Brake Repair in Austin, TX

Reputable Repairs, Safe Brakes

Safety First

Nothing is more important as you travel than your safety, which includes safe braking. As your neighbors serving the community since 1972, the Leonard’s Automotive Service Center team in Austin, Texas, understands the need for reputable brake repair. Our ASE Master-certified technicians provide the services you need for nearly all domestic and import vehicles, returning you safely to the road quickly. Our shop is easy to locate at 4401 South 1st Street Austin, TX 78745. Business hours are Monday – Friday: 7:30 am -5:30 pm, and walk-ins are always welcome. Scheduling an appointment is easy, too. You can reserve your time online or telephone us at (830) 251-6322.

Brake Repair You Can Trust

Because your braking ability is crucial, it’s important to get brake repair you can trust. Having Leonard’s Automotive Service Center check your brakes periodically is a good idea. The most common brake repair we make is brake pad replacement. The brake pads used on most automobiles are made of metal. Thus, they’re durable but eventually wear down and must be exchanged for new ones. Brake pads should not be used beyond the recommended thickness to ensure sufficient friction between the pads and rotors to stop your car. If you begin to hear grinding when you apply brakes, the pads may have worn so thin that the calipers are cutting into the rotors, causing damage. Also, the automaker will specify a maintenance schedule that includes brake fluid change and/or flush. As the term suggests, a brake fluid change consists of emptying and refilling it. A flush, in contrast, entails forcing fluid through under pressure until all contaminants are gone before refilling the system. Since fluid pressure is necessary for the system to function, it’s important to let us address any leaks in the lines or cylinders/master cylinders that allow fluid to escape. Low fluid levels may cause you to feel that the brake pedal is soft or spongy under your foot, and you may lose the ability to stop. Finally, a stuck brake caliper can cause a burning odor. It needs repairing because the stuck caliper causes excessive heat that can warp the rotor and wear to the pad.

Services You Can Count On

You can count on Leonard’s Automotive Service Center for both exceptional brake repairs and genuine customer care. We stand behind our work with a solid 24-month/24,000-mile nationwide warranty through TechNet. Also, we use only quality parts and products, sourcing them from manufacturers such as BG Products and AC Delco. We’re a AAA-approved facility, too. In addition to reliable repairs, we offer several care points that improve your visit. A discount may be available for you, so be sure to look at our Specials tab. We accept cash, major cards, and Apple Pay, or you can opt to pay over time. You’ll find relevant information on our Financing page. Other conveniences include after-hours pick-up/drop-off and status updates via text/email. Don’t take a chance on your ability to stop. Instead, entrust your brakes to Leonard’s Automotive Service Center.