Brake Inspection

The Basics Behind Brake Inspection Services at Water Street Auto Ltd.

Brakes use friction to bring a vehicle to a complete stop. This friction creates a substantial amount of heat that can degrade the brakes and brake components over time. As a result, inspecting these components and ensuring proper operation has become a critical part of overall vehicle maintenance. Although brake systems vary from vehicle to vehicle, the responsibility and importance of the components remains the same. Today, some common brake types include drum and disc brakes. Drum brakes contain brake shoes, drums, wheel cylinders, springs, and self-adjusters. Disc brakes contain brake pads, rotors, calipers, and hydraulic components. Depending on the design of the rear brake system, the parking brake assembly, which keeps the vehicle from rolling once stopped, can be housed in either a drum or rotor. All of these components, including the brake pedal and brake fluid, should be checked during a brake inspection service to help ensure that a vehicle is safe to operate.

Why Should You Have Brake Inspection Services Performed at Water Street Auto Ltd.?

Brake inspections are crucial to ensuring safe driving conditions. Determining when to seek an inspection will depend on your driving conditions and preferences. The goal of our brake inspection is to find, diagnose, and discuss any issues while recommending brake repair procedures. During a brake inspection, we may discover that your brake system requires new brake pads or shoes, or the installation of new brake calipers or wheel cylinders. Alternatively, we may need to drain and replace your old brake fluid to rid the brake lines of air, dirt, and other contaminants. If your brake lines and hoses show cracks or heat damage, we may suggest replacements. To restore maximum braking ability, the rotors or drums of your disc or drum brake system might also need to be replaced. Our methods and items for repair will vary by inspection, so please contact us online or give us a call to learn more about brake maintenance.

We proudly service the Brake Inspection needs of customers in Cambridge, ON, Galt, ON, Preston, ON, and surrounding areas.

Areas Served : Cambridge, ON | Galt, ON | Preston, ON | and surrounding areas

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   Linda Poulin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Definitely a 5 star. Great Service and friendly Staff. Took my car in even though they were very busy ! Found the problem and the best solution. Definitely ???? getting my business and free advertisement! Thanks
  
 
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   Anna Fanjoy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve had really good experiences at Water Street Auto for my car and my husband’s car. They are fair and transparent when quoting work, make good recommendations and have gone above and beyond for me. I would recommend them for anyone looking for a good mechanic and auto shop.
  
 
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   Darren Brogreen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had my wife's car repaired here. They gave the option to drop off the car overnight for next day service. They repaired that day, so a full day early! They are professional and prompt!
  
 
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   Robert Mitchell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have dealt with Water St Auto for several years and have always found the service to be very good.John and now Dave have always been knowledgeable and friendly along with the staff in the shop.My wife and I will continue to deal there in the future.
  
 
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   Jim Lawson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service and advice.
  
 
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   Glenn Metcalf 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am very pleased with the service I have received from Water Street Auto. Dave is very personable and accommodating. He will give advice on service aspects of our vehicles but I do not feel pressured in any way. I have recommended their services to friends and family.
  
 
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   Dylan Sheppard 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great people, great management! Genuinely seem to care about the customer. Very knowledgeable & helpful with information.
  
 
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   Trevor Dow 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A bit of a late review ..(end of summer) but needs to be said … one day my son had an issue with his car at work  &  again on the way home …he works out of town so having a working car is paramount. I had called  the garage right around closing time  figuring it was likely to late and everyone was gone  but I  left a msg anyway   …Dave called me back 20min or so PAST closing time to see what the problem was and was able to take care of it next day! Great local garage, friendly reasonable and always willing to do what they can to help you out. Thanks again for another great experience!
  
 
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   Caroline P 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ONCE AGAIN EXCELLENT SERVICE on 10/15/24. I have written so many reviews on Water St Auto, I am like a broken record ... lol !!     I kept updating the previous reviews, but I am not sure anyone saw those anymore. Our poor old vehicles are in for service more often these days and so that is why I had so many updates (I had to delete them so I could make a fresh review). Our "poor old vehicles" are the reason why we are so pleased with the folks at Water St Auto. These guys are incredible! They have looked after our vehicles for @ 30 years and although 10 years ago we moved an hour away from Cambridge, we still bring our vehicles here for any work that is needed. These guys are keeping our vehicles safe and on the road and we trust them 100%. Just recently, we had A/C issues in the van while it was super hot and last week, heater issues in the Toyota which we noticed after it got cold ... Both taken care of efficiently & effectively & of special importance ... economically! Thank you Water St Auto team : )
  
 
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   Carol Ariss 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dave and his crew again took care of my cars needs.  Always able to get a convenient appointment when necessary.  Having a trusting relationship these days is important.  Thank you again to the amazing staff.