Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Lake Wales, FL averages $161.00, with prices ranging from $80.00 to $199.95 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Lake Wales · September 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Lake Wales, FL range from $80.00 to $199.95 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 Lake Wales 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 Lake Wales 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center6906 Cypress Gardens Boulevard | Independent | $80.00CouponBelow avg | Free Visual Brake Inspection, Includes Front or Rear Brake Pads (or Shoes), Includes Labor, Valid on Most Cars | Last verified 36 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.0 mi | View Shop |
| Auto Dynamics3020 Cypress Gardens Road | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Most vehicles | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.0 mi | View Shop |
| American Auto Repair5601 US Highway 98 North | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 27.9 mi | View Shop |
| North City Tire115 West Columbia Avenue | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 30.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Walmart Auto Care Center1471 East Osceola Parkway | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Last verified 40 days agoby PriceMyFix | 32.9 mi | View Shop | |
| My Car Guy of Plant City1410 East Baker Street | Independent | $139.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 33.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Remco Transmission Inc2303 James L Redman Parkway | Independent | $149.95Coupon | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 33.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Dover Discount Muffler & Exhaust3813 Bethlehem Road | Independent | $129.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 38.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Route 60 Auto Repair3250 Florida 60 | Independent | $199.00CouponAbove avg | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 39.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Walmart Auto Care Center11930 Narcoossee Road | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 39.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Walmart Auto Care Center16313 New Independence Parkway | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 39.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Absolute Auto Repair13095 U.S. 92 | Independent | $149.00Coupon | Most vehicles | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 40.5 mi | View Shop |
| DMP Mobile Auto RepairRoyal Vista Avenue | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 42.3 mi | View Shop | |
| A+ Brakes & Suspension426 East Brandon Boulevard | Independent | $149.95Coupon | Most vehicles | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 42.5 mi | View Shop |
| Jr. Auto Repair8243 Narcoossee Park Drive | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 42.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Bergman's European Autoworks112 Edwards Avenue | Independent | $179.99Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 42.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Walmart Auto Care Center2500 South Kirkman Road | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Last verified 38 days agoby PriceMyFix | 43.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Sammys Auto1403 South Parsons Avenue | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Most cars and light trucks. Includes pads, labor, and hardware. Excludes performance and heavy-duty vehicles. | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 43.1 mi | View Shop |
| Congers Automotive Repair1014 West Brandon Boulevard | Independent | $199.00CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 43.6 mi | View Shop |
| Kingdom Car Service5449 South Semoran Boulevard | Independent | $179.99Coupon | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 43.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Fast Lane Automotive6650 Hoffner Avenue | Independent | $199.00CouponAbove avg | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 43.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Walmart Auto Care Center1450 Johns Lake Road | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 44.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Clark Tire & Automotive13062 West Colonial Drive | Independent | $179.99 | Includes inspection and hardware. | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 44.9 mi | View Shop |
| Traywick's Garage1045 Vineland Road | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Includes inspection | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 45.0 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Lake Wales, FL costs $159.82 across 24 shops. The cheapest verified price is $80.00 at Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center.
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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