Brake components naturally wear down over time. How quickly they wear depends on your vehicle, driving habits, road conditions and the type of brake components installed.
At RR Car Shop, we can inspect your braking concerns and replace worn brake components when needed.
Whether you need new brake pads, rotors, or both, we'll help determine what your vehicle needs before completing the repair.

Your vehicle's braking system experiences wear every time you drive. Brake pads create friction against the rotors to slow your vehicle, which means these components gradually wear down and eventually require replacement.
Taking care of worn brake components can help:
Maintain safe and consistent stopping performance
Prevent severely worn pads from damaging other components
Reduce unwanted brake noise and vibration
Improve braking response
Identify brake problems before they become more serious
Keep your vehicle safe and dependable
There isn't one replacement interval that applies to every vehicle.
Brake pad life depends on your vehicle, driving habits, brake components and driving conditions. Frequent stop-and-go driving, heavy braking, towing and other conditions can cause brakes to wear faster.
Instead of replacing brakes based only on mileage, they should be inspected periodically and when you notice changes in braking performance.
Not sure about yours? Send RR Car Shop your vehicle's year, make and model and tell us what you're experiencing.
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Need something else done? RR Car Shop also provides brake repair and replacement, regular vehicle maintenance, stereo and car audio installation, and trailer upgrades.
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The cost of brake repair depends on your vehicle and which components need replacement. Brake pads, rotors, parts and labour can vary between vehicles. Send RR Car Shop your year, make and model for a quote.
Squeaking, grinding, reduced braking performance and changes in pedal feel can indicate brake wear. However, an inspection is the best way to determine the condition of your brake pads.
Not necessarily. Whether your rotors need replacement depends on their condition, thickness and wear. They should be inspected when replacing brake pads.
Vibration during braking can have several causes, including issues involving the brake rotors or other vehicle components. The vehicle should be inspected to properly identify the cause.
Grinding shouldn't be ignored. Continuing to drive may reduce braking performance and potentially damage additional brake components. Have the vehicle inspected as soon as reasonably possible.
Yes. RR Car Shop can replace brake pads and rotors when both components require replacement. Contact us with your vehicle information to request a quote.