Brake Service

With every service, we include a complimentary brake inspection. Our specialists have received specialised training in this area, so you can rest assured that you will receive competent treatment. Only the highest quality parts are used in our brake repairs. We try to install them whenever feasible since we feel it is critical that your brakes perform as effectively as they possibly can.While it's annoying when the air conditioning doesn't work and inconvenient when the motor falters or quits, you really need your brakes to be in good operating order to avoid any severe accidents. If not from your own vehicle, then from someone else's, we've all heard the familiar screaming sound of brakes in need of repair. The brake pedal "sinking" to the floor or feeling spongy, pulling to one side while braking, or a grinding sound when you apply the brakes are all symptoms that your brakes need to be serviced. All of these are indicators that your brakes should be examined as soon as possible.

What are the signs and symptoms of brake failure?

• Stopping or slowing the vehicle requires more effort.
• When braking, the vehicle pulls to one side.
• When braking, there is a juddering or tremor.
• When braking, there are grinding noises.
• A brake pedal that is 'spongy,' or one that can be pressed to the floor, or one that does not 'spring back' when released.

How do you know there's a problem with your brake pads?

• When the vehicle does not slow down as quickly as it should.
• When you brake, you hear a squeaky or grinding noise.
• When the brake warning light on the dashboard of the vehicle is illuminated.
• When the 'Low Brake Pad' warning light illuminates, it means the brake pads are low (only some cars have this).
• When the brake pedal is pressed down further than normal.
• When braking causes the vehicle to vibrate.
• When braking, the vehicle pulls to one side.

When should you replace your brake pads?

Depending on your driving style and the environment in which you drive, the brake pads will wear out. If your brake pads have worn out prematurely or you are having problems stopping, you should get professional assistance to analyse the situation and, if required, replace the brake pads as soon as possible.

Driving with faulty brakes can, of course, result in potentially dangerous circumstances on the road. To guarantee balanced braking, you should always change both front pads, both rear pads, or all pads simultaneously. Importantly, servicing the brake pads is necessary to guarantee that the brake system functions properly. Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations while servicing your brake pads.

What is the mechanism of a vehicle's brakes?

A car's braking system is in charge of bringing your vehicle to a complete stop when you're driving.

Modern vehicles have four-wheel disc brakes that are controlled by a hydraulic system and comprise multiple components. Because the weight of the vehicle is propelled forward every time the vehicle comes to a halt, the front brakes are often the ones that play the most important role in bringing the vehicle to a stop. From one vehicle to the next, different braking systems are employed to meet the demands of the vehicle's size and purpose. To bring the vehicle to a halt, the conventional hydraulic system employs fluid to exert pressure to pistons in the car near to the wheels. Power brake aid is available in certain vehicles, which helps to lessen the amount of effort necessary to apply braking force.

What's Wrong with Your Brakes On Your Car?

Your vehicle is a sophisticated machine, and if you're like most people, you rely on it significantly to go around. That is why maintaining your car may help ensure that your life is not disrupted by any unexpected downtime or costly break down. It's also why, when it comes to your car, you need to fully understand what's normal and what requires immediate mechanical attention.Your car's brakes fall into this group, and drivers who ignore the warning sign of bad brakes can aggravate their car's mechanical problems and, in the end, jeopardise their own safety. When it comes to brake repair, it may be as simple as changing your brake pads or shoes or as complicated as replacing a master cylinder.

There are a variety of warning signals that your brakes are failing, and the actual repair procedure required may vary depending on the symptoms your vehicle exhibits. A vehicle that vibrates when the brakes are engaged, for example, might be a sign of a variety of things. Vibrations might be caused by worn or deformed brake discs. Other factors that might cause your car to vibrate when you brake include a failed master cylinder, a failing anti-skid braking system, or even defective brakes.

Another indicator of a potentially dangerous situation is a brake pedal that fails to grasp when applied. Air in your brake line might be indicated by brakes that go all the way to the floor without being efficient. If the master cylinder was wrongly emptied and refilled with brake fluid without bleeding the brakes, this might happen. This may be fixed by emptying the brake fluid and fully bleeding the brakes before re-filling with brake fluid. This is a problem that should be addressed right away since there is no way to predict when the next potentially hazardous air bubble may prevent your brakes from working when they are needed.

Leaking brake fluid might also be the source of your difficulties, and it's usually pretty simple to fix. Brake fluid is a clear, oily substance that naturally accumulates around your tyres and can be found leaking from your wheel cylinder. If fluid is leaking from the master cylinder, a mechanical analysis is required to determine why the leak is occurring and to remedy the problem. Your mastercylinder will fail without fluid, as will your stopping power.

Finally, the most evident sign of trouble for most drivers that their brakes are failing is the high-pitched screech. The loud squealing sound your brakes create when you apply them might be a last indicator that your pads are worn down below the third level. Once your brake pads are worn down to this point, a mechanism in your brake will come into contact with the brake discs and issue this warning. Your car is sending you the last call that your brakes are defective and need to be replaced by the time you hear this.

