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Squealing noise from brakes Inspection Service

Brakes-Symptoms

Squealing brakes are not only annoying, but they imply there may be a problem with one of the most often engaged parts of the car. Any issue with the brake system should be diagnosed promptly.

How this system works:

Brakes operate in a pretty simple way with only a few components doing all of the work. These components are:

  • Brake calipers: These hold the brake pads and are responsible for applying them to the brake disc with appropriate force.

  • Brake pads: These are the pads that provide the friction for the brakes to do their work.

  • Brake disc rotor: This is a metal disc, usually visible behind the vehicle’s wheel, and connected to the hub. The brake pads grip the rotor, which provides the friction necessary to bring the vehicle to a stop.

  • Brake master cylinder: This pushes the brake fluid with enough force to apply the brake pads to the brake rotors via the brake calipers. It is usually located under the hood of the car.

  • Brake booster: Working by vacuum, this boosts the pressure so the driver doesn’t have to exert a lot of force on the brake pedal to engage the brakes.

Common reasons for this to happen:

  • Brake pads are the most replaced component in the braking system, and worn out pads are the main source of squealing and squeaking noises. Sometimes when the pad material is not blended properly during the manufacturing process, the pads will have hard spots in them that cause noise, too.

  • The surface of the brake disc is what the brake pads grip onto when brakes are applied. If the surface is either glazed over with brake residue or covered in oxidation (rust), then noise will ensue.

  • An issue with the brake master cylinder or calipers can cause brake noise when excessive or uneven pressure is applied to the brake disk.

  • If the backing plate is damaged, it may be rubbing against the brake disc and causing noise. This can easily happen if a tire has been taken off recently.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to determine the source and cause of the squealing brakes, and will then provide a detailed inspection report that includes the scope and cost of the necessary repairs.

How it's done:

The mechanic will carefully inspect the brake pads, rotors, cylinder, calipers, and all other related components of the brake system.

How important is this service?

Faulty brakes can lock up or fail to stop the vehicle. Friction and the heat it causes can cause anything from warped rotors to accidental fire. The only way to be sure that the brakes are in reliable working order is to book a mechanic to perform a thorough inspection of the brake system.


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Mike

26 years of experience
145 reviews
Mike
26 years of experience
Chevrolet Malibu L4-2.4L - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Southgate, Michigan
Extremely friendly and knowledgeable. He was in and out and I got a thorough assessment of my car. Highly recommended

David

5 years of experience
2 reviews
David
5 years of experience
Chrysler 300 V8-5.7L - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Sugar Land, Texas
David is great! My car had issues with its suspension so I requested my upper control arm be replaced thinking I knew what was wrong. He came out and saw my upper was fine but it was my lower and sway bar that needed replaced. He returned the part and returned the next day with the right parts and got it done. Rides good now!

Matthew

33 years of experience
1222 reviews
Matthew
33 years of experience
Lexus RX350 V6-3.5L - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Newport News, Virginia
Matt is a trustworthy and honest young man and He is very easy to talk to and ask questions and he is thorough to answer me. I know God has answered my prayers through him today! Thank you Matt and Kevin at Ca Appt Office each time I've had pleasure of speaking to you both!! I will look forward to seeing Matt again tomorrow for the Brake jobs.

Luis

4 years of experience
130 reviews
Luis
4 years of experience
Volkswagen Beetle L4-1.9L Turbo Diesel - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Chesterfield, Virginia
Took the time to show me the parts that he had removed and the level that they were at. Took the car for a test drive and found an issue that my wife has been dealing with for a long time in regards to her brakes. The brake booster wire was frayed and needed to be replace. No wasted motion in his steps in replacing the brakes and rotors. I will definitely want him to do the work on my other vehicles in the future.

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