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title: The 3 Best Brake repair shops in Ankeny | Local Three
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updated: 2026-11-04
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# The 3 Best Brake repair shops in Ankeny

2027 Edition

Three brake repair shops in Ankeny worth calling first, chosen from 8 local companies on their public record. Here is why each one made it.

Updated November 4, 2026 By the Local Three editors [How we select](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

In short

Of the 8 brake repair shops we reviewed in Ankeny, these three had the strongest records: 847 public reviews between them, averaging 4.8 out of 5.

Local Three editors · November 4, 2026

Editor's Pick

## [Honest Wrenches Automotive Repair](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-307bc7dd003e9671/)

**4.8** from 418 reviews

Based in

Des Moines

Coverage

Based in Ankeny

### Why we picked them

The strongest overall record of the 8 brake repair shops we reviewed in Ankeny: rating, review volume, recent activity and years in business, taken together.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 515-250-4363](tel:+15152504363)[Website](http://www.honestwrenches.com/)

Reader Favorite

## [Fast Tire Ankeny](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-359975ad3a2770f7/)

**4.8** from 254 reviews

Based in

Ankeny

Coverage

Based in Ankeny

### Why we picked them

A large, loyal client base: 254 public reviews, averaging 4.8 out of 5.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 515-964-5985](tel:+15159645985)[Website](https://www.fasttiredm.com/des-moines/801-e-1st-st/?y_source=1_MTUzMzA0NTItNTU5LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D)

Selection 03

## [Midas](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-0d772006a739ef72/)

**4.7** from 175 reviews

Based in

Ankeny

Coverage

Based in Ankeny

### Why we picked them

A steady public record: 4.7 from 175 reviews.

Checked Oct 2026

- Operating status

Request a quote [Call +1 515-259-1867](tel:+15152591867)[Website](https://www.midas.com/store/ia/ankeny/295-sw-oralabor-road-50023?shopnum=2244)

Beyond the three

## More brake repair shops in Ankeny

Other Ankeny companies that met our basic bar. We looked at 8 in all for this work.

- [All Pro Servicenter](https://thelocalthree.com/business/g-616ce3c8e3e156d1/) 4.7 · 106
- Car-X Tire & Auto 4.5 · 308
- Car-X Tire & Auto 4.6 · 158
- Heartland Tire and Auto 4.7 · 88
- Big O Tires 4.5 · 248

At a glance

## The three, side by side

Comparison of the selected brake repair shops in Ankeny

| | 01 Honest Wrenches Automotive Repair | 02 Fast Tire Ankeny | 03 Midas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Editor's Pick | Reader Favorite | – |
| Rating | 4.8 · 418 reviews | 4.8 · 254 reviews | 4.7 · 175 reviews |
| In business | – | – | – |
| Budget | – | – | – |
| Free estimate | Ask | Ask | Ask |
| License | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet | Not confirmed yet |
| Based in | Des Moines | Ankeny | Ankeny |

Methodology

## How we selected these businesses

Three is a deliberately small number. It forces us to leave out good companies.

[Read the full methodology](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-select/)

1.

**We start with everyone.** 8 brake repair shops in Ankeny, from public listings and review platforms.

2.

**We remove the risky.** No working phone, too few genuine reviews or a weak rating.

3.

**We read the record.** Review volume and recency, years in business and the record checks we could confirm.

4.

**Editors keep three.** And write down who each one suits best.

[How we make money](https://thelocalthree.com/how-we-make-money/).

Local facts · Polk

## Ankeny, by the numbers

Public records tell you how busy the trade is and what the rules ask of every job. Read them before you call.

People per square mile

2,383

[Calculated from U.S. Census Bureau 2025 estimates and Gazetteer land area](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Land area

32.7 sq mi

[U.S. Census Bureau, 2025 Gazetteer files](https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html) · 2025

Ankeny residents

77,833

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · July 1, 2025

Population change since 2020: from 68,102 (April 2020 base)

+14.3%

[U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates (sub-est2025)](https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html) · 2020–2025

Public sources, checked November 4, 2026.

Local guide

## Hiring brake repair shops in Ankeny: what to know first

### Check the license

Look the company up on your state’s license search, and ask for insurance papers sent by the insurer.

### Compare written quotes

Three quotes for the same work, each listing what is not included.

### Ask about the warranty

In writing, clear about what it covers, and transferable if you sell.

### Pay in stages

Pay for finished, inspected stages, not dates. More in [our Ankeny cost guide](https://thelocalthree.com/guides/brake-repair-shops-cost-ankeny/).

Request a quote

## Ask our three for a price

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Questions

## Questions about brake repair shops in Ankeny

How did the editors choose these brake repair shops in Ankeny?

Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 8 brake repair shops for Ankeny.

Which of these brake repair shops in Ankeny has the best reviews?

Honest Wrenches Automotive Repair has a 4.8 rating from 418 public reviews, the highest on this page.

Are these brake repair shops licensed?

3 of the 3 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 Ankeny?

Get at least three. Use the quote form on this page: only the businesses you tick receive your request.

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Nearby editions

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