Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Dunwoody, GA averages $175.00, with prices ranging from $80.00 to $199.99 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Dunwoody · October 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Dunwoody, GA range from $80.00 to $199.99 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 50 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 Dunwoody 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 Dunwoody 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes To You Mobile Brake Repair6065 Roswell Road | Independent | $175.00- $1200.00 | depending on what your need | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.1 mi | View Shop |
| Fixed in Faith Mobile Auto Repair2405 Summerlake Drive | Independent | $149.00CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.2 mi | View Shop |
| North Atlanta Automotive – Reliable Car Repair in Norcross7095 Jimmy Carter Boulevard | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 62 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.4 mi | View Shop | |
| American Brake & Foreign Car Service1310 Johnson Ferry Road | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.7 mi | View Shop | |
| TLS Motorworks2362 Dresden Drive | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 40 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.7 mi | View Shop | |
| University Tire4270 Buford Highway Northeast | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles | Last verified 40 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.8 mi | View Shop |
| Premier Auto Repair1177 Alpharetta Street | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 40 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Smith Tire and Service1220 Alpharetta Street | Independent | $150.00Below avg | half the price quoted by the Mazda dealership | Verified 2 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.0 mi | View Shop |
| Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta Service Center1550 Mansell Road | Independent | $149.00CouponBelow avg | Most vehicles | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.6 mi | View Shop |
| Mobile Mechanic Norcross GA301 Dogwood Circle | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Nalley Lexus Roswell Service Center980 Mansell Road | Independent | $149.00CouponBelow avg | Last verified 46 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Elite 24/7 Mobile Tire Roadside2153 Yancy Lane | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 38 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.8 mi | View Shop | |
| EuroWorks399 Lively Avenue | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Service Street Tire & Auto Repair5250 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 45 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Japanese Automotive Professional Service369 Maxwell Road | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 39 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Crabapple Automotive12265 Crabapple Road | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Last verified 40 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.4 mi | View Shop |
| Carland Service Center11300 State Bridge Road | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.6 mi | View Shop | |
| K C Automotive Repair2234 Idlewood Road | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Rose Mobile Brake Repair3480 Preston Ridge Road | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.8 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Dunwoody, GA costs $172.18 across 19 shops. The cheapest verified price is $149.00 at Fixed in Faith Mobile Auto Repair.
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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