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Bernhard Auto Works 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%87+47.5Reliability 24%78+18.9Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 87Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.87SCORE

Bernhard Auto Works

Columbia, IL · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #6Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 39 tire repair shops · 4.8★ from 550 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other tire 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: reliability.

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.Bernhard Auto Works is better than 87% of tire repair shops.A
87
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.Bernhard Auto Works is better than 78% of tire repair shops.B
78
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.Bernhard Auto Works is better than 96% of tire repair shops.A
96
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.Bernhard Auto Works is better than 100% of tire 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.Bernhard Auto Works is better than 100% of tire 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.Bernhard Auto Works is better than 100% of tire repair shops.A
100

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Bernhard Auto Works for 8 kinds of job.

Bernhard Auto Works for transmission

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.14
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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: 82/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Transmission”: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.#2 / 7
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 14 Google reviews tagged “Transmission”

William2 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

They took the utmost care in protecting my classic car while it was on their property.

Great priceTransmissionTiresAuto battery replacement
Terri9 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Very helpful friendly and on top of getting my car fixed and back to me

Reasonable priceTransmissionService not listed
Chrissy4 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Best place we’ve ever been. Went over our car with a fine tooth comb with pics, video, broke it all down so we had absolutely no questions. Clint and his team really care about their customers. Highly, highly, highly recommend them!

Great priceTransmissionAuto engine diagnostic
MatthewLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

High quality professional shop. They have repaired several of my company vehicles and it’s a great experience every time!

TransmissionTiresTransmission repair+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
NishiaLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

I absolutely love the business, Mr Clint always keeps me updated as well as Neil. Literally the beat, took my car in Wednesday night and it was out on Friday. They kept me in touch every step of the way. Love them.

Brake service & repairTransmissionElectrical repair
The3 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★★★★★

As always, Bernhard did a great job with the running board that became loose.

Auto brake replacementBatteryBody & Trim
Ian12 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★★★★★

Rarely do you find such an honest and hardworking shop like Bernhard Auto Works. I’ve had to take in a Chevy Sonic in need of major work twice now. Both times Clint has called me and explained every issue and every step that it will take to resolve it. To make things even better, prior to service they send a special…

Brake service & repairAuto engine diagnosticTransmission
Mandi4 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 years ago★★★★★

I was originally scheduled for transmission work, but I also needed an alignment. They were able to get me in for both services at the last minute which saved me another trip.

TransmissionWheel alignment
Laura3 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 years ago★★★★★

I love this place! They keep my cars and our safety in mind when they work on my cars!! They are great!!

BrakesElectricalOil change+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Blake6 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Transmission+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
andrewLocal Guide · 21 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 5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Air & cabin filter replacementBatteryBody & Trim+ Punctuality
Katie2 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Air & cabin filter replacementOil changeTransmission+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Curt4 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

BrakesOil changeSteering & suspension repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Mark5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Oil changeTransmission+ Quality+ Professionalism

Price

Not enough reviews with a price yet.

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

Great price 33%Reasonable 58%Overpriced 4%Not sure 4%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Oil change95—
Tires94—
Wheel alignment46—
Auto engine diagnostic34—
Steering & suspension repair26—
Brake service & repair23—
General repairs & maintenance22—
Brakes19—

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