You can quickly receive the brake service your model needs by booking a visit online to our West Point Ford Service Center. A host of certified technicians, working with advanced technology means we can properly repair your brakes and get you back on the streets of King William, Williamsburg, and West Point.
How long does brake service take? How often do you need brake service and how can you tell when your brakes are wearing down? These questions and others will be answered in this informative overview of all things brake service!
How Long Does Brake Service Take?
Brake service is a general term that can mean a few different things once your car enters the shop and our technicians get a feel for what needs to be done. Still, most brake services only take between 15 minutes to an hour barring unique circumstances.
Our shop is also developed to be as efficient as possible. Your schedule is busy, and having your brakes repaired and running like new shouldn't keep you from checking off other items on your to-do list.
By booking your visit online, you can secure an appointment that will go by quickly as our technicians prep for your arrival!
How Often Does Brake Service Occur?
A few factors come into play when looking at the mileage intervals for your vehicles brake service. While parts like the brake rotors and pads should be swapped out every 30,000 miles or so, there are instances where you'll want to visit the shop more regularly.
If you ask a lot of your brakes, they'll wear down more quickly. So heavy-duty trucks, high-performance coupes and sedans, or off-roading SUVs should undergo brake inspections more frequently.
Weather can play a role as well, with intense heat or cold causing your brakes to wear down more quickly than they would otherwise. Your own personal driving habits, the type of driving you do each day such as riding in bumper-to-bumper traffic, and the age and make of your vehicle will factor in, too.
Signs I Need Brake Service
If you can't remember when you've last had your brakes serviced, be on the lookout for any of these common symptoms.
First, a squishy brake pedal means your brakes are beginning to wane. The pedal should be responsive, but if you're pressing it to the floor before it works, service is likely needed.
Secondly, if your vehicle requires a longer stretch of road to come to a complete halt than it normally does, look to the brakes. Finally, if you're attempting to decelerate and your vehicle pulls noticeably in one direction or another, your brakes may be the culprit!
Receive Brake Service near You!
The West Point Ford Service Shop can deliver quick and effective brake service on a vehicle of any make, model, or year. So, if you're around West Point, King William, or Williamsburg, give our shop a call, reach out to us online or use our scheduling tool.