On any car, issues may occasionally come from nowhere. Of course, yearly maintenance checks might give you a chance to prevent future problems with the vehicle, but everyday issues can still occur. One of the many concerns might be screeching brakes, and there could be some ways to prevent this from happening, depending on if they are old or brand-new. Brake squeaking could occur because of driving conditions and driving habits. Here we’ll give you a deeper breakdown of some frequent reasons for why your brakes are squeaking, how many miles your brake pads might last, and when to replace them.
This might shock you, but one of the many causes of brake squealing is that they are simply too new. Your vehicle’s brakes might require a few more trips to work to break in and get accustomed to your car. In this case, weather conditions can lead to a build-up of moisture on your brake pads, and it can take a bit of time to dry that moisture. Also, how you drive can cause some brake screeching. “Riding” your brakes or heavy braking could lead to brake squeaking, even if they’re brand-new. If this is the case, try giving your brakes a break to help avoid making more friction.
Worn-down brakes could be the reason you might hear that squeaking noise also. Over the years, parts on every vehicle will likely begin to break down due to driving habits, moisture, if it is garaged or not, and rust. The simple fix is to just get those brakes replaced with brand-new parts. However, a shift in the way you drive could reduce the squeaking prior to taking them to the dealership.
The life of brakes could run for thousands of miles, based on how you drive. Understanding your driving habits is important, as it can help drivers understand when to replace the brake pads. Brake pads typically last around 25,000-65,000 miles, but driving habits have such an important position. Braking hard and riding your brakes (when your foot is always on the brakes) places a lot of friction and pressure on the brakes and can lead to diminishing their life. If screeching begins to happen, you should get them changed and try changing your driving habits to extend the pad’s lifespan.
Contact us at Group 1 Chevrolet Spring if you think your brake pads need to be changed. Our team of professionals is ready to take all of the guesswork out of figuring out the specific brake service your car, truck, SUV, or minivan needs. We will happily service your vehicle no matter its make or model. Schedule your brake service appointment today.
