Squealing or grinding
A high-pitched squeal usually means the pads are getting thin. Grinding means they may be worn through, and waiting can damage the rotors.
Mobile brake service without the shop visit.
Brake pads, rotors and brake fluid flushes, done right where your vehicle is parked. You get an upfront quote for parts and labor before any work starts.
Questions? Call or text (518) 888-7497 · Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm
- Pads, rotors and brake fluid
- Priced as parts + labor for your vehicle
- 12-month / 12,000-mile workmanship warranty
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We'll call, text or email you with a quote or to set up a diagnostic visit. A confirmation is on its way to your email.
We reply Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Want to send photos? Call or text (518) 888-7497.
What's included
What our brake service covers
Tell us what you're noticing and what you drive. We'll quote the job for your vehicle, bring the parts, and do the work in your driveway or at your workplace.
While the wheels are off, we look over the rest of the brake hardware. If something else needs attention, we'll tell you and quote it. Nothing extra is replaced without your OK.
- Brake pad replacement, front or rear
- Rotor replacement when the rotors are worn or warped
- Brake fluid flush
- Calipers, hoses and hardware checked while the wheels are off
- Parts and labor listed separately on your quote
When to book
Signs your brakes need attention
A pedal that pulses or shakes
Vibration through the pedal or steering wheel when you brake often points to warped rotors.
A soft or sinking pedal
If the pedal feels spongy or travels further than it used to, the brake fluid or hydraulics need attention. Don't put this one off.
Pulling to one side
A vehicle that drifts left or right under braking may have a sticking caliper or uneven pad wear.
A brake warning light
Have it checked before you keep driving on it.
Noise after a salty winter
Road salt is hard on brake parts in the Capital Region. Rust on the rotors and hardware can cause noise and vibration.
How it works
Three steps. No drop-off, no waiting room.
Tell us what's going on
Your vehicle, the problem and where it's parked. Book online, call or text. You can text us photos of warning lights, too.
Get a clear quote
If we can price it accurately, you get an upfront quote. If it needs a look first, we book a diagnostic visit instead of guessing.
We come to you
We show up at the scheduled time and do the work right where your vehicle is parked, at home or at work, so you can get on with your day.
Pricing
Clear pricing. No surprises.
Every vehicle is different, so we quote each job for yours instead of posting flat prices. You'll know what you're paying, and when, before we pick up a wrench.
What you can count on
- An upfront quote for your exact vehicle before any work starts
- Parts and labor listed separately on every quote
- No travel fees and no convenience fees
- Nothing extra replaced without your OK
- A 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty on our workmanship
When you pay
- Routine maintenance
- After the work is done.
- Diagnostic visits
- At the visit. The fee can be credited toward the repair you approve.
- Larger repairs
- A parts deposit before we order, with the balance due when the job's complete.
Reviews
What customers say.
★★★★★
Excellent service and experience! Upshift provided a very efficient and professional experience. They showed up on time, performed outstanding work, and best of all, saved me hours of sitting in a waiting area. I never had to leave home!
★★★★★
Brilliant! Being able to have car service performed at MY convenient location is just wonderful! I imagine that many of us have had to drop our cars off, figure out rides or sit for HOURS waiting for our car service to be done (I have...). Not so with UPSHIFT! They'll come to my house, or my office, or... wherever is convenient, and do the work while I continue doing what I need to or want to do. No more hours wasted sitting in a waiting room. No more trying to figure out how to get a ride...
★★★★★
Great service and smooth arrangements, payments, messaging for reminders and other contacts, and excellent web presence. I'll definitely call on them again for further remote maintenance.
★★★★★
Super easy and convenient to book. It’s so nice to not have to sit in a mechanic shop and to get car maintenance done from the comfort of my own home!
Brake service: common questions
Still unsure? Call or text (518) 888-7497 and a real person will answer.
How much does brake service cost?
Brake jobs are priced as parts plus labor, and both depend on your vehicle. Send us the year, make and model and tell us what you're noticing, and we'll give you an upfront quote. There's no travel fee.
Do I need new rotors or just pads?
It depends on the condition of the rotors. If they're worn too thin, scored or warped, new pads alone won't fix the problem and will wear out early. We'll check them and tell you before doing any work.
Can you really do brakes in a driveway?
Yes. We need a level, solid surface and adequate, safe space to work around the vehicle. If you're not sure about your spot, ask us.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes. Our workmanship is covered for 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first, and replacement parts carry their manufacturer's warranty. See our Warranty Policy.