Brake Pad Replacement in Duluth, GA averages $196.00, with prices ranging from $139.99 to $279.99 based on 37 verified prices from 37 local shops.
Prices verified from 37 Duluth shops · June 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Duluth, GA range from $139.99 to $279.99 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 37 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 Duluth 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 Duluth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OG Automotive3425 Buford Highway | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 0.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Atlanta Best Autos3435 Buford Highway | Dealership | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 0.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Duluth Auto Exchange3468 Buford Highway Northeast | Dealership | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 0.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Southern Star Automotive Inc.3695 Buford Highway Northeast | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Atlanta Direct Auto4321 Abbotts Bridge Road | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 7 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Alex Automotive4328 Abbotts Bridge Road | Dealership | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.7 mi | View Shop | |
| VC Cars Gwinnett4132 Buford Highway | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Gwinnett Place Nissan2555 Pleasant Hill Road | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 7 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.4 mi | View Shop |
| ALM Gwinnett2520 Pleasant Hill Road | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Rick Hendrick Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Duluth2473 Pleasant Hill Road | Dealership | $279.95Above avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Atlanta Auto Sales and Service4279 Buford Highway | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Pars Car Sales Duluth3373 Satellite Boulevard Northwest | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Auto Gallery Duluth3285 Satellite Boulevard Northwest | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Gwinnett Place Ford3230 Satellite Boulevard Northwest | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 7 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.2 mi | View Shop |
| Gravity Autos Duluth3020 Satellite Boulevard Northwest | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 10 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Rick Hendrick Buick GMC3244 Commerce Avenue Northwest | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 3.3 mi | View Shop | |
| EchoPark Automotive Atlanta (Duluth)3296 Commerce Avenue Northwest | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.3 mi | View Shop | |
| World Auto2960 Satellite Boulevard Northwest | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Johnson Automotive Group Inc.10960 Medlock Bridge Road | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 7 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.7 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Duluth, GA costs $198.39 across 19 shops. The cheapest verified price is $149.99 at Atlanta Direct Auto.
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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