Brake Repair in Birmingham, West Midlands

Brakes are safety-critical — read this first

Brakes are safety-critical. If your brakes feel soft, if the pedal goes to the floor, or if the car does not stop as it should, do not keep driving it. Stop safely and call 07961 404768. A car with brake trouble should be checked at the garage before it is driven again.

What happens at the garage

A brake repair starts with a brake check. We inspect the pads and the discs and how the brakes feel, then explain what they need. The work can be pads, discs, or both — what your brakes need is decided by the inspection, not by a guess on the phone.

Once the check is done, we explain the work in plain language and the price is explained before anything is agreed. Work starts only after you have agreed to it.

Signs your brakes need attention

Squeaking or grinding when you brake, a soft or spongy pedal, vibration through the pedal or steering wheel, and a longer stopping distance are all signs the brakes need looking at. A warning light for the brakes is another sign to call the garage straight away.

Brake wear is normal — pads and discs wear as they are used. How long they last depends on the car and how it is driven, so no mileage or months figure is given here. The inspection is what says whether yours need replacing.

• Squeaking or grinding? Signs your brakes need replacing
• How long do brake discs last, and what wears them out?

What to tell us when you call

Tell us what the brakes are doing: the noise, the feel of the pedal, and when it started. Tell us the make and model of your car too, if you know it. If the brakes feel unsafe, say so on the call — we will tell you what to do next.

Frequently asked questions