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Hiring brake repair shops in Portland: Costs and Checks
The four brake repair shops we compare in Portland average 4.7 out of 5 from 1,313 public reviews. Get at least two written quotes for the same scope, and check what each leaves out.
What pushes the price up
Two quotes for the same job can be far apart. Usually that is because one includes things the other leaves out, not because one company is much cheaper.
Ask every company to price the same written list, so you compare like with like.
A good quote lists all of these
- Exact scope, materials and brand names
- Permit fees and who pulls the permit
- Electrical work, clean-up and repairs around the job
- Warranty terms, in writing
- Payment stages tied to finished work
The four we compare, on paper
From our Portland brake repair shops comparison. Each one is best for something different.
| Business | Rating | Reviews | Years | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meineke Car Care CenterPortland | 4.8 | 258 (2021) | – | Not published | Our quick choice |
| VIP Tires & ServiceScarborough | 4.7 | 423 (2021) | – | Not published | Most reviewed |
| VIP Tires & ServiceYarmouth | 4.6 | 414 (2021) | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
| Don Foshays Discount Tire and AlignmentSouth Portland | 4.7 | 218 (2021) | – | Not published | Strong all-rounder |
Ratings and reviews from public review sites, checked October 31, 2026.Spot a mistake?
Local facts: Cumberland
Public and government data that adds context to the quotes you’ll get.
- 3,246People per square milePublic recordCalculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area · 2025
- 21.5 sq miLand areaPublic recordU.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files · 2025
- 69,911Portland residentsPublic recordU.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025) · July 1, 2025
- +2.2%Population change since 2020: from 68,406 (April 2020 base)Public recordU.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025) · 2020–2025
Figures from public sources, checked October 31, 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Get two or three quotes for the same written scope
- Book outside the busiest season if the job can wait
- Ask about free estimates before anyone visits
- Paying a big deposit before work starts
Where these numbers come from
Ratings and review counts come from public review sites; local facts from the public sources cited above. No business paid to be mentioned.
Found something that looks off? Tell us. Read how we pick the four.
FAQ: costs in Portland
How is the top 4 ranking of brake repair shops in Portland calculated?
Each business gets a score from its rating, review volume, recent reviews, years in business, profile completeness and record checks. The highest scores make the list. We compared 17 brake repair shops for Portland. Paid placements never change the order.
Which of these brake repair shops in Portland has the best reviews?
Meineke Car Care Center has a 4.8 rating from 258 (2021) (2021) public reviews, the highest on this page.
Which of these brake repair shops has the most reviews?
VIP Tires & Service, with 423 (2021) (2021) public reviews. A long review history shows how a business handles many jobs.
Are these brake repair shops licensed?
4 of the 4 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check.
How many quotes should I get for brake repair shops in Portland?
Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.
Ready for real numbers?
Compare Portland’s top brake repair shops side by side, then ask only the ones you pick for a quote.