Why You Should Get Your Brakes Checked Regularly

A good braking system in your car is non-negotiable. When it comes to safety, stopping your car is arguably much more important than making it go. To ensure the safety of yourself, your passengers and other road users, it is essential that you keep on top of regular maintenance of your braking system. You also need to have brake repairs taken care of as soon as possible. Regular brake checks and services can keep you safe on the road, but the benefits don’t stop there.

Keeping Repair Costs Down 

The friction that your brakes use to bring your car to a halt, and the heat produced, can cause deterioration to parts of your braking system. Regular brake checks give you the chance to fix small problems before they become bigger. Brake pads are simple and affordable to replace. However, if you leave too much time between services, they can wear away completely. This will damage your brake disks every time you come to a stop. The replacement bill for brake disks will be much heftier.

Brake fluid is another easily replaced component of your braking system. Quality brake fluid kept at the correct level protects against corrosion and prevents the need for far more expensive repairs and replacements.

Better Stopping Distance

Problems with your braking system can creep up on you. Essential components, including your brake pads, wear away or deteriorate so gradually that you might not notice the effect on your stopping distance until you need to stop suddenly. Having your brakes checked regularly enables you to be confident in your car’s stopping distance.

Catch the Warning Signs

Your regular brake check is the perfect time to bring up any changes that you’ve noticed in your brakes – whether or not you’ve noticed a change in performance. Noisy, squealing brakes could indicate that it’s time for a brake pad replacement, while grinding or scraping might mean damage to your disks. A change in the way your pedal feels (say, whether it’s become softer or firmer) is always worth mentioning, as it could be a sign of a bigger problem. On the other hand, some of the issues you might assume are indicative of a failure in your braking system might actually be caused by other parts of the car.

If you’ve noticed changes with your car’s braking, it’s essential that you have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by a car servicing expert for your safety and the longevity of your car.

Improving Fuel Economy

Hard braking, whether caused by driving habits or problems with your breaking system, can result in poor fuel economy. When your brakes are working optimally, stopping should be smooth every time. Having your brakes checked might save you money on petrol, as well as prevent wear to your tyres and suspension.

Contact Us

For the best brake repairs Joondalup can provide, contact Carcare Joondalup online or call us today on (08) 9300 9796 to book in your service or chat to one of our expert mechanics.