Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Hernando, FL averages $177.00, with prices ranging from $100.00 to $199.95 based on 43 verified prices from 43 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Hernando · September 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Hernando, FL range from $100.00 to $199.95 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 43 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 Hernando 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 Hernando 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Son Rise Automotive1800 Northwest 10th Street | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 23.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Mullins Automotive & Truck Service Center726 North Magnolia Avenue | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 24.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Parker's Tire & Auto Service3000 North Pine Avenue | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 25.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Walts Brake & More3890 Northwest Gainesville Road | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 25.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Walmart Auto Care Center34 Bahia Avenue | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 25.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Imports Professional Auto285 Hatteras Avenue | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 45.6 mi | View Shop |
| Yokley's Automotive204 Hatteras Avenue | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 45.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Quick Lane1051 Florida 50 | Independent | $169.99 | Includes pads, installation, and rotor resurfacing. | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 46.1 mi | View Shop |
| Ford of Clermont - Service1101 Florida 50 | Independent | $179.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 46.2 mi | View Shop |
| DMP Mobile Auto RepairRoyal Vista Avenue | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 46.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Walmart Auto Care Center1450 Johns Lake Road | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 47.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Tires Plus2625 Florida 50 | Franchise | $179.99 | Includes pads, resurfacing or replacement of rotors, and brake fluid flush. | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 47.8 mi | View Shop |
| Honda of Port Richey8442 U.S. 19 | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 48.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Discount Tire16407 Florida 50 | Franchise | $179.99 | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 48.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Apex Precision Mobile Automotive4575 Dreamy Day St | Independent | $124.99Below avg | Price shown is for labor only, parts sold separately. Price applies to most passenger vehicles. European luxury vehicles, heavy-duty trucks, and performance vehicles may require additional labor. Final quote provided after vehicle information is verified. | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 49.2 mi | View Shop |
| Walmart Auto Care Center2900 Southwest 42nd Street | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 49.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Hyundai of Central Florida | Dealership17325 Florida 50 | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 49.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Headquarter Honda17700 Florida 50 | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 50.0 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Hernando, FL costs $174.14 across 18 shops. The cheapest verified price is $124.99 at Apex Precision Mobile Automotive. Dealerships average $199.95 — 18% more than independents and chains in this area.
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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