Brake Pad Replacement in the area around Wildwood, FL averages $162.00, with prices ranging from $95.00 to $199.99 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Wildwood · July 2026
Brake Pad Replacement prices in Wildwood, FL range from $95.00 to $199.99 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 Wildwood 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 Wildwood 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George's Wholesale Tire Pros3260 North Lecanto Highway | Independent | $179.99Above avg | Last verified 83 days agoby PriceMyFix | 27.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Quick Lane1051 Florida 50 | Independent | $169.99 | Includes pads, installation, and rotor resurfacing. | Last verified 81 days agoby PriceMyFix | 27.4 mi | View Shop |
| Ford of Clermont1101 East Highway 50 | Dealership | $179.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles. | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 27.5 mi | View Shop |
| Apex Precision Mobile Automotive4575 Dreamy Day St | Independent | $124.99Below avg | Price shown is for labor only, parts sold separately. We inspect your brake system, remove worn pads, and install high-quality replacement pads for optimal performance. Recommended for all makes and models. | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 28.1 mi | View Shop |
| Walmart Auto Care Center1450 Johns Lake Road | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 28.5 mi | View Shop | |
| American Automotive, LLC11960 North Florida Avenue | Independent | $179.99Above avg | Last verified 83 days agoby PriceMyFix | 29.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Right Turn Auto Center Inc11825 North Williams Street | Independent | $179.99Above avg | Last verified 83 days agoby PriceMyFix | 29.3 mi | View Shop | |
| C J's Transmissions12115 South Williams Street | Independent | $149.95Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 29.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Dreamworlds Garage LLC3430 West Dunnellon Road | Independent | $179.99CouponAbove avg | Last verified 42 days agoby PriceMyFix | 30.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Auto Analyst & Repair7755 West Homosassa Trail | Independent | $100.00Below avg | Last verified 42 days agoby PriceMyFix | 32.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Wheels And Deals7700 West Gulf to Lake Highway | Dealership | $179.99CouponAbove avg | Last verified 67 days agoby PriceMyFix | 32.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Citrus Transmission & Auto8270 West Grover Cleveland Boulevard | Independent | $149.95Coupon | Last verified 65 days agoby PriceMyFix | 32.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Village Cadillac of Homosassa2431 South Suncoast Boulevard | Dealership | $179.95CouponAbove avg | Most vehicles | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 32.9 mi | View Shop |
| Cancun Auto Sales & Repair628 West Orange Blossom Trail | Independent | $140.00 | Last verified 83 days agoby PriceMyFix | 33.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Mike The Mechanic1143 East Plant Street | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 34.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Go Smart Car Sales LLC13192 West Colonial Drive | Dealership | $179.95CouponAbove avg | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 34.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Clark Tire & Automotive13062 West Colonial Drive | Independent | $179.99Above avg | Includes inspection and hardware. | Last verified 81 days agoby PriceMyFix | 34.4 mi | View Shop |
| Exotic Auto Body Repairs405 Enterprise Street | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Last verified 81 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Quality Car Care Inc.751 Roper Parkway | Independent | $149.95Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 35.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Auto Point Car Care1150 East Semoran Boulevard | Independent | $179.95CouponAbove avg | Last verified 72 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Jenkins Lincoln of Crystal River Service2440 U.S. 19 | Independent | $149.99Coupon | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 35.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Motor Car Concepts II Inc900 South Orange Blossom Trail | Dealership | $149.95Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.3 mi | View Shop | |
| Quick Lane Auto Center | Apopka1551 East Semoran Boulevard | Independent | $95.00Below avg | per wheel, including professional installation and parts | Last verified 62 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.5 mi | View Shop |
| Mullinax Ford of Central Florida | Service Center1551 East Semoran Boulevard | Independent | $95.00Below avg | New brakes can cost about $95 per wheel, including professional installation and parts. | Verified 2 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 35.6 mi | View Shop |
| Route One Auto1227 Marshall Farms Road | Dealership | $149.95Coupon | Last verified 45 days agoby PriceMyFix | 35.8 mi | View Shop |
The average brake pad replacement in Wildwood, FL costs $154.98 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $95.00 at Quick Lane Auto Center | Apopka. Dealerships average $169.96 — 13% 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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