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Texas Complete Auto Repair, Lube & Car Wash: Brake Repair in Kemah

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Brake Repair in Kemah

If your brakes squeal, grind, or the pedal feels soft, bring it in. We check the whole system, show you photos of what we find, and only do the work you approve.

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Repair from $199See the price list

  • 4.9 stars on Google
  • Up to 36 month / 36,000 mile warranty
  • ASE-certified technicians

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How we handle brake repair

Brake repair here starts with a full inspection of the pads, rotors, calipers, hoses and brake fluid. We don't guess from a noise. A tech pulls the wheels, checks how much is left, and looks at how everything is wearing.

Signs it's time to bring it in

  • A high squeal when you brake. Many pads have a small wear indicator that makes that sound on purpose once they get thin.
  • Grinding or scraping, which usually means the pads are worn down to metal.
  • A pulsing pedal or a shaking steering wheel when you slow down.
  • A pedal that feels soft or sinks closer to the floor.
  • The car pulling to one side when you stop.
  • A brake warning light on the dash.

What happens next

Before we touch anything, you get photos and videos of what we found and a clear estimate. Nothing gets done until you say yes.

If your rotors are worn or damaged, we'll show you and put new rotors on the estimate.

Brake fluid picks up moisture over time, so we check it during the inspection and tell you if it's due for service.

Our ASE-certified technicians work on all makes and models, and brake repairs are covered by our 12 month, 12,000 mile warranty.

Recent work

Recent brake repair work at our Kemah shop

Why Are My Rear Brakes Squeaking and Grinding?

Kemah · November 2026 · From our shop records

The right side brake was worn to the backing plate, so we replaced the drum brake assemblies on both sides. At our Kemah shop, we looked at a vehicle a driver brought in at 145,000 miles because the brakes were squeaking and making a minor grinding sound. During the inspection, our tech heard the grinding noise coming from the rear brakes.

The team did a brake fluid service to bleed any air in the system caused by a rear cylinder leak.

Do My Noisy Brakes Need New Pads?

Kemah · November 2026 · From our shop records

We replaced the rear brake pads and both rear calipers, resurfaced the rotors, and serviced the brake system. With the brakes making noise, a driver brought their vehicle into our Kemah shop at 149,000 miles. Our tech ran a brake diagnostic.

The rear pads we put on were the heavy duty type.

Need brake repair? Bring it to our Kemah shop.

4.9 stars from 532 Google reviews

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Problems we fix

  • Pedal pulses or the wheel shakes

    Often a sign the rotors have worn unevenly.

  • Soft or sinking pedal

    Can point to air or moisture in the brake fluid, a leak, or a worn part in the hydraulic system. Don't put this one off.

  • Car pulls when you stop

    Often a sticking caliper or pads wearing unevenly from one side to the other.

  • Brake light is on

    It can mean low brake fluid, worn pads on cars with a wear sensor, or another fault in the system. We'll find out which.

Reviews

What customers say about our brake repair work

4.9 stars on Google from 532 reviews as of November 2026

“Great customer service! I was traveling and needed to get an alignment done due to hitting a pothole. They did a full check and helped me also get new brakes. Very professional and great team. Highly recommend!”
Ahmad al-taherGoogle review
“They fixed the AC and replaced the brakes in my son’s first truck. They have excellent customer service. Very friendly and honest. They communicated with me throughout the repairs and had the truck ready the next day. They will be my first choice the next time I need any repairs done.”
Adrian Van CourtGoogle review
“Had a great experience at Texas Complete Auto Repair. Came in for an oil change. Upon further inspection, my maintenance tech discovered I was missing a brake caliper pin due to a botched repair from a previous shop. I asked how much it would be, and Gerson said that they would take care of it. Very rare to get that level of customer service these days. Will 100% be back with any future vehicle repairs I need.”
Andrew MandileGoogle review
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Where we work

Brake Repair for drivers near Kemah

Texas Complete Auto Repair, Lube & Car Wash

Texas Complete Auto Repair, Lube & Car Wash

4.9(532) as of Nov 20264.9 out of 5, from 532 Google reviews, as of November 2026

916 FM 518 East

Mon to Fri, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Sat, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Sun, closed

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FAQ

Brake Repair questions, answered

Common questions about our brake repair.

How do I know if I need new brake pads or rotors?

Noise, vibration and how the pedal feels are the usual clues, but the only way to know for sure is to look. We pull the wheels, check the pads and rotors, and send you photos so you can see it for yourself.

Is it safe to keep driving if my brakes are grinding?

We'd bring it in as soon as you can. Grinding usually means metal is rubbing on metal, which wears the rotors fast and can make the car harder to stop.

Will I know what it costs before you start?

Yes. You get photos, videos and a clear estimate first, and nothing is done until you approve it.

Do brake repairs come with a warranty?

Yes. Brake repairs carry a 12 month, 12,000 mile warranty.

Do I have to wait at the shop?

No. We have a free shuttle, and loaner cars are available. You can also use our early bird or after hours drop off. If you'd rather wait, we have a comfortable waiting room with free Wi-Fi.

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Up to 36 month / 36,000 mile warranty

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4.9 stars on Google

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