Calling all car experts

My brakes are squealing when I apply the brakes. Does this mean new brake pads are needed, vs. just checking brake fluid?
If so anyone know the approximate price of a brake pad job?

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Sojournersoul · M

If it sounds like metal on metal, brake pads.

Coralmist · 41-45, F

@Sojournersoul High pitch squealing..ugh. thank you 🍀

Sojournersoul · M

@Coralmist Might have them checked quick. It will damage your rotors too.

Lilnonames · F

@Sojournersoul most shops will replace rotors

Sojournersoul · M

@Lilnonames Yes they will or turn them if they have enough material.

Lilnonames · F

@Sojournersoul they don't turn them anymore

Sojournersoul · M

@Lilnonames Really. Shop here still offers it.

Coralmist · 41-45, F

@Sojournersoul What is "turning" them?

Sojournersoul · M

@Coralmist If they have enough metal left on them, they can make them smooth again.