1. Schedule Your Appointment
Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.
2. Diagnostics and Inspections
Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.
3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate
Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.
4. Review and Approval
A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.
5. Work Performed or Scheduled
Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.
Extending Brake Life & Performance
Proactive habits can make a difference in how long your brake pads and rotors last. Our technicians recommend the following practices to help you monitor your braking system:
- Address Issues Promptly: Don’t wait. Brake noise, vibration, warning lights, pedal changes, or a change in stopping performance warrant a professional check.
- Follow Brake-Fluid Guidance: Follow your vehicle manufacturer’s recommended schedule for brake-fluid service and have fluid condition checked during regular maintenance.
- Use Engine Braking Carefully: Downshifting when appropriate can reduce the heat and friction your pads and rotors absorb, but it isn’t a substitute for repairing a brake-system problem.
- Avoid Aggressive Driving: Minimize aggressive acceleration, sudden stops, and excessive loading to cut down on unnecessary wear.
- Monitor Tires: Keep your tires properly inflated. Proper tire inflation supports normal vehicle handling and braking performance.
We also offer a complimentary courtesy inspection during visits, which can identify visible brake wear.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Often Should I Have My Brakes Inspected?
Inspection timing depends on your vehicle, driving conditions, maintenance history, and any symptoms you notice. More frequent inspections can make sense if you notice changes in stopping performance, noise, vibration, pulling, warning lights, or pedal feel. A courtesy inspection can identify visible brake concerns during a routine visit.
What Are the Consequences of Skipping Brake Service?
Deferring a developing brake concern can allow wear or damage to affect additional components. The extent of any damage depends on the underlying issue and the condition of the braking system. If you notice new symptoms, our technicians can inspect the system, explain what they find, and outline appropriate repair options.
What Should I Do If I Hear a Squeaking Noise When Braking?
Squeaking can have several causes, including brake pad wear indicators, hardware, surface conditions, or other brake-system contact. Because the sound alone doesn’t identify the needed repair, bring your vehicle in when you first notice it. Our technicians can inspect the braking system and explain the findings before recommending service.
Why Does My Car Vibrate When I Brake?
Vibration during braking can have multiple causes, including uneven rotor surfaces or other braking-system problems. It’s worth having the concern evaluated rather than assuming the rotors are the source. Our inspections can determine the condition of the relevant components and whether resurfacing, replacement, or another repair is appropriate.
For brake service in Spring, we inspect the system, explain our findings, and get your approval before performing repairs.
Call us at (346) 489-5977 or schedule an appointment online.
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FAQs
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Q. "Why is my ABS light on?"There are several reasons your vehicles anti-lock brake system light might be on. The four common reasons that typically cause this light to turn on include a malfunctioning ABS module, low levels in the fluid reservoir, broken wheel speed sensors, or the system is turned off. Learn more here.
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Q. "How long will my brake pads last?"There is no perfect answer to this. Brake pads can last up to 70,000 miles while others will need to be replaced as early as 25,000 miles. The type of vehicle you drive, how you use your vehicle and your driving style are all factors to consider. If you are interested in learning more about brake pad wear and how to extend its lifespan click here.
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Q. "When do I need to change my brake fluid?"Along with the type of brake fluid, your car’s owner manual will indicate how often you need your brake fluid flushed and replaced. In general, brake fluids flushes are recommended every 30,000 miles or two years. Click here to learn more.
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Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
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Q. "What is a Digital Vehicle Inspection?"With a complimentary Digital Vehicle Inspection (DVI) on every visit, you’ll see firsthand photos of your vehicle from under the hood. We’ll let you know if everything is functioning properly or if there are any areas of concern. You can even approve or deny our service recommendations, all straight from your smartphone, or you can, of course, give us a call and we’ll explain our findings in further detail.
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Q. "Can you provide service under my extended warranty?"Yes. At Christian Brothers Automotive, we work with all major extended warranty providers to make needed repairs for our customers. If you have an extended warranty, you can discuss your carrier with our team when scheduling an appointment and confirm that the work will be covered. You can find a partial list of the extended warranty companies we work with here.
Have more Questions?
Our friendly auto service experts have the answers.
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Hear What Our Customers Had to Say About Us
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"I liked the customer service and going above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable while waiting in the store for my vehicle work to be done, specifically being offered a nice hot coffee with creamer."
- J.L.