Cruz Auto Repair
“They completed the work in a timely manner and I am very pleased with the great job they did.”
Best Brake Repair in Richmond, CA
15 experts listed · 9 in Richmond · 8 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Narasaki Automotive and Marine
“If you ask locals where they go to get their vehicle worked on, everyone trusts Narasaki to do it right without cutting corners, and they are keeping older model vehicles running for hundreds of thousands of miles with proper preventative maintenance.”
Rc Racing & Restoration
“Brought in my 79 c-10 and Damian gave me great recommendations on continuing my build.”
Auto Karma TT
“Me & my family have been coming to this mechanic for about 10 years now & we're always satisfied with his work.”
Saldana's Auto Repair & Custom Muffler Center
“My catalytic converter was stolen, called around and spoke to Rodolfo, very knowledgeable and straightforward with price and service.”
Gv Automotive Inc
“Best shop I've ever been to the guy is honest and sincere and does great work doesn't overcharge you or charge you to even look at it I recommend going to this place highly”
Listed for drivers in and around Richmond, CA, these 15 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: Richmond, CA
Of the 15 experts we list here, 9 are in Richmond itself and 6 come from Berkeley (5, 6 mi) and El Sobrante (1, 3 mi). The experts on this page are rated from 4.0 to 4.9 across 2,139 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "price", "diagnosis" and "communication". 8 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 4 websites of the experts on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 10 of the experts on this page; 3 publish a contact page and 2 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.
Can I get brakes done on Saturdays or Sundays?
Weekend hours are listed by 8 of the 15 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.
D&S Auto Repair Inc.
“I am very pleased and will be using them again.”
A&A Auto Body Shop
“We got the car back in 3 days, paid a fair price and Alex even painted an extra spot, which was not part of the deal.”
Felix Auto Repair
“Felix understands budgets and will always try to make things work out within those means.”
Smog Check Berkeley
“I was in and out in 10 minutes for smog check”
Argonaut Garage
“Very courteous, inviting, and tentative to your need regarding your vehicle.”
Ackerman's Servicing Volvo & Subaru
“They always get my car back in order!”
Berkeley Auto Service
“Did a point inspection for a safety check and needed to replace what we needed without any fuss!”
Burrough & Sons Automotive Inc.
“Excellent quality service, and provided a lift 4me😊 Best part didn't cost me a arm and a leg!!!!”
Autometrics
“They were courteous, knowledgeable , and professional when interacting with me.”
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