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With every vehicle, problems could sometimes come from nowhere. Of course, taking your vehicle in for frequent maintenance checks can give drivers the foresight to avoid eventual problems with the car, but everyday issues could still happen. One of the many issues may be squeaky brakes, and there could be some ways to prevent this from happening, depending on if your brakes are old or new. Brake squeaking is likely the result of driving habits or driving conditions. Here we’ll provide a deeper breakdown of some common reasons for why your brakes screech, how long brake pads should last, and when you should replace them.
This might surprise you, but one of the reasons for brake screeching is that your brakes are just too new. Your vehicle’s brakes might need some more miles to get accustomed to the car. In this case, weather conditions could lead to built-up moisture covering your brake pads, and it can take a while to remove that moisture. Additionally, how you drive may cause brake squeaking. “Riding” your brakes (keeping your foot on the brakes) or late braking could cause brake noise, even if they are brand-new. If that’s the case, then try giving your brakes a break to help avoid making more heat.
Old brakes are typically why you might hear that squeaking noise as well. Throughout the years, components on every car will likely start to wear down due to driving habits, moisture, if it is garaged or not, and rust. The simple fix is to just get them replaced with brand-new ones. However, a change in how you drive could extend the life of your brake pads.
The lifespan of brake pads could last a long time, depending on the way drivers treat the brake pads. Understanding how you drive is essential, as it can help drivers realize when to replace the brakes. Brake pads typically last around 25,000-65,000 miles, but bad driving can cause that number to shrink. Riding your brakes (when your foot is always on the brake pedal) and hard braking places heat and pressure on the brake pads and can lead to diminishing their lifespan. If squeaking begins to occur, you might consider getting them changed and try adjusting your driving habits to increase the brake pad’s lifespan.
If you think your brake pads need to be changed, don’t wait another minute to contact us at Sterling McCall GMC to schedule a service appointment. Our team of experts will take all of the guesswork out of determining the brake service that your truck or SUV needs. We proudly service all makes and models of vehicles. Schedule your brake service appointment today.
