Brake Pad Replacement in Augusta, GA averages $195.00, with prices ranging from $149.99 to $249.99 based on 29 verified prices from 29 local shops.
Prices verified from 29 Augusta shops · June 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Augusta, GA range from $149.99 to $249.99 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 29 shops across the area. Brake pads are friction material pressed against the rotors (the metal discs attached to each wheel) when you apply the brake pedal. Prices for this service in Augusta vary by vehicle make and model, the grade of parts and fluids used, and whether you book with an independent shop, a franchise chain, or a dealership. Independent and chain repair shops in Augusta typically charge 20 to 40 percent less than dealerships for this service; dealerships may justify the premium for warranty-covered work or brand-specific diagnostics. All prices listed on this page were verified directly from shop websites or user-submitted receipts, and each carries a Last Verified date. For details on how PriceMyFix verifies prices, visit pricemyfix.com/about/methodology.
| Shop | Type | Price | Details | Verified | Distance | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butler Automotive1401 Reynolds Street | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Care & Brakes Downtown Augusta1009 Walton Way | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.2 mi | View Shop | |
| atc Auto Center1853 Gordon Highway | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.2 mi | View Shop | |
| GeorgiaLina Automotive1770 Gordon Highway | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.3 mi | View Shop | |
| C&C Automotive990 Telfair Street | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Regency Auto Augusta1879 Gordon Highway | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 9 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Lot of Tires3033 Milledgeville Road | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Augusta Automotive - a Main Street Auto shop1896 Gordon Highway | Independent | $249.99Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Malcolm Cunningham Chevrolet Augusta2031 Gordon Highway | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 9 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Precision Tune Auto Care3224 Wrightsboro Road | Independent | $199.00Coupon | Most vehicles | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.2 mi | View Shop |
| Atomic Tires2864 Deans Bridge Road | Independent | $179.99- $229.99 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.2 mi | View Shop | |
| B & T Automotive Repair LLC1001 Old Alexander Drive | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Butler Automotive3359 Wrightsboro Road | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Pep Boys Auto Service & Tires3127 Washington Road | Franchise | $179.99 | Verified 9 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.9 mi | View Shop | |
| JT Express Tire2305 Lumpkin Road | Independent | $179.99- $279.99 | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Autobahn Automotive3206 Washington Road | Independent | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Carn Auto Sales3477 Wrightsboro Road | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Verified 9 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Miracle Nissan of Augusta3300 Washington Road | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Last verified 32 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.4 mi | View Shop | |
| G&A Tires LLC3210 Mike Padgett Highway | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Milton Ruben Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram3508 Washington Road | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 9 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Milton Ruben Toyota3510 Washington Road | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 9 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Milton Ruben Superstore3514 Washington Road | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 9 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Smith's Auto Repair3327 Peach Orchard Road | Independent | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Master Buick GMC3710 Washington Road | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 7 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.0 mi | View Shop | |
| RNR Tire Express3740 Washington Road | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 9 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.1 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Augusta, GA costs $194.74 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $149.99 at Milton Ruben Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram.
Trucks and SUVs with higher oil capacity may cost more. Check individual shop listings for vehicle-specific pricing.
Brake pads are friction material pressed against the rotors (the metal discs attached to each wheel) when you apply the brake pedal. This friction converts kinetic energy to heat, slowing the vehicle. Modern pads use semi-metallic, ceramic, or organic compound formulations — each with different trade-offs in noise, dust, heat resistance, and cost. Brake pads are wear items with a metal indicator that creates a squealing noise when the pad reaches minimum thickness, signaling it's time for replacement.
Replace when: (1) you hear a continuous high-pitched squeal when braking — that's the wear indicator touching the rotor, (2) you hear grinding when braking — metal-on-metal, requiring immediate inspection, (3) the pad thickness measures below 3mm (2mm is minimum safe; many shops recommend service at 4mm on high-heat vehicles), (4) you notice increased stopping distance, (5) the vehicle pulls left or right under braking. Front pads wear 2–3× faster than rear pads on front-wheel-drive vehicles.
Not safe. Worn brake pads are a progressive safety risk that accelerates to critical quickly. Once past the wear indicator (squealing), you have 1,000–3,000 miles before metal-on-metal contact. At that point, brake effectiveness drops 20–40% and rotor damage begins. A $180 pad replacement job becomes a $400–$700 pads-and-rotors replacement at metal-on-metal. Beyond that, caliper damage and brake fluid overheating from heat conducted through worn pads add $300–$800 more. Do not delay squealing brakes.
Red flags: (1) shops that quote 'pad replacement' without checking rotor thickness — rotors at or below minimum thickness must be replaced or resurfaced at the same time or the new pads will wear unevenly and warp within months, (2) 'lifetime warranty' pads as an upsell — these are usually low-grade organic pads that wear quickly and squeal; ask specifically what brand and compound is being used, (3) any shop that replaces only one side of an axle — always replace both pads on the same axle together for even braking.
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