More information regarding Brake Repair and Maintenance may be found here.

Brake repair is a part of car maintenance that most people only consider when their brakes begin to falter and fail, not when everything appears to be in working order. We're used to the sound of squealing and squeaking brakes, whether we're driving our own vehicle or being transmitted from the cars around us. For many people, this squеаk and squеаl are the first symptoms that their braking system may need to be repaired.For some drivers, the first sign of a necessary brake repair may occur when their vehicle's brakes actually fail, resulting in some form of avoidable road accident. However, for the careful driver, having those brake checked out and perhaps fixed is an integral part of their general maintenance routine.

Having your car's brakes inspected on a regular basis has a number of advantages. First and foremost, there is sаfеtу. While squeaks and squеаl may indicate that the brakes are broken in certain cases, many problems emerge with no warning or outward expression until the point at which the car is no longer capable of stopping on command. By sending your vehicle to a specialist on a regular basis, they will be able to diagnose many brake problems before they begin to affect your car's ability to stop. The specialist will be able to examine for specific signs of wear and tear, which may be exacerbated by adverse weather conditions that may be present in the area where you often drive.

You will not only be safe on the road when your brakes are working, but you will also save money on pricey repairs. To avoid additional rераirs that might cost you a lot of money, the braking system must be maintained at all times. Aside from the routine inspection, the technician will replace the brake pads. If necessary, change the brake fluid and inspect the brake discs and linings.

Aside from safety, regular brake maintenance has a number of advantages. If you're thinking about selling your car, having a well-documented history of brake maintenance will greatly increase its resale value. Because the cost of repairing a complex brake system may be quite high and prohibitive, most used car buyers will be drawn to vehicles with a well-documented history of good maintenance.Furthermore, by recognising any problems ahead of time, you may very likely save a lot of money. Most importantly, regularly scheduled brake maintenance will provide a great deal of peace of mind. You may drive all over the place feeling peaceful and safe, knowing that your car is equipped with a perfectly working brake system, by visiting Car Services in Reading for regular maintenance. After all, you can't put a price on happiness!

When Should Your Brake Pads Be Replaced?

Brake pads are one of your car's most often changed parts since they are the most utilised. Consider it: you use them to slow down, then you use them again to come to a halt at a traffic signal or a crosswalk. When you're driving, you use them constantly. So, when do youneedtohave your brakesreplaced?

When it comes to your brakes, your driving habits are crucial. Many drivers tend to stop abruptly, causing your brake pads to wear out faster. To avoid wearing away the pads, the key to stopping is to do it gradually and gently.

We live in anera where traffic is regular. Did you know that the more you use your brakes, the longer they last? The brake pads function as a clasp, and each time they are used, they wear away a little more.

When your car needs new brakes, you can usually tell. A squеаl and scrарing noise mеаns that something has to be replaced. The squealing is caused by worn-out surfaces rubbing or pressing on the discs. Grinding, squealing, screeching, and clutching are some of the sounds that the car should avoid. Any noises made by the brakes indicate that a brake pad replacement is imminent. If your vehicle does not stop properly when you apply pressure to the brakes, you should have it changed as soon as possible. If your car seems jumpy or vibrates when you press the brakes, it's possible that the brake discs are warped.The brake disc is what allows the vehicle to brake properly and smoothly.

Check the brake pads on a regular basis to ensure that they are not thinning. If it's too thin, it might lead to a weaker system that won't let the brakes work at all. If your vehicle pulls to one side when you apply the brakes, this might indicate that one side has worn more than the other. Without the assistance of the steering wheel, the car may pull to one side. This is dangerous since your car should not be turning unless you are the one forcing it.

When youtake your vehicle in for a service, makesurethatthebraking systemgetschecked. Any damage that has been done must be repaired immediately in order to avoid any mishaps.

Free Collection and Delivery with Brake Service

Having to bring your vehicle to the garage is sometimes the toughest part of getting it fixed. As a result, we are pleased to provide a free collection and delivery service to our clients. If you schedule a collection, we will pick up your vehicle from your home or place of business, drive it to our facility, do any required work (after consulting with you), and return it to you at the end of the day.

For a modest cost, we can tow, jump start, or repair your car if it is having troubles or has broken down. If we are unable to start your car, we may arrange for a local recovery company to collect it at a very reasonable cost.

• Don't want to ruin your day off?
• You don't have enough time to get your vehicle serviced or repaired?
• Do you have trouble getting to and from your garage?

With our Free Collection and Delivery Service, we can collect from either your place of work or your home location, and we feel we provide a valued product at Car Service and Repair. Please contact us if you are unclear whether the address from which you wish to have your car collected is within our service area.

Car Service and Repair operates a fleet of pool cars with a dedicated driver, thus wherever we collect from, we must be allowed to leave one of our pool vehicles either in your business car park / parking spot, or if in a residential area, at your house or on the road with a permission if necessary. We'd appreciate it if you could keep this in mind when making a booking for our free collection and delivery service.