Brake Services & Repair in Aurora, IL
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Your brake system has one mission—stop your car. If it feels like your ride isn’t stopping as smoothly as it used to, your brakes are trying to tell you something. Protect your investment and stay safe with regular maintenance of your brake pads, fluid, and more with our full suite of brake brake repair, replacement, and maintenance services.
What Drivers are Saying
Asim Haq
Exceptional experience at Honest1! The staff (Sean & Mile) were knowledgeable, friendly, and transparent about the repairs needed for my vehicle. The service was VERY DETAILED and inspection report with pictures was AWESOME! The prices was a little high for a full syntactic oil change. However, the quality of SERVICE & WORK was top-notch and it was worth it. Highly recommend this shop for all your auto repair needs!
jake rapsin
Had my 13 335 here after I hit a median both Sean and miles were awesome they were clear with what it needed and even helped out when I decided to get my own parts to put these sick wheels and lower it definitely come back, highly recommend
Dane Van Reken
We have been bringing both our vehicles to Honest-1 for several years now. We love the detailed inspection reports (with pictures!) that they provide. Sean Purcell has been our Service Advisor on the last few visits and he always goes above and beyond explaining all our available options.
Griffin Isberg
For more than a year now I have been going to Honest 1 here in aurora and their other location in Elgin and time and time again I receive nothing but excellent service! Mel, Joe, and the honest 1 team are amazing and very fairly priced compared to dealerships and other shops in the area. The current car I drive always has issues popping up and Honest 1 is always there to help whenever I need it. I fully recommend Honest 1 to anyone looking for a trustworthy and friendly team of car experts!
Brake Services 101
Your brakes work like a trio: you (the operator), hydraulic pressure, and friction. No matter what car or truck you have, all brake systems use and create friction to slow you down.
Signs you need brake services
Like a pair of favorite shoes, brakes wear down over time. Regular fluid flushes and periodic brake services are essential to avoid a full brake replacement. Aside from a warning light turning on, here are some telltale signs you may need a brake repair:
- Vibration or shaking when you brake
- Grinding or high-pitch squealing noises
- A low or fading brake pedal
- Your car pulls to one side when you brake
- Leaking brake fluid (yellow or honey-colored)
Schedule your next brake repair or replacement with Honest1 for our Roadworthy Guarantee®.
What to expect while we inspect your brake system
During each of our brake services, our Roadworthy™ technicians will test drive your car, check the brake fluid, and flush the system of any contaminants if needed. We’ll also check for any signs a brake replacement or repair is in order. Signs like:
- Issues in the brake lines and hoses
- Mysterious leaks
- Emergency brake performance
- Brake pad issues
Avoiding brake repairs
The best way to prevent unwanted squeals and dangerous driving is regular brake inspection. Though it depends on driving habits, terrain, and parts quality, brake pads generally last between 30,000 to 70,000 miles (we know, that's a big a range).
- Consult your owner's manual for a more accurate mileage range
- Make a note on your calendar
- Come in earlier if you experience any of the signs and symptoms above
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