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Do you suspect your car might need a brake repair?

Are you familiar with the signs that it’s time to replace different brake components?

If you have questions about the brake system in your car, we have answers.

This article can teach you to recognize the signs that indicate an issue with your brakes as well as assist you in determining how to budget for replacement brake parts on your vehicle.

Signs I Need My Car Brakes Serviced

You may need your brakes serviced if you experience the following:

• -Burning smell near tires
• -Car pulling to the side while stopping
• -Clicking or squealing noise while braking
• -Difficulty pushing the brake pedal down
• -Longer stopping times
• -Vibrations when stepping on the brake pedal
• -Sponginess in the brake pedal

Have your brakes inspected to confirm the cause. The sooner you repair your brakes, the safer your vehicle will be to drive. What’s more, you’ll prevent damage to the other brake system components and parts in your vehicle that may be affected by the malfunctioning or worn part.

For the Anti-Brake System (ABS) and parking brake, issues include:

• -Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) light doesn’t turn off
• -ABS doesn’t engage or turns on at incorrect times
• -Parking brake is hard to engage or release
• -Parking brake light stays on while driving
• -Dragging sensation while driving

In many scenarios, it’s likely that you’ll realize there’s an issue involving the brake system since there will be some correlation between using the brakes and the issue occurring.

Brake repair is a necessary service for any car owner. Over time, brakes can become worn down and less effective, making it more difficult to stop your car. In some cases, brake repair may be as simple as replacing worn-out pads. In other cases, more extensive repairs may be needed. Either way, it is important to have your brakes checked regularly.

Address Brake Issues in Redwood City

Chestnut Automotive & Towing offers budget-friendly brake repairs in Redwood City.

Our skilled technicians will handle your brake service, from inspections to routine maintenance (like changing the brake pads, shoes, and rotors) and more complex repairs. If you are in need of brake repair, or would like to schedule a brake inspection, please contact our shop today. We would be happy to help keep your car running safely and smoothly.

When Should I Inspect My Car Brakes?

A great time to request a brake inspection is during a tire rotation or installation service. Since the tires need to come off the vehicle for these services, it’s an ideal opportunity for technicians to check the brakes. Inspections typically include a technician assessing the thickness of the brake shoes and brake pads, the condition of brake discs (rotors) and drums, the brake calipers, the feel of the brake pedal, the quality and level of brake fluid, and other areas such as the brake lines, master cylinder, springs, clips, and similar brake hardware.

At Chestnut Automotive & Towing, we’ll discuss the services your vehicle needs, whether it’s new calipers, a brake pad replacement, or a brake fluid change. The best part? We provide affordable brake service, with financing available to split up payments into smaller increments that can be paid over an extended period of time.

Since 1991-that’s over 30 years now-we’ve been serving satisfied drivers with superb brake service in Redwood City, California.

And-what's this? We currently offer a FREE brake inspection on a variety of makes and models.

Ensure Safe Brakes in Redwood City

Don't delay brake repairs. Schedule an appointment at Chestnut Automotive & Towing in Redwood City at the first sign of issues like squeaky brakes, low brake fluid, or reduced stopping power.

Budgeting for Your Next Brake Service

It’s not that brakes are an unknown future expense as much as this system if often forgotten about since it’s not frequent (or the savings are put toward other services) until it seems like it snuck up on you that it’s time for a brake repair.

If you’re concerned about the cost of repairing your brakes or replacing your ABS, the team at Chestnut Automotive & Towing in Redwood City, CA can evaluate your vehicle. You might only need new brake fluid, minor parts, or brake pads. Our goal is to provide cost-effective solutions, ensuring you're back on the road safely.

Brake part replacement intervals will vary depending on your vehicle, whether you have standard or premium brake parts installed (and their material), how hard your stop, environmental conditions, the frequency with which you drive, and other influences. This is why you tend to get a hundred different answers about brake replacement intervals when searching online. Keep in mind that state and country guidelines may also differ when you read replies on forums and other social media sites.

Routine brake inspections might be the best way to gauge the overall condition of your brakes and give you an idea about how long you have until you need to service them.

Saving Money on Brake Services

You need effective yet economical brakes. At Chestnut Automotive & Towing in Redwood City, CA, our team handles a variety of car brake problems, focusing on solutions that consider your budget. Pay attention to warning signals from your brakes, and don’t neglect routine inspections that can give you an idea about the condition of your brakes and when you might be due for service next.

Sometimes, we also run specials, like complimentary brake inspections for certain vehicles.

Detecting and correcting issues early is the most cost-effective approach.