Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2007 Brake System Repair Service

Advice On Your Quote

Front Brake Service

• Labor: $236.57
  This is high. Labor for replacing front brake pads usually runs 2–4 hours. With local rates in Omaha at $75–$150/hr, you’d expect $150–$300 max for about 2 hours. They might be padding the labor time, but it’s not wildly out of range if they have a high shop rate and take their time.
• Premium Brake Pads: $99.00
  Completely fair for premium pads. This is right in the normal range ($40–$120).
• Brake Rotor: $267.98
  Very high. Rotors usually cost $20–$70 each for this truck, even quality aftermarket. OEM rotors might be higher but shouldn’t be $134 each unless high-end specialty parts. If that’s for both rotors, it’s still high. Ask for brand/model and question the need for premium rotors for normal driving.

Front Caliper(s)

• Labor: $60.00
  Decent price. Even for both sides, most shops charge more (an hour per caliper is common), but if combined with brake service, $60 is fair.
• Front Left Rebuilt Caliper: $143.99
• Front Right Rebuilt Caliper: $143.99
  Right in range. Rebuilt calipers for Silverados cost around $80–$200 each.

Potential Upsell? Only if calipers aren’t leaking or sticking. Ask why replacement is recommended and request proof.

Rear Brake Service

• Labor: $40.00
  Very low and suspicious. Rear drum brake jobs are more labor-intensive than disk brakes, typically 2+ hours at $150/hr. Check if this is per wheel or if labor is hidden elsewhere.
• Brake Drum: $253.98
  High. New drums usually $20–$50 each ($100 max for a pair). Question the brand/type.
• Rear New Brake Shoes: $9.00
  Low price. Normally $20–$50 per set. May be base grade.
• Rear Drum Hardware Kit: $40.00
  A bit high, but not crazy. Hardware kits usually $10–$30 retail.

Clean & Adjust Brakes

• Labor: $29.99
  Reasonable, maybe a little low. Standard with drum brake service.

Potential Upsell? Possibly unnecessary if everything is being replaced.

Master Cylinder

• Labor: $29.99
  Too low. Master cylinder replacement usually 1–2 hours labor, so this is underquoted.
• Part: New Master Cylinder: $260.99
  Slightly high. Usually $50–$200 for good quality parts. If genuine GM or ultra-premium, this explains it. Ask for part details.

Potential Upsell? Only replace if symptoms like brake pedal sinkage or leaks exist.

Brake Flush

• Labor: $29.99
  Fair price for ½–1 hour of work.
• Part: Dot 4 Brake Fluid (qt): $19.99
  Marked up from retail ($5–$15), but not excessive for shops.

Potential Upsell? Reasonable if major brake parts replaced or fluid is old.

What Looks Too High / Upsells

• Brake Rotors and Drums prices are well above normal. Ask brand/model and consider supplying your own or requesting quality aftermarket.
• Rear Brake Shoes price seems low—check for quality or missing parts.
• Master Cylinder part price slightly high; labor underquoted—clarify both.
• Front Calipers only needed if actual issues; ask for proof.

What’s Fair

• Brake Pads, Caliper prices, labor on flush and clean/adjust, and brake fluid price are within typical ranges.

Possible Unnecessary Work or Upselling

• Master Cylinder and Calipers replacements may not be needed without symptoms.
• Clean & Adjust Brakes might be unnecessary if full rear brake replacement is done.

General Advice

• Ask for specific reasons and see proof for each recommended replacement.
• Ask for rotors/drums brand and model; consider providing your own parts.
• Request to see removed parts.
• Get a second opinion or quote from another mechanic.
• Total brake work is ~$1,800+ on a truck valued $5,500–$6,600. Prioritize critical repairs if keeping the truck but consider budget options as well.