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Brakes Plus 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%77+42Reliability 24%64+15.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Craft & service penalty93−0.7Momentum penalty91−0.9Experts Score= 77Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.77SCORE

Brakes Plus

Avondale, AZ · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #59Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 80 oil change services · 4.8★ from 1,764 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other oil change services (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 replies to reviews; 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.Brakes Plus is better than 77% of oil change services.B
77
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.Brakes Plus is better than 64% of oil change services.B
64
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.Brakes Plus is better than 93% of oil change services.A
93
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.Brakes Plus is better than 100% of oil change services.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.Brakes Plus is better than 91% of oil change services.A
91
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.Brakes Plus is better than 100% of oil change services.A
100

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Brakes Plus for 8 kinds of job.

Brakes Plus for auto maintenance

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.13
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.38
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: 49/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Auto maintenance”: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.#39 / 40
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 13 Google reviews tagged “Auto maintenance”

Griffin2 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Best shop in Avondale

Reasonable priceTiresVehicle InspectionBrakes
Genesis3 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. · 9 months ago★

If you’re a minority do not bring your car they are extremely racist and disrespectful they put something in my car and ruined it. Told me my car was gonna explode after my oil change and they left oil all over my engine and radiator. Do not trust them with you vehicle i had to go somewhere else and was told they…

Customer photo from Genesis's reviewCustomer photo from Genesis's review
Not sureAuto maintenanceOil change
Stephen7 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★★★★★

A co workers recommended me here. Came in for an oil change. They re filled my windshield washer fluid & did inspections for free as well as a $20 discount. Chase was very informative, professional, & friendly. The manager and crew were as well. I was informed & brought into the work garage where my vehicle was to…

Great priceElectrical repairTiresGeneral repairs & maintenance
Alana6 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★★★★★

Scott and Tanner are THE BEST! I took my Jeep in for a normal oil change and for them to take a peek at the breaks. Turns out I needed back breaks desperately so they worked hard to get the right coupons and bring my bill down to a reasonable amount. Gotta love these guys for going waaaay beyond call of duty! This…

Auto maintenanceBrakesGeneral repairs & maintenance
XyeroLocal 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 3 years ago★

I came here all the time for my cars to do oil change and alignment. They get it done quick and right. However, I am adjusting my 5 stars to 1 stars since my transmission failed due to having transmission fluid changed here (unusual noises, rising engine temp, hard idle, slipping, and stuck gears). The car…

Auto brake replacementAuto maintenanceTransmission− Quality− Professionalism
StephenLocal Guide · 56 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★★★★★

Al has kept my 1997 jeep running since we got here in 2002.!!!! When the dealer told my wife her car needed new brakes and tires . .Brakes Plus looked her car over. Brakes and tires were FINE! That's another dealer that won't ever see us .

A/C installation & repairAuto maintenanceBrakes
Marcela4 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★★★★★

Great customer service They let you know what’s wrong w the vehicle before they start working on it. Give you advice what maintenance is needed in the future.

Auto maintenance
Angela9 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★★★★★

If you’re looking for sincere honest mechanics this is your place I am a single mom and they did not take a advantage of me instead they helped me. If a single mother can trust these mechanics, then you know that they are honest and good hearted men. They’re here to help the community not scam nor take advantage! So…

Auto brake repairAuto brake replacementAuto maintenance
Alexandria5 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★★★★★

Allen & the rest of the guys here are great! Each time I’ve been here I’ve had nothing but a good experience. Service is always fast too! Definitely recommend!

Auto maintenance
SandyLocal Guide · 17 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★★★★★

If you're looking for a top-notch auto shop Brake's Plus in Avondale is the shop for you! Their service is above and beyond from the point of contact through completion of the service(s). They can typically schedule your appointment for the same day or within a day or two. During my most recent service…

Auto maintenanceGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change
MichaelLocal Guide · 62 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★★★★★

After trying several automotive repair companies including some big names in town, Howard and his crew at this Brakes Plus in Avondale far exceeded anyone I’ve used in the past. I had another mechanic diagnose my AC on my work van. He recommended a recharge and added Freon…it never fixed the problem. Another company…

A/C installation & repairAuto A/C rechargeAuto A/C replacement
Kelsie3 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 maintenance
Hannah4 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 maintenance

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

Great price 71%Reasonable 24%Overpriced 1%Not sure 4%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Oil change95—
Brakes91—
General repairs & maintenance50—
Wheel alignment42—
Steering & suspension repair22—
Tire rotations20—
A/C installation & repair18—
Air conditioning16—

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