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Oxbo Muffler & Brake Shop
“Even notified me and multiple other customers of other problems on our vehicles without trying to haggle you for more money and refer multiple other shops.”
Brake Repair in Joliet, IL
24 experts listed · 9 in Joliet · 13 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
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Kiester's Garage
- Price
- Mechanic
- Diagnosis
“Another local hot rod shop did a brake job and carb tune on my '67 Camaro last summer, but the brakes were thumping so I contacted Keister's to inspect.”
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Aaccel Emissions & Auto Repair
- Codes
- Receptionist
- Diagnostic
“When its very expensive to fix used cars, AACCL Emissions, make it easier, by providing a loaner car for free, and the work they do, is very good and quality work.”
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Steve's Automotive
- Knowledge
- Light
- Prices
“Back when I had my saturn the first time i ever walked in they gave me a good deal cus my car had died in romeoville and had to be towed to Steve's and the alternator had to be put back on within a timely fashion.”
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Five Star Auto Repair
- Vehicle
- Mechanic
- Price
“Super friendly people and with very reasonable prices for any break downs in your car definitely I recommend this shop for anyone that have problems with automobile 🚗”
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Carlito's Auto Repair & Tires
- Price
“Honest fast.”
Area overview: Joliet, IL
Of the 24 experts we list here, 9 are in Joliet itself and 15 come from towns including Plainfield (5, 8 mi), Oswego (2, 15 mi) and Orland Park (2, 16 mi). The experts on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 3,549 reviews; 18 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these experts on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (89%), quality (86%) and value (84%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "fair", "diagnosis" and "warranty". 13 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the experts on this page list most often on their websites are brakes (3), tires (3), transmissions (3) and alignments (2). 8 list staff certifications (ASE) and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 66 years. 5 offer financing; 2 give free estimates; 9 are family- or locally-owned and 9 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. 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.
Data verified October 9, 2026
Listed for drivers in and around Joliet, IL, these 24 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.
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Route 30 Auto Services
“I like everything about Route service”
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G & J Autotech
- Prices
“Gil and Jose great mechanics, i trust my cars to them for the great work that they do and reasonable prizes, been doing business with them for over 25 years.”
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Collision Werks
“Work professional, excellent, one of the best doing bodywork”
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Riverfront Auto
“Been dealing wit him for 20yrs very fair price”
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Douglas Automotive Repair Inc
- Diagnosed
- Vehicle
- Prices
“No hassles, patient and very informative about the job you request and any other issues they may find you are unaware of but will only fix with your OK.”
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Precision Diagnostics Inc
- Team
- Fair
- Quality
“Jose is absolutely fantastic at organizing the work, providing clear estimates, and taking appointments, ensuring the quality of the work is second to none.”
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Integrity Automotive
- Work
- Belt
- Name
“She is having issues with her first vehicle and he took the time to explain things to her and he talked to us and answered all our questions and didn't talk at us or make us feel dumb for not knowing car stuff.”
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Cooper Service
- Diesel
- Fair
- Vehicles
“I used to live in the area and they took care of my personal vehicle no problem, now I part own a business with many trucks and after dealing with several other mechanics both cheap and expensive, Cooper's is my go to for repairs and advice, everyone...”
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Doc Motor Works Auto Repair
“They gave me updates and sent pictures of the vehicle when it was in the shop along with pictures of the parts of the issues I was having with the vehicle.”
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Naperville Auto Service Center
“Just want to say how wonderful each mechanic the owner and and the front end people thank you for taking time to listen you are all great thank you for being such a blessing if you need to get your car fixed go here”
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Blaine's Automotive
- Leak
- Chevy
- Engine
“Previously I have always brought my car to the dealer but I always feel they are way overcharging me and not sure they are working in my best interest.”
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Hayes Service Center
- Truck
- Oil
- Stars
“I called them just to see if they had time to work on my Toyota Corolla with a bad alternator/battery problem and they were able to come tow my car within 2 hours...”
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Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center
“Services Electrical repair, Tires, Steering & suspension repair, Auto exhaust system repair, General repairs & maintenance, Electrical, Tire rotations, Vehicle Inspection, Auto A/C replacement, Wheel alignment, Brakes, A/C installation & repair, Air ...”
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Bartel's Auto Clinic
“After telling me what my problem was and asking me if I wanted the work done, I of course knowing how good they are gave my consent and today I am back in the driver's seat happy knowing my car was in great hands and the problem solved.”
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Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center
- Warranty
- Fine
- Mechanic
“This was my 1st time going and I had an oil change and they got me in-and-out about 40 minutes Would I do it again I absolutely will John was very polite and nice and also Stacy”
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Keith's Car Care
“They answer all my questions, explain what I don't understand, provide great service for the car, and pick-up and deliver the vehicle when I cannot make it to the shop!”
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Motor Techs
- Caliper
- Code
- Job
“Not having any options anywhere else, motors techs took me in right away, and not only got it out, but did it immediately after I told them it was my only car and that I had to have it fixed as soon as possible.”
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BTI Tire & Alignment
- Gentleman
- Prices
- Auto Repair
“Another Shop In Morris Was Gonna Charge Me $1792 To Change One Strut ,One Lower Control Arm & Right Drive Axle BUT JOE DID BOTH STRUTS , BOTH LOWER CONTROL ARM & FIXED RIGHT DRIVE AXLE , 2 FRONT TIRES & Alignment FOR $ 1295 & Because Of Safeway Towin...”
Brake Services in Joliet, IL Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$49
Maximum cost
$661
National Average
$181
Avg Per Hour Rates
$106
$157
$361
Fair price range is based on 345 cost profiles
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Which shops listed for Joliet check brakes for free?
2 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.