Auto repair shop · Nampa, ID · reviewed since 2025
iHow 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%97+52.9Reliability 24%98+23.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%99+7Experts Score= 98Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#52 of 899 auto repair shopsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 94%
5.0★★★★★98 Google reviews · 22 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.97★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 98 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 98 Google reviews (90 with written comments, 2 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 83% of reviews.
Most recent review: November 2, 2026.
Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Nampa, Idaho.
Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.
Score profile vs other auto repair shops
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: satisfaction.
Blue Skies AutomotiveAuto Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Blue Skies Automotive: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Blue Skies Automotive: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
98
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueiValue · 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.Blue Skies Automotive: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Blue Skies Automotive: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Blue Skies Automotive: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 59.A
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Star ratings
98 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars9597%
4 stars33%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 90 written reviews
99%praise
Praise18799%
Complaints21%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price2148%
Reasonable2352%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude3418%
Price & value3116%
Speed & response2915%
Honesty & trust2915%
Quality & results2815%
Would recommend2513%
Communication137%
What customers talk about
We read 90 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Joshua was super helpful and such a cool individual!”
“Everything he found was reasonable and was reasonably priced.”
“Joshua was very responsive and got me in on a day that worked with my schedule.”
“I was thrilled because I'd been looking for a mechanic who would do it and be honest for days.”
“Back at the shop his mechanic did a thorough inspection.”
“…rranty and got my rig back on the road if your looking for a mechanic look no further than blue sky’s automotive.…”
“Great communication, easy to talk to , keep me posted at all times.”
People customers mention
Josh10 reviews
Joshua9 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Blue Skies Automotive for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Alissa6 reviewsiTotal 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. · an hour ago★★★★★
I was recommended Blue Skies Automotive by someone I know, so I felt good about coming to this shop. Joshua was very responsive and got me in on a day that worked with my schedule. He found the issue quickly and called with a quote for some other maintenance items that needed to be addressed. Everything he found was…
Nestor2 reviewsiTotal 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 days ago★★★★★
I'd love to give him 10 stars, but I can't. He's a great guy. I arrived there not knowing what to expect, and Josh treated me with respect and courtesy. He was very nice to everyone who goes to his shop. I wanted him to install a cold air filter on my Toyota, and he did it. I was thrilled because I'd been looking…
Great price
David5 reviewsiTotal 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. · 6 days ago★★★★★
Josh diagnosed the problem correctly that ended up to being minor compared to what I thought the problem was… saved me money and got me back on the road. Well done!
Melanie13 reviewsiTotal 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
I gave them a five star review my car runs like new. They were so awesome to work with. I have a newfound mechanic.
Great priceTransmissionAir & cabin filter replacementExhaust
DeenaLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
I drove to Nampa from Utah to buy a used Toyota Sienna. I called Blue Skies ahead of time based on their great reviews. Joshua was extremely helpful. He was flexible on our appointment time and got us right in as soon as we arrived. First he drove the car and pointed out things he looks for when buying a used car.…
Exhaust
Gage3 reviewsiTotal 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 month ago★★★★★
Josh went above and beyond to help me with the process of using my warranty and got my rig back on the road if your looking for a mechanic look no further than blue sky’s automotive.
I was recommended Blue Skies Automotive by someone I know, so I felt good about coming to this shop. Joshua was very responsive and got me in on a day that worked with my schedule. He found the issue quickly and called with a quote for some other maintenance items that needed to be addressed. Everything he found was reasonable and was reasonably priced. He was able to get all the work done the same day and I was able to pick my car up after work. I will definitely be returning for any additional work I will need in the future!
Nestor Paredes2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Nestor has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I'd love to give him 10 stars, but I can't. He's a great guy. I arrived there not knowing what to expect, and Josh treated me with respect and courtesy. He was very nice to everyone who goes to his shop. I wanted him to install a cold air filter on my Toyota, and he did it. I was thrilled because I'd been looking for a mechanic who would do it and be honest for days. My car sounds great thanks to them at the shop. His coworker was great too. I'd definitely go back when I buy more parts for my car. 101% recommended! 💪🏻👍
Price assessment: Great price
David Manning5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Josh diagnosed the problem correctly that ended up to being minor compared to what I thought the problem was… saved me money and got me back on the road. Well done!
TABLISTALocal Guide · 30 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews TABLISTA has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I drove to Nampa from Utah to buy a used Toyota Sienna. I called Blue Skies ahead of time based on their great reviews. Joshua was extremely helpful. He was flexible on our appointment time and got us right in as soon as we arrived. First he drove the car and pointed out things he looks for when buying a used car. Back at the shop his mechanic did a thorough inspection. While the car was up on the rack he showed us a couple of things to be aware of as well as a leak.
I cannot speak highly enough of the time he took with us, knowing that we don’t live in the area and so won’t be able to bring our cars to him for servicing.
Services: Exhaust
Shane Long2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Shane has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Josh went above and beyond to help me with the process of using my warranty and got my rig back on the road if your looking for a mechanic look no further than blue sky’s automotive.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Transmission
Steele Bullard5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Steele has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I've had josh Blue Skies Automotive do quite a few services. Josh and his team have gone above and beyond to get me in and and make sure I'm safe on the road. He communicates what the service will be clearly and honestly, he doesn't price spike or try to sell you a service or part you don't need. If you want a good, reliable, and honest team to take care of you and your vehicles this is the place to go!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Auto exhaust system repair, General repairs & maintenance, Engine repair, Vehicle safety inspection, Auto maintenance, Oil change, Service not listed
Emma Shawver6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Emma has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I got my oil changed and had my car looked at after I ran over a curb, and honestly THE BEST EXPERIENCE EVER. It was actually so cool seeing my car up on the lift! Definitely go get your car looked at here! You’ll get peak entertainment
Joshua was super helpful and such a cool individual! Everyone was so kind, and they even cleaned out my car for me hahaha. 10/10 experience! I’ll definitely be coming back! ❤️
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Oil change
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We are thrilled to hear that you had the best experience ever at Blue Skies Automotive. We are delighted that Joshua and our team provided excellent service and that you enjoyed seeing your car up on the lift. It's fantastic to know that you found the experience entertaining and that your car was cleaned out as well. We can't wait to welcome you back for another 10/10 experience! If you ever need anything, feel free to reach out to us at (208) 794-9195.
