Brake Pad Replacement near Alexandria, Virginia

There are 50 RepairPal Certified locations for Brake Pad Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

50 Results for Brake Pad Replacement near Alexandria, Virginia

Brake Pad Replacement can be completed at all of these locations, along with other repairs and services.

Action Service Center

4.8

(17)

1.82 mi

2600 HUNTINGTON AVE

Alexandria, VA

Closed

Opens 8:30 AM Mon

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Shirlington Shell Service Center

4.4

(1092)

2.03 mi

2817 S Quincy St

Arlington, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Auto America Service

4.8

(521)

2.2 mi

2611 Shirlington Road

Arlington, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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R&G Auto Repair

4.8

(80)

3.59 mi

4928 C EISENHOWER AVE

Alexandria, VA

Closed

Opens 9:00 AM Mon

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Van Dorn Auto Repair

4.8

(166)

3.88 mi

4938C Eisenhower Ave.

Alexandria, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Franconia Service Center Liberty

4.9

(10)

4.58 mi

5520 Franconia Rd

Alexandria, VA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Arlington Autocare

4.5

(113)

4.91 mi

3298 Wilson Blvd

Arlington, VA

Closed

Opens 7:00 AM Mon

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Action Automotive Service Center

4.5

(15)

6.05 mi

8150 RICHMOND HWY

Alexandria, VA

Closed

Opens 8:30 AM Mon

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Mz Auto Repair

4.9

(16)

6.69 mi

9500 Allentown Rd

Fort Washington, MD

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Springfield Shell

4.6

(33)

6.9 mi

5533 Backlick Rd

Springfield, VA

Closed

Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Honest-1 Auto Care - Alexandria

4.6

(75)

7.44 mi

8648 Richmond Hwy

Alexandria, VA

Closed

Opens 9:00 AM Mon

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Jindal-Andre Automotive Services

4.5

(450)

7.79 mi

1636 Bladensburg Rd

Washington, DC

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Opens 8:00 AM Mon

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Brake Pad Replacement

How are brake pads changed?

Here is an overview of the steps:

Raise the car on a lift or jacks and jack stands.
Remove the wheels.
Remove the brake calipers. Brake pad replacement is done in pairs — both front wheels or both rear wheels at the same time, or all four.
Remove and check rotors. Resurface or replace as necessary.
Replace worn brake pads with a new set.
Replace rotors and calipers.
Replace wheels and torque bolts to specifications.

Replacing brake pads on your vehicle is a fairly straightforward procedure, and can be done at home. But because brakes are essential safety equipment, we strongly recommend having a certified repair shop perform this job.

Other brake pad considerations

Brake rotors show wear patterns after many times of grinding into the old brake pads, and must be replaced to avoid brake noise, uneven braking pressure and unpredictable braking performance. Any grease or automotive fluid, other than water, on the brake rotor will instantly contaminate the brake pad, necessitating replacement of the pads.