Brake Repair in Chantilly, Virginia

G&C—Your Brake Care Specialists

How to Care for Your Brakes

One of its most important systems in a car is also one of its most unsung: the brake system. The ability to brake and come to a stop is crucial in everyday driving. To ensure your brake system is performing at its highest caliber, it’s necessary to stay on top of its maintenance needs. Regular inspection of the system is highly recommended, where our brake repair experts will check on parts like the brake pads, brake calipers, rotors, fluid, and master cylinder. Brake pad replacement is one of the most common services the system will need, next to brake fluid exchanges. Another service is bleeding, which is needed if air infiltrates the brake lines, but it is not needed as often as the other three. We also encourage our customers to remain vigilant if something starts to feel off with their braking. The longer a brake issue sits, the more likely it will snowball into a larger issue—not to mention compromise your driving and safety. Serving Chantilly, Virginia, we at G&C Tire & Auto Service have the skill and tools to complete all brake repair and maintenance services for your car, truck, or SUV.

Common Signs of Brake Trouble

Do you know what to keep a lookout for when it comes to brake problems? First and foremost, if the brake warning light comes on in your dashboard, we suggest coming in to see us sooner rather than later for brake repair. Your car pulling to the side means your system may have a defective caliper. The rotor is likely the culprit if your steering wheel shakes as you brake. Like many other brake parts, rotors are prone to wear, becoming serrated over time. This unevenness is what causes the vibrations in your steering wheel. A mushy or “spongy” brake pedal, grinding, squeaking, or squealing are additional indicators that something is not quite right with your brake system. No matter what it is, it’s important to visit our shop for a professional inspection to determine the issue when your vehicle starts to exhibit strange sounds, smells, or sensations. Whether it’s a brake fluid leak, warped rotors, or a faulty master cylinder, our brake repair specialists have the solution.

Visit Our Auto Shop for Brake Care

Your brake system is complex and intricate. Because of how integral it is to your safety, it’s vital to work with professional technicians for brake repair and maintenance. Here at G&C Tire & Auto Service, our team is ASE Certified and continuously trained in all forms of brake care. We also only use state-of-the-art technology and equipment in our services, and all our work is backed by a nationwide warranty for 36 months/36,000 miles. Here in our auto shop, we offer a comfortable waiting area with a kid’s area, along with courtesy shuttle service and free loaner cars if your service will take longer. By adhering to the suggested service intervals in your owner’s manual, coming in for routine inspection, and paying attention to any abnormalities in the system, you’ll be able to drive with peace of mind every time you slide behind the wheel. Visit us soon at 14008 Willard Rd Chantilly, VA 20151 for reliable brake repair and maintenance! To learn more about how we can help or book an appointment, call us at (703) 263-2474.