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Sam's Auto Repair and Body Shop
- Used Car
- Muffler
- Work
“There was an unexpected issue with accessing the bulb, which made it a bit more expensive, but Mo offered me a great discount as a Northwestern student.”
Brakes Repair & Pad Replacement near Evanston, IL
Evanston has 11 experts of its own; this list adds 22 from towns including Hammond (5), Skokie (3, 2 mi) and Elk Grove Village (2).
24 listed · 2 in Evanston · 23 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
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Main & Crawford Auto Repair
- Patient
- Oil
- Price
“Positive Professionalism Services Tires, Steering & suspension repair, Auto glass repair, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Auto engine diagnostic, Wheel alignment”
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Golf Crawford Auto Service
- Diagnosis
- Honest
- Team
“After making some calls he informed me that it would be expensive but I should only go with the exact replacement rather an after market part as they would be inferior.”
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Rolf's Auto Doctor
- Audi
- Vehicle
- Price
“When I learned of a suggestion from a dealer about a potential source of the issue, the team went back and was able to fix the issue and saved me a trip to the dealer and got me out the door same day with the issue solved.”
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Howard & California Auto Repair
- Sell
- Mechanic
- Prices
“I have gone there three times now to get their opinion on something before I took my car to a specialized transmission shop they suggested and they did not charge me any of those times.”
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Pit Pros
- Sell
- Price
- Owner
“I moved a few days ago I am going to miss chatting with the owner.”
Area overview: Evanston, IL
Their ratings run from 4.5 to 5.0 across 5,101 reviews; 21 have 50 or more reviews; 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these experts on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), value (82%) and quality (80%). The services they list most often on their websites are oil change (3), air conditioning service (2), brake repair (2), car care tips (2) and computer diagnostics (2). 1 shows a license on its website; 4 list staff certifications (ASE); 16 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 13 of their websites at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 3 give free estimates; 9 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 20 of them; 18 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email; 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the experts on this page, from their listings and their own websites; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.
Data verified September 24, 2026
The 24 shops on this page replace pads, rotors and calipers in and around Evanston, IL. What each one says about parts brands, warranties and free inspections comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
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Skokie Auto Service
- Fair
- Prices
- Job
“I've used Skokie Auto Service several times now, and every time I've received great service at competitive prices and been impressed with the high standard of work carried out.”
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Trasmission Plus
“Best service ever also really good price and smart mechanic”
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B & V Auto Mechanic Inc.
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Rolando's Car Care
Wheel Services, Schedule a Repair, Axle, CV Joint & Driveshaft Repair
“I ended up with a long list of repairs needing to be done by a different service station totalling more than the car was worth, and brought my 16 y/o toyota to Rolando's on recommendation from co-workers.”
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M & A Auto Service
- Check Engine Light
- Oil
- Price
“I have tried several shops in the past who were never able to do it because they don't have the proper scan tool and have accepted that it just has to be a Toyota dealer that's has to do it.”
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Dakota K Auto Repair
Automotive Services, Vehicles Serviced, Comprehensive Inspection
“I brought my car into Dakota K, They were able to fix it, It took shorter than i was expecting, Dakota K is and will be the only place i will go to, to get my car serviced.”
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McCormick Auto Care
Toyota Service, Domestic Auto Repair, Wheel Alignment
“All I can say is it takes me 45 minutes to drive there but there's no other place that I would go for any car for As long as I live in Illinois, thank you you are great”
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Sun Auto Service
Transmissions, Body Shop, Engine Repairs
“And within 24 hours the car was perfect (steering column replaced, key programmed and cut, tail light fixed, and oil changed) and he charged me HALF of what the dealer wanted.”
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Vaupell Auto Repair & Napa Auto Care Center
Automotive Q & A, Maintenance Adviser, Diagnostic Center
“Imagine taking your car to a mechanic and them NOT trying to convince you that you should buy something.”
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Howard Auto Service
- Fuel Pump
- Emissions
- Price
“My first time here I needed a fuel pump replacement; these guys not only fixed my issue but also repaired a bit of my exhaust that was starting to wear out.”
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Ted's Auto Clinic
- Knowledge
- Honest
- Price
“Positive Quality, Value Services Tires, Auto engine diagnostic, General repairs, Wheel alignment, Brakes, Air conditioning, Brake service & repair, Oil change, Service not listed”
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Wheeling Auto
“Plus bonus is having a loaner car available for ya to use fantastic 5 star Positive Punctuality, Quality, Professionalism, Value Services Air & cabin filter replacement, Tires, General repairs & maintenance”
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Fulton-Desplaines Garage
Snow Removal, Engine Repair, Air Conditioning Service
“Gave them a call, they answered on the first ring, and Matt was able to talk me through how to get the car from the hotel parking garage to their shop.”
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Teloloapan Muffler & Brake II
Mobile Services, Cylinder Head & Block Repair, Auto Air Conditioning Repair
“Nice men there💙 recent I came in for a Cadillac converter 3 years ago I came by they where different people there I ask a question and they where rude so that's y I rated it 3 star back den sorry am honest💯🤷 …”
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Triangle Auto Service
- Vehicle
- Price
- Fair
“I used to have an Altima with 170k + miles on it and they helped that car survive until the transmission finally quit, always offering sensible repairs for a car on its last legs.”
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German Auto Repair
Emission Repair & Catalytic Converters, Engine Repair and Rebuild, Routine Maintenance and Brake Repair
“I went from mechanic to mechanic trying to fix my Audi a7 for 4 months and these guys got it all fixed up within a week, only trusting these guys with my car again!”
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EK Automotive Ltd.
Exhaust/Muffler Repair, Brake Repair, Oil Change
“My wife and I got a ridiculously high quote from another repair shop and we actually considered just selling the car rather than spending all that money to fix it.”
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Midwest Performance Cars
- Fair
- Dealership
- Communication
“The crew is so welcoming, the prices are very reasonable, the communication is frequent, the garage is so clean, and the work is always done with care and accuracy.”
Brake Services in Evanston, IL Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$45
Maximum cost
$613
National Average
$168
Avg Per Hour Rates
$98
$145
$335
Typical price range is based on 383 cost profiles
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FAQ
Which shops in Evanston check brakes for free?
3 of the 24 shops say they offer a free inspection. A free brake check is a real service and also a sales visit, so ask them to show you the worn part on the car and to tell you the pad thickness they measured.
What customers near Evanston say
- “The staff is very friendly. They accepted me on the same day, did a technical inspection, changed the oil and brake pads.” — customer of German Auto Repair
- “Maurice Owens is an absolute legend. He was understanding and patient with me and I cannot recommend this shop enough!” — customer of Wheeling Auto Center
- “I’m a perfectionist and don’t give google reviews unless I think the service is absolutely outstanding.” — customer of Midwest Performance Cars
- “Very knowledgeable. Went over details with me and showed me pictures of brakes and rotors.” — customer of Sam’s Auto Repair and Body Shop
- “Absolutely fantastic service, more than reasonable prices, extremely attentive to your needs.” — customer of Sun Auto Service
Excerpts from public reviews of the experts listed on this page.