Brake Pad Replacement in the area around High Springs, FL averages $166.00, with prices ranging from $100.00 to $199.99 based on 16 verified prices from 16 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of High Springs · July 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in High Springs, FL range from $100.00 to $199.99 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 16 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 High Springs 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 High Springs 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto ER18788 High Springs Main Street | Independent | $199.99CouponAbove avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 0.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Jim Douglas Sales and Service18300 Northwest US Highway 441 | Dealership | $199.99CouponAbove avg | Last verified 89 days agoby PriceMyFix | 0.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Santa Fe Ford16330 Northwest US Highway 441 | Dealership | $179.95 | Last verified 89 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Tony's Automotive Service, L.L.C2623 Northwest 74th Place | Independent | $179.99- $229.99 | Last verified 89 days agoby PriceMyFix | 16.0 mi | View Shop | |
| City Auto Repair4488 Northwest 6th Street | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 18.2 mi | View Shop |
| Southeast Car Agency310 Northeast 39th Avenue | Dealership | $149.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 19.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Terry's Automotive & Qwik Lube6501 Southwest Archer Road | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 89 days agoby PriceMyFix | 19.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Midas3845 Southwest Archer Road | Franchise | $100.00CouponBelow avg | Limited Lifetime Parts Guarantee valid for as long as you own your car. Valid on brake pads, shoes, mufflers, shocks and struts. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 19.5 mi | View Shop |
| All-Star Automotive of Gainesville706 Northwest 13th Street | Independent | $139.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 19.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Parks Ford of Gainesville3333 North Main Street | Dealership | $179.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 19.6 mi | View Shop |
| Computa Tune Complete Auto Repair3200 Southwest 34th Street | Independent | $149.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 19.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Gator City Motors1700 North Main Street | Dealership | $179.95 | Last verified 89 days agoby PriceMyFix | 19.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Dave Mays Automotive2905 Northeast 19th Drive | Independent | $179.99- $229.99 | Last verified 89 days agoby PriceMyFix | 20.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Ahrens Auto Inc.604 Southeast 2nd Street | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 20.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Low Cost Tires LLC1409 South Main Street | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 21.0 mi | View Shop |
| Bob's Tire and Brake6847 Florida 40 | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 83 days agoby PriceMyFix | 49.6 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in High Springs, FL costs $165.60 across 16 shops. The cheapest verified price is $100.00 at Midas. Dealerships average $177.96 — 11% 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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