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BUBBLES Salons 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%91+49.6Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%97+13.7Replies to reviews 7%56+4Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 88Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORE

BUBBLES Salons

Charlottesville, VA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #61Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 127 wedding hair stylists · 4.9★ from 677 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other wedding hair stylists (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: momentum and craft & service; 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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 91% of wedding hair stylists.A
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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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 86% of wedding hair stylists.A
86
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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 97% of wedding hair stylists.A
97
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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 97% of wedding hair stylists.A
97
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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.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.BUBBLES Salons is better than 56% of wedding hair stylists.C
56

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Customers hired BUBBLES Salons for 8 kinds of job.

BUBBLES Salons for hair straightening

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.18
★ 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.$200+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$101–$282
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 89/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Hair straightening”: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.#1 / 20

All 18 Google reviews tagged “Hair straightening”

Melissa1 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. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

I highly recommend Bubbles salon ! Britt is hands down the best hair stylist I’ve ever been to. She absolutely kills it every time whether it’s a fresh cut, a gorgeous color, or a perfectly styled finish. She just gets it. Her eye for detail and ability to bring my vision to life (or create one when I have no idea…

Paid $200+Kids' cutsUpdosBlowouts
Teresa7 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Tina is the best in Charlottesville Virginia!!!

Paid $200+Hair straighteningHairstylingHair hydration treatments
Gigi2 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★★★★★

Morgan is the best! 🥰

BlowoutsHair straighteningHair glazing
Crystal8 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★★★★★

Abby was AMAZING!! She took her time to listen to what I wanted & was very thorough!! Highly recommend!!

Customer photo from Crystal's review
Paid $200+BlowoutsHair straighteningHaircut
Andrea4 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★★★★★

Britt SLAYS. From the hair wash that is comparable to a spa scalp massage to the haircut you ask for, and just the fun of sitting in her chair and chatting-she’s your gal!

Paid $40–60HairstylingBlowoutsHair straightening
stasha1 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★★★★★

They are always so welcoming! I go to Madalyn she is great!

Paid $80–100HairstylingHair coloringKids' cuts
Robin1 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★★★★★

I have been going to Bubbles since it opened. Meghan is wonderful with thick frizzy hair and conscious that she styles it the way I like it. She and all the stylists are very friendly, professional and talented. Management has always made sure I’m happy with results. I highly recommend Bubbles and their products.

Paid $100–120HairstylingHair coloringUpdos
Dana11 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★★★★★

Britt does an amazing job on your hair! She listens and works to achieve exactly what you want. I would return to her over and over!

Paid $200+Hair coloringBlowoutsHair straightening
Shana4 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★★★★★

As a customer of Bubbles for many years, I can’t tell you how much I love this Salon. The staff is amazing and very friendly. The stylists go above and beyond to give you the look you want and they’re very honest with the process it will take, especially when doing something drastic. The atmosphere is great as well!…

Paid $100–120HairstylingHair coloringKids' cuts
Suzwade'sLocal Guide · 20 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I have been going to Meghan at Bubble's in Hollymead for many, many years. I have had everything from Keratin to highlights. She does a wonderful job and I always look forward to my appointments. Everyone I deal with at Bubbles is great!

HairstylingHair coloringHair straightening
Brittany4 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Best place in town to get your hair done!

HairstylingHair coloringKids' cuts
33991 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

This staff truly cares for their guests and want everyone who comes in to look and feel their very best. They appreciate everyone who supports them!!

HairstylingHair coloringKids' cuts
Trinity3 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Great environment and knowledgeable stylists. Does a great consult before starting to be sure you get what you want.

HairstylingHair coloringBraids
Anneleise1 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I have been going to this salon since 2014 and bringing my kids in for cuts since 2022. I must say they are the best in Cville!!! Stacy and Britt are the best in the business and will never steer you wrong when it comes to your hair ❤️

HairstylingHair coloringKids' cuts
Haize1 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I have been going to Bubbles Salon for 4+ years, Tina is an absolute gem and always goes above and beyond of what I want! Everyone in there is just as nice and I would recommend every single stylist to anyone! Don't hesitate and go see these girls! ❤️

Paid $120–140HairstylingHair coloringHair straightening
Melissa9 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

I have only trusted 2 people with my hair since an “incident” with the hairdresser at the end of 7th grade that resulted in a mushroom cut and trauma. I have gone to Bubbles for the last 20 years and I would trust Stacey with my life, and more importantly, my curls. The stylists at Bubbles are friendly, professional…

Paid $180–200HairstylingHair coloringBlowouts
Kim6 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Britt is THE BEST EVER!!! I get compliments on my hair all the time. All the girls are great though, Stacy did my hair for my wedding and it was perfect! look forward to my visits at their salon and recommend them to my friends and family! Thank you, ladies!🩷💐🩷

HairstylingHair coloringUpdos
Lizzy1 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $140–160HairstylingHair coloringHair straightening

Price

$103+2% vs typical wedding hair stylists

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

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

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Hair coloring192$133–$335
Hairstyling187$50–$103
Haircut186$45–$81
Blowouts83$53–$108
Hair highlighting68$176–$371
Blowdry65$47–$93
Kids' cuts44$25–$41
Curly hair20$58–$154

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