Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Scottdale, GA averages $197.00, with prices ranging from $149.95 to $279.99 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Scottdale · July 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Scottdale, GA range from $149.95 to $279.99 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 Scottdale 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 Scottdale 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RDS Automotive Service Inc.3420 East Ponce de Leon Avenue | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Last verified 56 days agoby PriceMyFix | 0.0 mi | View Shop | |
| My Mobile Mechanic of Decatur121 Fairview Street | Independent | $199.99Coupon | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 1.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Eurofed Automotive409 North McDonough Street | Independent | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 2.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Fairway Motors3540 Lawrenceville Highway | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.8 mi | View Shop |
| Angel New & Used Tires3119 Briarcliff Road Northeast | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Antep Auto Sales3717 Lawrenceville Highway | Dealership | $149.99CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Pioneer Auto (Tucker)3850 Lawrenceville Highway | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Triple M Auto Finders4576 Hirsch Drive | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 4.7 mi | View Shop | |
| Atlanta Car Care2816 Buford Highway Northeast | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Drive Rite Auto Sales4031 Buford Highway Northeast | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.2 mi | View Shop |
| Bab's Motors Inc.2900 Ember Drive | Dealership | $149.95CouponBelow avg | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Cymill Motors5950 Covington Highway | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.1 mi | View Shop | |
| NuBrakes Mobile Brake Repair730 Peachtree Street Northeast | Independent | $279.99Above avg | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Curry Honda Georgia5525 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.5 mi | View Shop |
| Hennessy Ford Atlanta5675 Peachtree Boulevard | Dealership | $179.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.7 mi | View Shop |
| Motorzone Atlanta6428 Dawson Boulevard | Dealership | $179.95 | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Dunwoody Automotive4429 Tilly Mill Road | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Gwinnett Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram5054 U.S. 78 | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Alliance Service Center2585 Old Rockbridge Road | Independent | $249.95Above avg | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Norcross Transmission Service1875 Mitchell Road | Independent | $199.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.8 mi | View Shop |
| Global Tires621 Indian Trail Lilburn Road Northwest | Independent | $179.99- $279.99 | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Firestone Complete Auto Care201A Perimeter Center Parkway Northeast | Franchise | $199.99 | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.2 mi | View Shop | |
| TireSouth - Peachtree Corners Store7005 Jimmy Carter Boulevard | Independent | $179.99 | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Auto Superior4450 Lawrenceville Highway | Independent | $229.99Above avg | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Atlanta Used Car Sales4430 Lawrenceville Highway | Dealership | $199.95Coupon | Last verified 91 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.6 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Scottdale, GA costs $194.77 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $149.95 at Eurofed Automotive.
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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