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Auto Professionals logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%93+50.7Reliability 24%93+22.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%11+0.8Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 88Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORE

Auto Professionals

Santa Maria, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #159Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 348 auto repair shops · 4.9★ from 484 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other auto repair shops (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Auto Professionals is better than 93% of auto repair shops.A
93
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Auto Professionals is better than 93% of auto repair shops.A
93
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Auto Professionals is better than 95% of auto repair shops.A
95
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Auto Professionals is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Auto Professionals is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Auto Professionals is better than 11% of auto repair shops.F
11

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Auto Professionals for 8 kinds of job.

Auto Professionals for auto emissions testing

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.21
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.86
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.—
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 78/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Auto emissions testing”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#12 / 28
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 21 Google reviews tagged “Auto emissions testing”

james2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

Kind professional service every time! Efficient and very knowledgeable in everything auto. Discounts on parts and labor if you are a triple A member. Very cool

Great priceAir & cabin filter replacementGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto engine diagnostic
Doug3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Had to have a smog check done. The first place I went to seid i needed ro have my System reflashed because it was locking up his machine. I took it to Auto Professionals, Greg found the problem in no time. Had me drive my truck for some miles and it passed no problem. They are top of the line mechanics and I will…

Great priceAuto emissions testing
RobertLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 8 months ago★★★★

they are on time, both starting and finishing. and the job is done right

Reasonable priceEngine repair
JenniferLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Fast service, professional, in and out in less than 20 minutes for a smog check.

Great priceAuto emissions testing
Kristofer2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Always going above and beyond for the community. Great service from a great staff

Great priceAuto emissions testing
Cheryl2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Fair and honest. Not afraid to give bad news when necessary. Very considerate.

Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto emissions testing
TerrieLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 years ago★★★★★

Gave estimates that were high & low depending on extent of the work which I requested. Friendly and very informative. Would highly recommend there service.

Auto brake repairBrakesAuto emissions testing
Kathy7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 years ago★★★★★

They give over the top service. NEVER a question of if it was,done or if it should be done. Awsome place to take your car!!

A/C installation & repairAir & cabin filter replacementAuto A/C replacement
joanLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Very professional, extremely customer oriented and reasonable prices. I strongly recommend

Auto emissions testing
Jules2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Friendly, professional and quick!

Auto emissions testing
Alma3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

They are amazing! Super knowledgeable and have great service. I was in and out in no time.

Auto battery maintenanceAuto emissions testing
Chad9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Quick, friendly, competitive price

Auto emissions testing
RobinLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Excellent service and friendly staff.

Auto emissions testing
Matt1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

It’s always a great experience getting my car worked on here. They’re always honest and let you know what needs to be done before taking your car apart. Been coming here for over 3 years since we’ve moved here. IF they make a mistake, which is rare, (but no one is perfect) they are quick to own up to it and fix it…

Auto emissions testingAuto maintenanceAuto engine tuning
Edmon1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceAuto emissions testing
Mike1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Reasonable priceAuto emissions testing
Chris1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto emissions testing
Sandra3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto emissions testing
Ruth2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto emissions testing
Johan4 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Air & cabin filter replacementAuto emissions testingAuto maintenance
J7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto emissions testingAir conditioningAuto engine diagnostic

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Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 59%Reasonable 38%Overpriced 3%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
General repairs & maintenance53—
Oil change39—
Auto engine diagnostic34—
Auto emissions testing20—
Engine repair17—
Transmission14—
Auto maintenance14—
Vehicle Inspection13—

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