake pads: Low pads can cause squealing.
Glazed pads: Overheating can glaze the pads and cause noise.
Dust and debris: Accumulation can cause squealing.

Regular maintenance and timely replacements can prevent squealing.

What is a brake pad sensor?

A brake pad sensor is a small device that alerts you when your brake pads are worn and need replacing. It activates the brake warning light on the dashboard when the pads reach a certain wear level.

Can a mobile mechanic replace my brake pads?

Yes, a mobile mechanic can replace your brake pads at your home or workplace. This service offers convenience and ensures your brakes are in good condition without needing to visit a garage.

Can worn brake pads damage other parts of the braking system?

Yes, driving with worn brake pads can damage other parts of your vehicle, such as the brake discs and calipers. This can lead to more expensive repairs, so it’s best to have any issues seen to as soon as you notice them.

What should I do if my car judders when braking?

If your car judders when braking, it could indicate warped brake discs or unevenly worn brake pads. Have your braking system inspected and repaired by a professional.

Are brake pads covered under warranty?

Brake pads are usually considered a wear-and-tear item and probably won’t be covered under standard warranties. However, some premium brake pads come with a limited warranty, so it’s worth checking the details when you buy.

What’s the difference between original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and aftermarket brake pads?

OEM brake pads: Made by the vehicle manufacturer or an approved supplier. They match the original specifications.
Aftermarket brake pads: Made by third-party manufacturers. They can offer a wider range of options but vary in quality.

Both options have their pros and cons. Talk to a mechanic to choose the best for your needs.