Clayton's Car Care
“They were prompt and checked with me before doing anything additional and told me some things I didn't need done that I had thought I might need.”
Best Brake Repair in Durham, NC
21 experts listed · all 21 in Durham · 6 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Pete's Garage
“They've never tried to overcharge us or convince us to pay for something we didn't need.”
JR Auto Repair
“I have been going to JRs for 20 years and they have been nothing but professional and outstanding.”
C and C
“Charlie and his team always have taken great care of my mom and dad with their vehicles through the years.”
Northgate Auto Service
“It has been quite some time since I have witness such exceptional service!”
Payne's Service Center
“Before any work is done on your vehicle Nate will call you and explain what he has found, what the problem is, how long will it take to fix it and how much it will cost!”
Listed for drivers in and around Durham, NC, these 21 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: Durham, NC
All 21 experts we list here are in Durham itself. We have 23 experts in Durham on file; this page shows the highest-rated 21. The experts on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 5,499 reviews; 17 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "price", "fair" and "diagnosis". 6 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 8 websites of the experts on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 offers financing; 1 gives free estimates and 5 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 16 of the experts on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 3 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the experts on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.
Can I get brakes done on Saturdays or Sundays?
Weekend hours are listed by 6 of the 21 shops. Pads and rotors on one axle is a short job, so it fits a Saturday well, as long as nothing is seized and no parts have to be ordered in.
Os-Car's Auto Repair
“Quality work at a fair price, would definitely use these guys again.”
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Champion Tire
“They use a handy app that sends you an inspection review with photos and everything that may need attention now and in the future.”
Absolute Tire Company
“I've frequented this establishment from its start and it's always been excellent work and great professionalism”
Ingold Tire
“They were booked up but still fit me in after seeing the state of my tires.”
Aamco Transmissions & Total Car Care
“I will recommend AAMCO on hwy 54 any day because they're so experienced and the customer service is amazing!”
Yearby's
“I appreciated the great flexibility to make an appointment and broad range of services Yearby provides.”
Noble Automotive Repair
“When Spencer called my grandparents later to let them know the car was ready, he offered to drive it directly to their home so they wouldn't have to come back out.”
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Wasp Automotive
“So kind and honest about what is essential to change in our car.”
Carmedix
“The team at Carmedix are friendly and professional, and everything they find during their time with your car is documented in an online portal, so you can easily refer to it later.”
Aw's Auto Service and Tires LLC
“He has also been a valuable source of information about my Honda, which is only one of his specialties.”
Durham Auto Fix
“He dropped everything to help me look for a small leak in my tyre.”
Roberts Truck & Auto Center
“Great people with a great attitude and service.”
Radford & Son Automotive Repair LLC
“I'd recommend working with him, he can come to you for mobile repair, which helps a lot.”
Mecanico A Domicilio En Durham NC y Llaves Para Autos Con Chip
“He is the best good mechanic”
Garage Internacional Llc
“Very nice gentlemen, I appreciate a good mechanic .”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about experts in Durham
- “I absolutely love this place. Been going there for about two years and I feel like they have always been honest and fair with me.” — customer of Aw's Auto Service and Tires LLC
- “I will absolutely be using Carmedix in the future for all of my repairs, and would highly recommend them to anyone else in the area.” — customer of Carmedix
- “The mechanics at Wasp are absolutely wonderful. They're honest, fast, and transparent about costs.” — customer of Wasp Automotive
- “Knowing how much the car had already been combed over, I can say with absolute confidence that Charlie is extremely thorough and an excellent diagnostican.” — customer of C and C
- “I’ve only ever had work done at dealerships, but after my experience at Absolute Tire, I’ll never go anywhere else!” — customer of Absolute Tire Company
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