Brake Repair

Brake Repair in Fort Myers, Florida

Thinking About Brakes for You


A Bit of Forethought

The best time to think about your brakes is before you need them in an emergency. Therefore, we encourage you to exercise a bit of forethought. Take care of your brakes now so that you don’t have to question their reliability in the split second of attempting a quicker than expected stop. Ensuring that your brakes are in prime condition begins with a visit for brake repair at Pit Stop in Fort Myers, Florida. Since 1997, our ASE-certified technicians have been providing a level of mechanical excellence and customer care that has earned us too many accolades and positive reviews to count. We’re open Monday through Friday 7:30am-6:00pm and Saturday 7:30am-5:00pm at 9400 Daniels Parkway Fort Myers, FL 33912. You can schedule your appointment online, phone at 239-240-8000, or walk into our shop.

Contact Us

FORT MYERS

Location

9400 Daniels Parkway
Fort Myers, FL 33912

Phone

239-240-8000

Hours

Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm
Sat-Sun Closed

Helpful Information

Of course, you know that your braking system stops your vehicle. However, it’s also helpful to understand the most basic overview of how brakes work. This enables you to more quickly recognize signs of trouble and better prepare you to discuss potential repairs. When you touch your brake pedal, it sets a series of steps that result in the hydraulic force and friction needed to stop your vehicle. Brake fluid is forced from the master cylinder through brake lines to the cylinder at each wheel. The fluid force facilitates the brake caliper forcing the brake pad against the rotor (disc) to slow and stop the car. Suppose you have the older drum brakes instead of disc brakes. A brake shoe contacts a drum to effect a stop. While regular brake inspection and service are recommended as a best practice, there are some clues you should take note of that could point to the need for brake repair. If you see the ABS (anti-lock braking system) light on the dash panel, you’ll know you need to bring your automobile in for service. Another sign is a new, unusual feeling. This can include pulling to the side when you’re braking or vibration as you apply brakes. Be aware that other issues can cause these sensations, so we’ll need to check your car to be sure. Finally, if you hear weird sounds such as a grind or screech as you brake, let us check your vehicle.

We’ll Think About Brakes For You

When you bring your auto in for attention at Pit Stop, we’ll think about your brakes, so you don’t have to. We offer reputable brake repair for any make or model. We back our work with a generous 24-month/24,000-mile warranty and offer as many customer conveniences as possible to make your service visit easier. Perks include shuttle/rideshare, the option of financing, prompt turnaround, alternate hours drop-off/pick-up, and free wifi if you’re waiting on site. We genuinely care about the community we serve, participating in giving as we grow to benefit many charities and people in need.