Mark Hansen Auto Repair Service
“Hansen's has been my go to for servicing my cars for as long as I can remember.”
Best Brake Repair in Ames, IA
13 experts listed · 5 in Ames · all 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Ron's Auto Repair Center
“They explained everything in detail and checked everything on my car that had issues.”
Eastman Auto Care
“Throughout my 4 years in Ames I have ran into many different car problems from engine work, suspension, alignment, sensors and even my wheel almost completely breaking off.”
Campus Garage
“I just stopped in without an appointment because my car wasn't starting properly and they fit me in that day!!”
Wheelock's Auto Service
“They've been highly professional and have done great work on some difficult/not easy to immediately diagnose issues.”
Big 8 Tyre Center
“They have worked on a few different things for me and have always done a great job.”
Listed for drivers in and around Ames, IA, these 13 shops replace pads, rotors and calipers. What each one says about parts brands, warranties and free inspections comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Ames, IA
Of the 13 experts we list here, 5 are in Ames itself and 8 come from towns including Boone (4, 13 mi), Madrid (2, 15 mi) and Nevada (1, 8 mi). The experts on this page are rated from 4.5 to 4.9 across 2,577 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "price", "communication" and "fair". 3 list staff certifications (ASE) and 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the experts on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 2 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 9 of the experts on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 2 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the experts on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.
Do any listed shops advertise brake specials?
5 of the 13 shops list a coupon or a promotion. Advertised brake deals usually cover pads on one axle with the cheapest compound, so read what the price includes before you book, especially whether rotors and hardware are extra.
Top & Body Repair Inc
“They helped me get my rental, kept me informed on progress, ans got my car back to me and CLEAN!!!”
Condon's Services Ltd
“Involved in accident on south Story street and Condons tow driver arrived quickly and helped me through process of getting my totalled car off the street on April 29th.”
Madrid Service Center
“I have wonderful experiences and have used this shop for 10 years!”
Hoyt Boyz Repair
“Blaine has gotten me in and back on the road multiple times.”
Craig Automotive
“Friendly and fair would suggest to others if asked for a mechanic to do work.”
Barkmeier Auto Repair
“I would highly recommend this shop to anyone looking for a place you can count on to fix what ever is wrong from fuel pumps to electrical problems, and at a reasonable price.”
Les Auto
“Only person my family will take their cars to.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about experts in Ames
- “They got me in, replaced the studs and a leaking brake caliper cheap, they did a great job and were professional and friendly along with appropriate communication every step.” — customer of Ron's Auto Repair Center
- “I would absolutely recommend these people to anyone needing honest work done on their car.” — customer of Mark Hansen Auto Repair Service
- “We had the brakes done and the rotors done if we need anything else done down the road this will be the only place we use.” — customer of Eastman Auto Care
- “Keith was absolutely wonderful. He made me feel so comfortable from the start and explained everything to me clearly without ever making me feel rushed.” — customer of Ron's Auto Repair Center
Excerpts from public reviews of the experts listed on this page.
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