Sunset Automotive Inc
“The people at Sunset helped me in a timely matter and briefed me with everything they are going to do and what I wanted from them.”
Best Brake Repair in Waukegan, IL
15 experts listed · 6 in Waukegan · 6 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Northern Automotive
“Good prices, fast, friendly service, I don't go anywhere else anymore for repairs.”
Ripley's Automotive LLC
“They even diagnosed and fixed a bearing in a universal joint at no extra cost or bother.”
Universal Auto Body & Customs
“For any auto body customs work, this is the place for you.”
Los Tres Amigos Auto Service
“Reliable and reasonable prices for auto repair”
J and e Auto Werks
“I would definitely go back to them for any future vehicle issues.”
Listed for drivers in and around Waukegan, IL, 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: Waukegan, IL
Of the 15 experts we list here, 6 are in Waukegan itself and 9 come from towns including Libertyville (4, 8 mi), Gurnee (1, 1 mi) and Lake Bluff (1, 6 mi). The experts on this page are rated from 3.9 to 5.0 across 2,218 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these experts on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (84%) and value (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "honest" and "fair". 6 are open on Saturdays. 1 lists staff certifications (EPA) 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 2003. 2 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 12 of the experts on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 3 list a public email and 4 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 6 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.
Paul's Bender Center
“Replacing my break pads & Rotors too helping me understand what's wrong with my vehicle with a requested diagnostic appointment with complete estimates to figure out what I can personally afford at the moment to get it done overtime there a great business you should come check them out to get your vehicle looked at by specialist”
Moberg's Automotive Repair
“It's about a 50-55 mins drive for me but highly recommend the place if looking for a long term mechanic and someone who'll be honest and not try to take advantage of your situation.”
Hainesville Firestone
“They always try to give you a good deal and many times will give you coupons or a rebate card.”
G & R Auto Repair
“Carl always performs high quality work at a very good price and gets the job done on time.”
Quick Lane Libertyville
“I have, of recent, started using their "QUICK LANE" department for certain services and found the quality of workmanship and expertise to be first rate.”
Sunset Tire & Auto Repair
“Fixed a minor tire leak in under an hour for less than the estimate.”
Motus Auto Service
“He seemed genuinely interested in servicing my vehicle and the quote he gave me - and actually billed me after repairs were complete - was about $200 less than a shop I price-compared down the street.”
JR Muffler & Brakes
“I couldn't find a muffler shop that could handle the size pipe I have on my truck and they did it great and quick.”
Rouse's Auto Repair
“Rouses is always helpful, respectful, gets your car back to you in good time, and give you good prices on every service.”
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