PriceProtect™
DriveShield™
GarageGuard™
Services
Insurance
Car Insurance
Compare Car Insurance with Jerry
Jerry’s Expert Advice
Car Insurance Estimates
Home & Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance
Loans
Car Loan
Compare Car Loans with Jerry
Jerry's Expert Advice
Car Loan Guides
Repairs
Car Repair Estimates
Repair Estimates for Popular Services
Advice
Read Car Content
Browse Jerry Car Advice
Check Out Expert Car QnA
Learn About How We Create Content
Jerry Data & Research
How long do brake pads last?
How often do brake pads need to be replaced? I’m going to get my car serviced in a few days. I’m wondering if I should ask the mechanic to replace my brake pads as well.
Phoebe Mah · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Brake pads are an essential part of road safety, so it’s wise to check! Typically,
brake pads
last for an average of 40,000 miles. The range to get them replaced can vary from 25,000 miles to 70,000 miles. It will depend on:
- Your driving habits: If you like to drive fast and suddenly press on the brake, this can cause some wear and tear on your brake pad.
- Environment: If you live in a city and consistently need to press the brake pad to stop and go while you are in traffic, this can take a toll on your brakes.
- Type of brake pad: There are three types; organic, semi-metallic, and ceramic. How long each type of brake pad lasts varies.
Ask your mechanic to check out what type of brake pads your car currently uses and how long they last so you can get a rough idea of your replacement period.
While the mechanic is looking at your brakes, spare a minute to review your car insurance to ensure you’re getting the best price.
If you want help reviewing your policy, the
Jerry
app is a good place to start. A licensed broker, Jerry does all the hard work of finding cheap quotes from more than 50 of the top name-brand insurance companies, including Nationwide, Allstate, and Travelers, and delivers the best deals to your phone in minutes for free. The average Jerry driver saves $879 a year on car insurance!Hopefully, this helps!
View full answer
- Gregory R.
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.
Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance
You Might Also Be Interested
Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry
What Others Are Asking
Browse More Content
Insurance for Your Car
Insurance in Your State
Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance
No long forms
No spam or unwanted phone calls
Quotes from top insurance companies
