Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Lighthouse Point, FL averages $179.00, with prices ranging from $80.00 to $289.00 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Lighthouse Point · September 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Lighthouse Point, FL range from $80.00 to $289.00 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 Lighthouse Point 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 Lighthouse Point 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Tire & Auto - Lighthouse Point3500 North Federal Highway | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 34 days agoby PriceMyFix | 0.6 mi | View Shop |
| Phil Smith Kia4250 North Federal Highway | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 0.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Sienna Motors2891 North Federal Highway | Dealership | $179.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 0.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Expert Auto Group Inc4301 North Diexe Highway | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 1.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Primetune Auto Repair2620 Northeast 5th Avenue | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 1.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Dave's Automotive324 Southwest 5th Street | Independent | $199.99 | Last verified 94 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Lou Bachrodt Chevrolet1801 West Atlantic Boulevard | Dealership | $179.95Coupon | Per axle. Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 4.8 mi | View Shop |
| Gaff’s Mobile Tires285 Southwest 5th Street | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 70 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Walmart Auto Care Center2300 West Atlantic Boulevard | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 44 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Boca Auto Service, LLC303 Northwest 1st Avenue | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Dr Brakes Complete Auto Repair3109 West Atlantic Boulevard | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 61 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Boca Classic Motorsports Co.115 Northwest 11th Street | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Boca Tire and Auto - Firestone1259 North Federal Highway | Franchise | $289.00Above avg | Last verified 71 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Auto Sensation Inc.101 Glades Road | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Prime Motors Car Dealer Auto Brokers1612 Northwest 2nd Avenue | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Last verified 43 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Toyota of Coconut Creek5201 West Sample Road | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop |
| Mr Auto USA2510 Northwest 1st Avenue | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop | |
| German Car Repair2530 Northwest 1st Avenue | Dealership | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Last verified 70 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Boca Tech Auto Center2501 Northwest 1st Avenue | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Last verified 70 days agoby PriceMyFix | 6.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Shores Automotive (European Auto Repair)2544 Northwest 2nd Avenue | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 6.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Tech 1 Auto Repair175 Northwest 28th Street | Independent | $149.00CouponBelow avg | Includes inspection | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.0 mi | View Shop |
| Gunther Volkswagen of Coconut Creek4300 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.1 mi | View Shop |
| Gaffs mobile tires5500 Northwest 15th Street | Independent | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Last verified 43 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Audi Coral Springs5555 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Firestone Complete Auto Care6350 Florida 7 | Franchise | $199.99 | Last verified 126 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.4 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Lighthouse Point, FL costs $179.09 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $149.00 at Tech 1 Auto Repair. Dealerships average $179.96 — 1% 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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