At Burmack we provide expert brake maintenance services using quality parts and covered by our Nationwide Warranty.

Maintaining your brakes means not waiting until they need repairs or you find they are not up to the task of stopping you safely in an emergency situation. It is important to remember that brake noises are not only caused by normal wear and any unusual noises anywhere in your car should always be investigated by a qualified professional mechanic.

When it comes to Brake Maintenance, you should never take a risk. If you're not sure if your brake maintenance is absolutely 100% - call a professional like Burmack without delay.

Some things are best left to experienced mechanics and this is one of them. You should never let anyone but a qualified professional touch something as key to your safety as your braking system.

Brake pads compress against your brake rotors to create friction which is then used to make your car stop. Unfortunately, this friction also gives of a large amount of heat, which eventually begins to wear the brake pads down over time, making the pads less effective at performing this crucial function.

A "Squealing" or "Screeching" sound when you apply your brakes is generally an indication that your brake pads are due for a change as many pads have a small metal piece implanted in them designed to deliberately scrape on the disc when your brake pads are wearing out, alerting you that the pads need attention. You shouldn't wait until you hear such noises to get your pads checked and ideally should have your brakes inspected at every service.

We offer a Free Vehicle Inspection Report with every car service. As part of our Vehicle Inspection Report we inspect the brake pads for signs of wear and will tell you if they need replacing. We can also recommend the right pad for your driving style and conditions.

Car brake pads can generally last anywhere between 15,000 to 70,000 km's but this estimate can vary considerably based on a number of variable such as regularly hauling heavy loads, you particular driving style and local conditions.

If your brake pads are wearing out prematurely your Burmack mechanic might advise using a heavier duty or heat resistant brake pad better suited to your vehicle or your requirements. Larger vehicles such as 4wds, SUV's, light commercials, and trucks often require heavy duty brake pads to cope with the additional load placed on them by the vehicles' larger mass. Vehicles that often tow heavy loads are also good candidates for a heavy duty brake pad upgrade.

Brake fluid provides the pressure needed by the brake pads to stop your car. It also helps prolong the lifespan of your various brake components by helping to prevent corrosion. Most people know that it is imperative to keep the brake fluid level topped up, but did you know that you should also have the entire system flushed regularly to replace old brake fluid and prevent excessive moisture in the fluid?

Simply because it looks clean doesn't mean your brake fluid is actually in good condition. Moisture can accumulate in the brake fluid and it's not always noticeable in a visual inspection. Moisture in the fluid increases the chance the fluid will boil, which could result in a loss of braking pressure. A visual inspection is not sufficient to identify excess moisture in your brake fluid.

Some things are best left to the experts and this is one of them. You should never let anyone but a qualified professional such as Burmacktouch something as key to your safety as your braking system.