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Budd & Company Automotive - Rainier 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%72+17.5Value 14%96+13.6Replies to reviews 7%73+5.2Craft & service penalty98−0.2Momentum penalty91−0.9Experts Score= 77Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.77SCORE

Budd & Company Automotive - Rainier

Seattle, WA · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #479Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 622 auto repair shops · 4.8★ from 1,119 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: craft & service and value; 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.Budd & Company Automotive - Rainier is better than 77% of auto repair shops.B
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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.Budd & Company Automotive - Rainier is better than 72% of auto repair shops.B
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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.Budd & Company Automotive - Rainier is better than 98% of auto repair shops.A
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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.Budd & Company Automotive - Rainier is better than 96% of auto repair shops.A
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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.Budd & Company Automotive - Rainier is better than 91% of auto repair shops.A
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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.Budd & Company Automotive - Rainier is better than 73% of auto repair shops.B
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Customers hired Budd & Company Automotive - Rainier for 8 kinds of job.

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.30
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.90
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: 83/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Battery”: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.#69 / 283
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.89%

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BradleyLocal Guide · 119 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★★★★★

There really is no such thing as "inexpensive" quality automobile repair in Seattle in the post-COVID era, but that said, the team at Budd & Company is unmatched in terms of knowledge/expertise *and* friendliness. (And hey, I first moved here in 1980!!)

Reasonable priceElectricalVehicle InspectionBattery
Heidi5 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★★★★★

Excellent customer service!

Reasonable priceAuto engine diagnosticVehicle InspectionBattery
Amanda1 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★★★★★

5 stars is not enough. I am so grateful for the team. My car broke down in front of their shop on Rainier. I called them in hopes to get a push off the road. At least 7 employees came out to help push mu car off the road. Then they did a check and found my battery was bad. When I expressed concern about being able…

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Bradley1 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Fantastic service. Quick, professional and kind. I’ve been here 3 times now and the team has always been terrific. This isn’t even close to my house but I’ll happily make the trip to stay loyal. Not often can you trust mechanics completely. I do with Budd & Co

Great priceAir & cabin filter replacementTiresBrakes
Alexa6 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★★★★★

I have taken my Subaru forester here several time and the crew here is really friendly and they get things done quickly!!

TiresGeneral repairs & maintenanceBrakes
James1 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

We were very pleased with the service and the results. Thank you BUDDS

Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceBattery
Matthew1 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Great service and an even better staff. Hands down the most reliable repair shop. They’ll always get you set up right and efficiently.

Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceElectricalVehicle Inspection
Eric3 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★★★

I've been to Budd & Co. twice. This week was not their best performance. As part of a $2900 in services including oil change, timing belt, spark plug change, and control arm replacement I had them do "battery service" since I was due for a new one. They left the cable and new battery covered in corrosion dust. And…

OverpricedSteering & suspension repairGeneral repairs & maintenanceBattery
Yoshiller7 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★★★★★

After experiencing some abrupt vehicle issues, Budd & Co. was able to swiftly repair my car! The location itself may seem fairly small, yet it is still in a nice part of town and is otherwise just off of a Main Street with accessible bus routes. The service staff was VERY professional and friendly (shout-outs to…

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John10 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 trust them completely for all my car maintenance. I cheated on them once with Jiffy Lube in ‘19 and still regret it. Thankfully Budd & Co took me back.

BatteryBrakesAuto engine diagnostic
Kathryn2 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★★★★★

Budd & Company Automotive went above and beyond in its service to my vehicle. In fact, they didn't go an extra mile in their service of my vehicle, but 1,000 miles! The people at Budd & Company Automotive are HONEST, TRUSTWORTHY, RELIABLE, REASONABLE, and AFFORDABLE in the service they provide their customers.…

Auto maintenanceBatteryBrakes
CharlotteLocal Guide · 19 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★★★★★

Honest guys, great shop.

BatteryBrakesGeneral repairs & maintenance
Laura6 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★★★★★

This place is great! I trust them and they have done right for me for over 10 years

Auto battery maintenanceAuto brake replacementAuto exhaust system repair
CLocal Guide · 28 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★★★★★

Absolutely my favorite auto shop in Seattle. Quick, professional, honest, and fair priced. Look no further.

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Q3 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★★★★★

Fantastic. Great work and staff. So friendly, honest, reasonable. Definitely 5 star 🌟🌟🌟🌟

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MoniqueLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★

Replaced the alternator belt. Car is running fine.

BatteryAuto engine diagnosticService not listed
Ed4 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★★★★★

We use Budd & Co. to care for our 1999 Suburban. They are our Go-To mechanics. They do what they say. All work is impeccable. I strongly recommend them for any auto service and repair.

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Chris6 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★★★★★

I keep using Budd & Co because they are a no nonsense shop. Mike is friendly and courteous and gives you the facts.

Auto maintenanceBatteryGeneral repairs & maintenance
Tommy3 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★★★★★

Very quick and reliable, great communication.

Auto battery replacementBatteryBrakes
Madeleine5 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★★★★★

Always straightforward and reasonable! My go to for general maintenance

BatteryBrakesElectrical+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism

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