A Great Shop for Brake Repair

Brake Repair in Medfield, MA

What’s That Noise?

When you need brake repair for any make or model, Randy’s Automotive in Medfield, Massachusetts, is a great shop for brake repair. Locally owned and operated since 1977, our ASE-certified technicians provide exceptional workmanship that’s backed by a leading 36-month/36,000-mile warranty. We ensure that you can get the brake repairs you need without risking driving on bad brakes to go elsewhere.

About Your Brakes

Every driver knows that their brakes stop their car, but you may wonder what happens beyond pressing the brake pedal to slow down. We’re glad to explain. Although we take care of all the details of brake repair for you, a basic explanation may make you more comfortable when having conversations about your car as well as help you recognize when there’s a problem that requires a repair visit. That simple touch of the pedal sets a level and piston in motion. They force brake fluid from the master cylinder through the brake lines/hoses to the smaller cylinders at the wheels. At each wheel, the hydraulic force moves the brake caliper which holds the brake pad. The pad contacts the rotor, also known as the disc. The friction between the two stops your automobile. Many modern vehicles have disc brakes such as those described here all the way around. Older vehicles have drum brakes, and some newer cars have drum brakes on the rear wheels to save on production costs. They work similarly with the exception of a brake shoe contacting a brake drum. Your braking system works flawlessly stop after stop, but eventually you’ll need brake repair. Randy’s Automotive is here to help.

Pay Attention to Noises

Although it’s a good idea to have Randy’s Automotive check your brakes periodically, there are some signs that your automobile needs brake repair. Pay particular attention to noises. The most common noise happens to point to the most needed braking system service. If you hear squealing when you apply brakes, it’s probably time to have us replace the brake pads. Most pads are made of a metallic composite. They’re durable, but they eventually wear thin. Once they’re worn beneath the minimum safe thickness, they must be replaced. The noise you hear is created by tabs embedded by the manufacturer for that purpose. As the metal reduces, the tabs are exposed, creating the high-pitched alert. Beware of grinding sounds during breaking also. This is the sound of two metal surfaces rubbing against one another when they shouldn’t, such as a caliper cutting into a rotor when the pad is gone. Regardless of the issue you suspect, count on Randy’s Automotive for all your brake repair needs.