Brake Pad Replacement in Plantation, FL averages $196.00, with prices ranging from $179.95 to $229.99 based on 19 verified prices from 19 local shops.
Prices verified from 19 Plantation shops · June 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Plantation, FL range from $179.95 to $229.99 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 19 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 Plantation 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 Plantation 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daddy & Son Auto Repair6481 West Sunrise Boulevard | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 0.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Queen Tire Auto Service5271 West Broward Boulevard | Independent | $179.99- $229.99 | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Taverna Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat777 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Rick Case Hyundai925 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 1.9 mi | View Shop |
| OCEANSIDE MOTORS700 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $179.99- $279.99 | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Car Net Auto Sales500 Florida 7 | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.9 mi | View Shop |
| Auto Express Credit600 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.9 mi | View Shop | |
| US Auto Repair & Tire Center770 North State Road 7 | Independent | $179.99- $229.99 | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Foreigntech426 Florida 7 | Independent | $179.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.0 mi | View Shop |
| LAMBERTI Motors - Car Dealership830 North State Road 7 | Dealership | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Fuzzy's Tire Center800 North State Road 7 | Independent | $179.99- $279.99 | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Flash Lube Plantation430 North State Road 7 | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified todayby PriceMyFix | 2.0 mi | View Shop |
| Auto Repair Store1057 Northwest 85th Terrace | Independent | $179.99- $229.99 | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Express Auto Lease1711 North University Drive | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 2.0 mi | View Shop |
| Royalton Motors501 South State Road 7 | Dealership | $179.99 | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.1 mi | View Shop | |
| AutoShow Sales And Service440 South State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.95 | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Blue Lagoon Auto Sales600 South State Road 7 | Dealership | $199.99Coupon | Last verified 41 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Pep Boys Auto Service & Tires12251 West Sunrise Boulevard | Franchise | $199.99Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Tires Plus1865 North Flamingo Road | Franchise | $199.99 | Last verified 45 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.3 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Plantation, FL costs $195.77 across 19 shops. The cheapest verified price is $179.95 at Foreigntech. Dealerships average $201.98 — 7% 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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