Brake Repairs & Replacement in Cheshunt — Pads, Discs, Fluid
Brakes are the most important system on your car — and the one most often skipped between MOTs. We carry out free visual brake inspections and use OE-grade pads and discs to bring your car back to factory braking performance.
Everything is in the price.
We hate hidden extras as much as you do. Every brakes job at Capital Tyre Services covers the lot — parts, labour, consumables and VAT.
- Visual brake inspection (pad wear, disc thickness, caliper condition)
- Pad-to-disc bedding-in procedure on test drive
- Anti-squeal compound on contact points
- Disposal of old pads and discs
- 12-month workmanship warranty
A simple 4-step process.
- 01
Inspection
Wheels off, pads and discs measured, caliper sliders and hoses checked, fluid moisture tested.
- 02
Honest report
We show you the wear and quote only for what you actually need — front, rear or both axles.
- 03
Replace
OE-grade pads and discs fitted, caliper sliders cleaned and greased, hardware refreshed where appropriate.
- 04
Bed in & test
Short controlled road test to bed the pads to the new discs and confirm pedal feel.
Brakes pricing — nothing hidden.
Prices vary by vehicle. We always confirm the final cost in writing before any work starts.
| Service | Detail | From |
|---|---|---|
| Front pads fitted Quality OE-grade | Quality OE-grade | from £85 |
| Front pads + discs fitted Pair of discs + pads | Pair of discs + pads | from £180 |
| Rear pads / shoes fitted Including hardware | Including hardware | from £85 |
| Brake fluid change DOT4 / DOT5.1 + bleed | DOT4 / DOT5.1 + bleed | from £55 |
When should you book?
If you notice any of the following, give us a call — we'll diagnose for free.
- Squealing or grinding noise when braking
- Pedal feels soft, low or spongy
- Steering pulls to one side under braking
- ABS, brake or handbrake warning light on
- Vibration through the pedal at speed
Common brakes issues we handle.
Worn pads and scored discs
Replaced as a pair per axle so braking is balanced and the new pads bed in correctly.
Sticking calipers
Sliders cleaned and re-greased, seized pistons replaced or full caliper supplied where needed.
Brake fluid degradation
Old fluid absorbs moisture and reduces braking under heat — we recommend a change every 2 years.
A team you can trust with your car.
Diagnostic, not guesswork
We measure disc thickness and pad material — we don't just sell you a job by eye.
Quality parts only
OE-grade pads and discs from trusted manufacturers — no bargain-bin friction materials.
Warranty backed
Every brake job is covered by a 12-month workmanship warranty.
Brakes across Herts & North London.
Based in Cheshunt — covering the surrounding boroughs and towns within brakes's mobile range.
What our customers say.
"I had a flat tyre and called around to a few shops. This tyre shop immediately stood out — they quoted the most affordable price and were very clear about their services. The team was professional, friendly, and accommodating, and they changed my tyre straight away. Fair, transparent pricing and genuinely focused on helping me get back on the road. I'll 100% be back."
"Popped a tyre on a kerb, luckily not far from this place. Managed to get the car to them and they gave me a great price for a new tyre and changed it immediately. Fantastic service and great team — I'll be using them again."
"I highly recommend them. Professional staff and very good prices. Thank you for the professional services!"
Brakes questions, answered.
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- How do I know if my brakes need changing?
- Squealing, grinding, longer stopping distances or a soft pedal are common signs. We carry out a free inspection any time.
- Do you replace pads and discs together?
- We replace discs in pairs (per axle) and fit new pads with new discs so bedding-in is clean and braking is even.
- How long does a brake job take?
- Pads alone are usually 45 minutes per axle; pads and discs together take 1–2 hours per axle.
- Is my warranty affected by using your garage?
- No — using a quality independent garage with OE-grade parts does not affect your manufacturer's warranty under Block Exemption rules.
- Should I change my brake fluid?
- Yes, every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture which lowers its boiling point and reduces stopping power under heavy use.