Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Kendall, FL averages $198.00, with prices ranging from $119.99 to $399.95 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Kendall · June 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Kendall, FL range from $119.99 to $399.95 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 Kendall 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 Kendall 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prestige Auto Tech—Pinecrest8800 Southwest 129th Street | Independent | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 48 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Choice Auto Service Centers13150 Southwest 87th Avenue | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 2.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Ford of Kendall, LLC15551 South Dixie Highway | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.0 mi | View Shop |
| Tires Plus15757 South Dixie Highway | Franchise | $199.99 | Last verified 38 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Honda of South Miami16165 South Dixie Highway | Dealership | $199.00Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Kingdom6500 Southwest 117th Avenue | Independent | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 48 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.5 mi | View Shop | |
| A Auto Tech Of Kendall12539 Southwest 128th Street | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Last verified 48 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.4 mi | View Shop | |
| USA Special Tires7190 Southwest 8th Street | Independent | $179.99- $279.99 | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Charlie's Auto Repair Inc.18506 Southwest 104th Avenue | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Pep Boys Auto Service & Tires211 Northwest 82nd Avenue | Franchise | $179.99 | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Pep Boys Auto Service & Tires10200 Broad Channel Drive | Franchise | $179.99 | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Tuned Autoworks11950 Southwest 144th Court | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Last verified 36 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Advance Auto Parts20575 Old Cutler Road | Independent | $119.99Below avg | Last verified 48 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.3 mi | View Shop | |
| AutoNation Chevrolet Doral Service Center1201 Northwest 89th Court | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.3 mi | View Shop |
| AutoNation Chevrolet Doral1201 Northwest 89th Court | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Doral Acura10455 Northwest 12th Street | Dealership | $229.95Above avg | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Doral Tire and Service / Goodyear1430 Northwest 108th Avenue | Franchise | $179.99 | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Firestone Complete Auto Care1685 Northwest 107th Avenue | Franchise | $199.99 | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Advanced Auto Diagnostics2215 Northwest 97th Avenue | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Most Cars & Light Trucks | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.3 mi | View Shop |
| The Garage Inc9400 Northwest 25th Street | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.3 mi | View Shop | |
| J Santos Auto Repair10231 Northwest 21st Street | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Adventure Tires Doral Complete Car Care7930 Northwest 36th Street | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.0 mi | View Shop | |
| DR. TREAD TIRES8200 Northwest 41st Street | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.1 mi | View Shop |
| Econotires7140 Northwest 42nd Street | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.2 mi | View Shop |
| Tires Plus10765 Northwest 41st Street | Franchise | $199.99 | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.8 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Kendall, FL costs $192.34 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $119.99 at Advance Auto Parts. Dealerships average $196.48 — 3% 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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