Broomfield Auto Repair

There's no doubt that your brakes are your car's most crucial safety feature. Without them, you'd simply have no control of your vehicle. Depending on what kind of brakes you have, you may need to have your brakes serviced or replaced after a particular amount of time. For brake pads, in particular, they should be no less than 1/4" thick. The interval can vary from car to car and the conditions they run in. That is why it is important that you keep an eye out for the following signs of worn brake pads: Squealing or Squeaking Noise This symptom is often the first that most drivers experience when their brake pads wear down. If braking becomes a persistently noisy activity, you should have your brake pads checked out by a professional soon.  Deep Grinding Metal Sound Another sound that your brakes can make is a deep, metallic sound. Some pads will have grooves to warn you that it is time for a replacement. It is imperative that you take your car to an auto repai ... read more