Brake repair in Sacramento. Inspected first, priced before we start.
Squeal, grind, a pulse in the pedal, or the car pulls when you stop: bring it in. We inspect the brakes for $75, show you the measurements and photos, and if you have us do the repair that $75 comes off the bill. Most brake repairs are completed the same day.
Credited toward the repair if we do the work. Brake service starting at $399 per axle, pads and rotors included
What your brakes are telling you
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Squeal or grind
Squealing usually means the pads are close to done. Grinding means metal on metal. Come in soon before the rotors are damaged too.
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Pulsing, soft or pulling
A pedal that pulses points to warped rotors. A soft pedal or a car that pulls to one side can be fluid, a caliper or a hose. Worth a look the same week.
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Warning light
A brake or ABS light can be a worn pad sensor, low fluid, or an ABS fault. We read it, check the system and tell you what it actually needs.
What we service
- Brake pads and shoes
- Rotors, resurfaced or replaced
- Calipers, hoses and lines
- Brake fluid service
- Parking brake adjustment
- ABS diagnosis
What the inspection covers
Pad thickness, rotor condition and runout, caliper movement, hose and line condition, fluid condition, and the parking brake. You see the measurements and the photos. If the pads have life left, we tell you and you drive away. When the tire setup allows it, we rotate the tires during the inspection at no additional charge, since the wheels are already off. If you’d like us to do the repair, we prepare an estimate from what we found, and the $75 inspection fee is credited toward it.
Brake pricing
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Brake inspection | $75, credited toward the repair if we do the work |
| Pads and rotors, per axle | starting at $399, pads and rotors included |
| Brake fluid service | starting at $89 |
| Calipers, hoses, lines, ABS | Quoted after inspection |
Brake service starts at $399 per axle, and that includes both pads and rotors. Final pricing depends on the vehicle, the brake system, the parts required and what the inspection finds. There’s a $50 coupon for brake repairs over $750. Show it on your phone at check-in.
Quality parts, done right
We install quality pads and rotors matched to how the vehicle is driven, bed them in properly, and road test before handing back the keys. Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time. If yours tests wet we’ll recommend a flush, but only when it actually needs one. Uneven pad wear often points to a tire or alignment issue, and a lit ABS light sometimes needs a full diagnostic rather than pads.
Brakes for salvage-title vehicles
Going through a VSSI (the inspection that replaced brake and lamp)? Brakes are a common reason a vehicle doesn’t pass the first time. We inspect, quote, repair and re-inspect in one place. See the VSSI page.
Brake repair questions
How much is a brake job?
Brake service starts at $399 per axle, and that price includes both pads and rotors. Brake fluid service starts at $89. Final pricing depends on the vehicle, the brake system, parts and what the inspection finds. You see the findings before any work is done.
Do you offer a free brake inspection?
Our brake inspection is $75. If you have us perform the recommended brake repair, the inspection fee is credited toward the repair.
How do I know if I need brakes?
Squealing, grinding, a pulsing pedal, longer stopping distances, or a brake warning light. Grinding means metal on metal. Come in soon.
How long does it take?
Most brake repairs are completed the same day. Parts availability, the extent of the repair and the day's workload can affect timing, so we give you a realistic pickup time when you drop off.
Do you do brakes on trucks and diesel pickups?
Yes. Cars, SUVs, half-ton and heavy-duty pickups, and diesel trucks.
Do you rotate the tires during the brake inspection?
When the tire setup allows it, yes, at no additional charge, since the wheels are already off. Staggered, directional or dually setups may not be rotatable, and we'll tell you.
Can I bring my own parts?
No. We supply the parts we install so we can verify fit, quality and the repair we're standing behind.
Is there a warranty?
12 months / 12,000 miles, parts and labor, on repairs with new parts.
What customers say about this service
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars“Friendly service. Brought my car in for brake replacement. The brakes were inspected and I was given a review of what they found along with tthier suggestions for what should be done. Once I agreed the repairs were do...”
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars“I took my car in because my brake light kept coming on and my car would pull to the right when I started to brake. I was met at the front door my employee named Romy with a smile, he offered me a cup of coffee while...”
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars“My brake problem was never solved in other places but Smog Mart found out what was wrong with it. Cool.”