Brake Repair & Service in Chantilly, VA
Looking for brake repair or brake replacement service? Stop in at Virginia Tire & Auto of Chantilly for all your brake needs! Our ASE Certified Technicians will diagnose the necessary brake service to get you stopping safely—every time.
Virginia Tire & Auto of Chantilly offers a FREE visual brake inspection that includes measuring the brake pads/shoes and testing the brake fluid. Then our expert technicians are equipped to perform any brake service or repair, including installing new brake pads and new rotors.
Types of Brake Service & Repair
Your vehicle’s brakes use a hydraulic system to multiply the force of your foot on the brake pedal into enough force to stop the car. Depending on the model of your car, you will either have a disc or drum braking system.
A disc braking system squeezes the brake pads against the brake disc (brake rotor) to stop the car. If your car has drum brakes, it uses brake shoes to push out against a brake drum and stop the car. Modern cars usually have disc brakes on both axles or disc brakes on the front axle and drum brakes on the rear.
Vehicle repair shops offer three main types of brake service:
1. Brake Pad & Rotor Replacement
Our most complete brake service involves fully replacing your vehicle’s brake pads and rotors. Replacing both components together ensures long-term brake performance and reduces road noise. Some vehicle manufacturers require that you replace the rotors every time you replace the pads.
2. Brake Pad Replacement
Are your brakes squealing? It’s probably time to replace your brake pads. You should replace your brake pads every 20,000–70,000 miles. Worn brake pads aren’t just annoying to listen to; they limit stopping power and can damage the brake rotors. For optimum brake performance and safety, we recommend replacing the rotors every time you get new pads.
3. Rotor Resurfacing
To resurface brake rotors, a technician grinds down the rotor until it is smooth and even. However, if the rotors are damaged or too thin to resurface, you will have to get new rotors. Although many service centers offer resurfacing, we typically advise against it. Resurfaced rotors wear down your brake pads faster and warp easily. Plus, they can only be resurfaced once, so you’ll be back in the shop for all new brakes soon.
Other Brake Services
Virginia Tire & Auto services the following brake components:
- Master Cylinders
- Brake Calipers
- ABS Actuators and Pumps
- Brake Pads or Shoes
- Brake Rotors or Drums
- Brake Hoses and Brake Lines
- Brake Fluid Exchange
- Wheel Speed Sensors
- Electronic Braking System
- Parking Brake
Why choose Virginia Tire & Auto of Chantilly for brake repair?
When you start noticing signs that you need brake repair, don’t put it off! Brake services can take a chunk out of your car budget, but your brakes are vitally important to keeping you safe on the road.
The ASE Certified Technicians at Virginia Tire & Auto of Chantilly are fully qualified to repair and replace your brake system. And we will never recommend repairs or services your vehicle doesn’t need.
Signs You Need Brake Repair
- Squeaking or grinding
- Vibration or shaking when braking
- Longer stopping distances
- Pulling to one side while braking
- Dashboard light
- “Spongy” brake pedal
- Shaking steering wheel
How much will my brake service cost at Virginia Tire & Auto of Chantilly?
| Domestic/Asian Cars and Light Trucks | |
|---|---|
New Brake Pads & New Rotors(Parts and Labor Warranty, 24 months or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first.) | $514.99 / axle* |
| European Cars and Light Trucks | |
New Brake Pads & New Rotors(Parts and Labor Warranty, 24 months or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first.) | Price Determined Upon Inspection |
| Heavy Duty Trucks | |
New Brake Pads & New Rotors(Parts and Labor Warranty, 24 months or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first.) | Price Determined Upon Inspection |
| Inspections | |
Visual Brake InspectionIncludes measurement of brake pads/shoes and a brake fluid test. | FREE |
Hands-on Brake InspectionIncludes diagnosis and test drive. | $39.99 |
*Prices are per axle and do not include taxes or shop supply charge. Pricing for European cars, light trucks & heavy-duty trucks is determined upon inspection. Cars with electronic braking systems require an additional half hour of labor.
Schedule Brake Service Near You in Chantilly, VA
Bring your vehicle to Virginia Tire & Auto of Chantilly for your FREE brake inspection and any brake repair or replacement service. Drop by or schedule your visit today!
We service all major automotive brands.
We service all major automotive brands including Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Porsche, RAM, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo.
Our Guarantee
We’re 100% committed to making sure you’re 100% satisfied. We’ve spent more than 40 years doing things the right way, and that’s why it’s part of our culture to make sure you’re in the most friendly, comfortable and honest environment possible. And it’s also why our warranty not only covers all our services but will also be honored at all our locations, too.
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