Brake Repair & Replacement | Longwood, FL

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• Safe, Quiet Stopping
• Thorough Inspection, Recommendations Explained
• 2-year, 24,000 mile Warranty

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Common Brake Questions, Honest Answers

1. Why can't I just replace the pads? Sometimes you can – but only after we inspect your rotors for safety. Your brakes work using surface area. Worn rotors are not perfectly flat, so the new pads only contact the old rotors on a portion of the surface. This reduces stopping ability and creates unsafe driving conditions. If your rotors can be safely reused, we will resurface them so the new pads mate properly.
2. Do I really need new rotors/drums? Maybe not. Each manufacturer specifies the minimum thickness of the disc/rotor, and they can be turned, or “cut”, to create a fresh surface for the new pads or shoes to mate with. However, turning rotors requires extra labor time. Depending on your vehicle’s parts cost, brand new rotors are often roughly the same price…plus they come with a fresh warranty, guaranteeing your car’s safety for another 2 years.
3. Do I need to replace brakes in pairs? Yes and no. Pads and Rotors (or Shoes and Drums) should always be replaced in pairs, meaning that the left and right sides on the same axle should be done at the same time. The front brakes typically wear out faster than the rear, and it is very common to do the front and rear on different schedules for that reason. Calipers are a different story. We often hear from customers that other shops pressured them into replacing both calipers at the same time. While it is not required, there can be some advantages to doing them in pairs. Our approach here at Elite is to give you the option. After our technicians perform a thorough brake inspection, if we recommend they be done together, we will explain why and help you decide whether that is the right choice for you.
4. How often should my brake fluid be replaced/flushed? Brake fluid is hydroscopic, which means that it absorbs moisture. Replacing your brake fluid every 2 years, regardless of mileage, is strongly recommended ensure that it does its job safely. If you drive a lot, or frequently tow or carry heavy loads, more frequent flushes are a good idea. The fluid gets hot with increased loads or driving cycles, and the heat causes it to break down sooner than if it sat parked in your garage most of the time. If you need brake fluid service near you, also called a brake fluid flush (or just "brake flush"), Elite Automotive Repair provides complete car brake service in Longwood.

Where can I find complete brake service near me?

Elite Automotive Repair is a local brake shop in Longwood, FL that also provides full service auto repair on most makes and models. We handle all brake system repairs, including brake warning lights on the dash, brake hoses leaking, ABS light on, resurfacing rotors, and more.

Locally Owned & Operated | Independent Repair Shop

Providing Automotive Brake Pad Replacement for Longwood, Altamonte Springs, Winter Springs, Fern Park, Maitland, Casselberry, Lake Mary, and Sanford since 1989.