Brakes and discs in Leeds, replaced at your address
Your brakes are the most important safety system on the car, and with Leeds’s hills, junctions and stop-start traffic they work hard. Our mobile brakes and discs service in Leeds replaces pads, discs, callipers, handbrake cables and brake fluid on site, usually in around 90 minutes, and finishes with a road test so you know the job is right before we leave.
Because we come to you, you don’t need to leave the car at a garage or arrange a lift. You get the same quality of parts and workmanship as a good independent workshop, just without the waiting.
What we can replace
Brake problems come in several forms, so we carry out the full range of work:
- Brake pads, the friction material that wears down with use.
- Brake discs, which wear, warp or corrode over time.
- Callipers that stick, seize or leak.
- Handbrake cables that are stretched or seized.
- Brake fluid, which absorbs moisture and should be replaced periodically.
We replace pads and discs as complete axle sets, rather than one side at a time, so the car brakes evenly and safely. Before starting we confirm what the car needs and give you the price, so there’s no surprise on the invoice.
Signs your brakes need attention
Brakes usually give warning before they fail. Listen and feel for:
- A high-pitched squeal when you brake, often caused by the wear indicator on a thin pad.
- A grinding noise, which can mean the pad material has worn right through and metal is touching metal.
- Juddering or pulsing through the pedal or steering wheel, which often points to warped discs.
- A spongy or low brake pedal, which can indicate air or moisture in the fluid.
- The car pulling to one side when braking.
- A brake warning light on the dashboard.
If you notice any of these, don’t put it off. A thin pad is a cheap repair, but a worn-through pad can destroy the disc and double the bill. A vehicle health check is a quick way to see how much life your brakes have left, and it’s sensible to have your brakes looked at at least once a year.
Brakes, tyres and the rest of the chassis
Brakes work together with your tyres and suspension. If we find uneven pad wear or a car that pulls, the cause might be a seized calliper or a suspension or steering fault. Worn tyres also stretch braking distances dramatically, which is why we always check them during the job. Brake fluid is checked as part of every full service and interim service, and an ABS warning light can be traced with our diagnostics.
Looking after your brakes between visits
A few habits make brakes last longer and keep them safer. Leave a bigger gap in slow traffic so you can slow gently rather than braking hard at the last moment, and use engine braking on long downhill stretches instead of riding the pedal. Avoid carrying unnecessary weight, which makes the brakes work harder, and have the brake fluid changed on the schedule in your handbook, since old fluid absorbs moisture and can cause corrosion inside the system. If the car sits unused for weeks, discs can rust and pads can stick, so a short drive that includes a few gentle stops helps keep everything free.
Brakes and discs across Leeds
We replace brakes at homes and workplaces across Leeds, including Leeds City Centre, Headingley, Roundhay, Moortown, Horsforth, Pudsey and Morley. Send your registration and a description of the problem through the quote form and we’ll quote the job and book a time.