Drum Brake Service in Hickory, NC 28602 — Reliable, Affordable, and Professional Brake Care

Keeping Your Drum Brakes in Top Shape

Your vehicle's brake system is vital for your safety, and properly maintaining your drum brakes ensures reliable stopping power every time you hit the brake pedal. Like disc brakes, drum brakes convert hydraulic pressure into mechanical force to slow your vehicle. The brake shoes expand inside the drum, and the friction material creates the resistance needed to slow or stop the vehicle safely.

While drum brakes were once the industry standard on all wheels, today they are primarily found on the rear wheels of many economy cars, including popular models from Toyota, Honda, KIA, and Hyundai. Drum brakes also serve a dual purpose by acting as your parking brake, using a mechanical cable to expand the brake shoes and keep your vehicle stationary when parked.

At Dickinson Service Center in Hickory, we understand the critical role drum brakes play in your vehicle’s performance. That’s why we recommend a brake inspection at least every 3,000 to 5,000 miles or during regular oil changes. If you're in Catawba County or nearby cities like Hickory, Newton, Lincolnton, Vale, or Conover, visit Dickinson Service Center, and we can usually perform a drum brake inspection while you wait!

Signs You Need Drum Brake Service

As drum brakes wear down over time, you might notice:

• Brake shoes worn to less than 2mm thick: worn shoes can reduce braking efficiency and must be replaced immediately.

• Unusual brake pedal feel: A softer or less responsive brake pedal could indicate worn-out or misadjusted drum brakes.

• Grinding, squealing, or scraping noises: sounds that suggest worn brake shoes or damaged internal components.

• Parking brake problems: difficulty keeping your vehicle stationary could mean the mechanical parking brake system inside the drums needs attention.

• Rust or worn components: Springs, levers, and cables inside the drum can wear out, corrode, or seize with time.

Even if you haven't noticed these symptoms, proactive maintenance can save you money and prevent serious brake system failures. At Dickinson Service Center, we perform comprehensive inspections to detect minor issues before they become costly problems.

Complete Drum Brake Repair and Service

Whether you need a simple brake adjustment, new brake shoes, or a full drum brake replacement, our Expert technicians at Dickinson Service Center have the experience and tools to deliver high-quality results. We work with all makes and models, including Toyota, Honda, KIA, Hyundai, and more.

Our drum brake services include:

• Brake shoe replacement

• Brake drum resurfacing or replacement

• Brake hardware inspection and replacement

• Brake fluid inspection and service

• Complete brake system diagnostics

Your Quality Shop for Drum Brake Repairs in Hickory

At Dickinson Service Center, we’ve proudly served Hickory and the surrounding areas since 1994, providing trustworthy drum brake repair, scheduled maintenance, brake repair, auto air conditioning repair, and more. We are committed to ensuring your vehicle’s safety and performance with every service we provide.

Reasons You Should Do Business With Us:

• Transparency
• Honesty
• Integrity
• We are Experts
• Years of Experience

We have a review score of 100 based on feedback from 301 satisfied customers, and we back our work with a 2-Year/24,000-Mile warranty for your peace of mind.

Schedule Your Drum Brake Service Today!

Don't wait until your brakes fail; ensure your safety by visiting Dickinson Service Center in Hickory, NC 28602. Schedule an appointment online at https://dickinsonservicecenter.com/ or call us today at 828-294-4110!

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