Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Margate, FL averages $167.00, 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 Margate · September 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Margate, 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 Margate 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 Margate 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 Express Credit600 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $149.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Rolling Wheels Inc.125 East Sunrise Boulevard | Dealership | $149.99Coupon | Verified 5 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.4 mi | View Shop | |
| INSTAMOTORS833 North Andrews Avenue | Dealership | $149.99Coupon | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Prestige auto repairs & Tires Fort Lauderdale930 Northeast 4th Avenue | Independent | $149.00Coupon | Most vehicles | Verified 5 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.5 mi | View Shop |
| Queen Tire Auto Service5271 West Broward Boulevard | Independent | $130.00- $230.00Below avg | per axle | Last verified 45 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.5 mi | View Shop |
| World Class Auto Repairs9787 Glades Road | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 43 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Holman Motorcars Fort Lauderdale900 East Sunrise Boulevard | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 34 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Grieco Ford of Fort Lauderdale1333 North Federal Highway | Dealership | $179.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.7 mi | View Shop |
| FL Auto Trend847 South State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Tire Kingdom19571 Florida 7 | Independent | $80.00CouponBelow avg | Free Visual Brake Inspection, Includes Front or Rear Brake Pads (or Shoes), Includes Labor, Valid on Most Cars | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.9 mi | View Shop |
| Gaff’s Mobile Tires285 Southwest 5th Street | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Last verified 70 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Superior Exotics Team8410 West State Road 84 | Dealership | $179.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Boca Auto Service, LLC303 Northwest 1st Avenue | Independent | $149.95Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Rick Case Kia14500 West Sunrise Boulevard | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Boca Classic Motorsports Co.115 Northwest 11th Street | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Auto Sensation Inc.101 Glades Road | Dealership | $149.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 11.1 mi | View Shop | |
| CarLux Fort Lauderdale2200 South Federal Highway | Dealership | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 11.2 mi | View Shop |
| Mobile Mechanic of Fort Lauderdale229 Southwest 30th Street | Independent | $149.00Coupon | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 11.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Boca Tech Auto Center2501 Northwest 1st Avenue | Independent | $149.95Coupon | Last verified 70 days agoby PriceMyFix | 11.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Mr Auto USA2510 Northwest 1st Avenue | Dealership | $149.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 11.6 mi | View Shop | |
| German Car Repair2530 Northwest 1st Avenue | Dealership | $149.95Coupon | Last verified 70 days agoby PriceMyFix | 11.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Shores Automotive (European Auto Repair)2544 Northwest 2nd Avenue | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 11.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Tech 1 Auto Repair175 Northwest 28th Street | Independent | $149.00Coupon | Includes inspection | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 11.9 mi | View Shop |
| Davie Garage4301 Southwest 64th Avenue | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Most vehicles | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 12.3 mi | View Shop |
| Bill Tyson's Auto Repair, Boca Raton90 Spanish River Boulevard | Independent | $199.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 12.4 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Margate, FL costs $164.65 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $80.00 at Tire Kingdom. Dealerships average $173.81 — 12% 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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