Mobile caliper repair and replacement at your home or office. Sticking or seized calipers cause uneven wear, pulling, and reduced stopping power — we fix them at your location.
The brake caliper is the hydraulic clamp that squeezes your brake pads against the rotor when you press the pedal. A sticking or seized caliper doesn't release properly — causing the pads to drag on the rotor, creating heat, accelerated wear, and dangerous pulling when braking. Our mobile service diagnoses and fixes caliper issues at your location.
We test piston extension and retraction, slide pin movement, and hydraulic response to determine whether repair or replacement is needed.
Caliper pistons and dust boots are inspected for cracks, tears, and corrosion that allow contamination and cause seizing.
Slide pins are cleaned, inspected, and lubricated with the correct high-temperature brake grease to ensure smooth caliper movement.
Worn clips, shims, and anti-rattle hardware are replaced to prevent noise and allow correct caliper positioning.
When rebuild isn't viable, we replace with an OEM-grade remanufactured caliper matched to your vehicle — including a brake line bleed.
Caliper issues often masquerade as pad or rotor problems. Here's how to tell the difference.
The most telling caliper symptom. If one caliper is sticking or seizing, it applies more braking force on one side, pulling the vehicle toward that wheel.
A seized caliper constantly drags the pad against the rotor even when you're not braking. That wheel will be significantly hotter than the others after driving.
If you hear squealing or grinding that continues after you release the brake pedal, a stuck caliper is not releasing and the pad is dragging on the rotor.
If one pad is significantly more worn than the other on the same axle, a sticky caliper is applying unequal pressure. This ruins pads prematurely and scores rotors.
A damaged caliper piston seal can leak brake fluid, which you may notice as a wet spot near the wheel. This also introduces air into the system — a serious safety issue.
A severely seized caliper can drag even during normal driving, causing the vehicle to pull to one side constantly and reducing fuel economy from the added resistance.
We test caliper operation before quoting — you know exactly what's needed and why before any work starts.
Once diagnosed, we source the correct caliper for your vehicle and confirm Priority or next-day availability.
Caliper service or replacement performed at your location with a full brake bleed included.
We test braking performance before leaving. Pulling, dragging, and uneven braking — resolved.
It depends on the severity and cause. Minor sticking due to dirty slide pins can often be resolved with cleaning and lubrication. Seized pistons, damaged boots, or corroded hardware typically require full caliper replacement. We diagnose first and only recommend replacement when necessary.
It's often recommended to replace calipers in pairs (both on the same axle) to ensure equal braking force on both sides. If one caliper is failing, the other is often of similar age and condition. We'll assess both and give you an honest recommendation based on actual condition.
Almost always yes. A sticking or seized caliper causes uneven and accelerated pad wear. By the time the caliper is replaced, the pads are usually worn unevenly and should be replaced for safety and performance. We include a pad assessment with every caliper job.
Caliper service pricing depends on your vehicle, whether a rebuild or full replacement is needed, and which calipers are involved. We diagnose first, then give you a clear upfront quote before any work begins. Call (310) 307-1431 or submit your vehicle info for an accurate estimate.
Yes. Caliper replacement is a standard on-site service — it doesn't require a lift. We carry all necessary tools, replacement calipers, and bleed equipment on every mobile service call. Your driveway or parking lot works perfectly.
Don't let a sticking caliper wear through your pads and rotors. Get a mobile diagnosis and repair at your location — Subject to availability.