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Carlson Auto of Maplewood 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%72+39.3Reliability 24%66+16Value 14%73+10.3Replies to reviews 7%57+4Momentum penalty28−7.2Experts Score= 62Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.62SCORE

Carlson Auto of Maplewood

Woodbury, MN · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #858Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 899 auto repair shops · 4.8★ from 192 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: momentum.

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.Carlson Auto of Maplewood is better than 72% 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.Carlson Auto of Maplewood is better than 66% 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.Carlson Auto of Maplewood is better than 100% 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.Carlson Auto of Maplewood is better than 73% of auto repair shops.B
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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.Carlson Auto of Maplewood is better than 28% of auto repair shops.D
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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.Carlson Auto of Maplewood is better than 57% of auto repair shops.C
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Customers hired Carlson Auto of Maplewood for 8 kinds of job.

Carlson Auto of Maplewood for oil change

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.7
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.57
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: 53/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Oil change”: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.#629 / 641
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.50%

All 7 Google reviews tagged “Oil change”

Jeanette7 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★★

Nice guys but feel it was over price. Others $300-$400 cheaper. For a vehicle check which they didn't have to do. I said it was the starter AAA say, so for check, oil change and Starter $890.00 Great reviews by others but I should had check around. Totally I think Overpriced. But a good job

OverpricedOil changeService not listed
NoNamePatriot6 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★★★★★

Carlson Automotive is a very honest garage. They have high integrity, and always give an estimate before they do any work. They've always treated me with the highest respect and consideration. I give them the highest rating possible on this platform.

Reasonable priceAuto battery replacementGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto A/C recharge
Stacy1 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I moved to Maplewood a year ago and needed to find a place to service both my vehicles. I found Carlson Auto to be very satisfactory. They are a professional car care service I would recommend to anyone.

Auto brake repairBrakesGeneral repairs & maintenance
GrantLocal Guide · 50 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 have taken my car to this shop for years. I’ve never been to a more honest and ethical automotive shop. Since they are family owned they have no higher authority to answer to regarding sales and numbers on the operation. They are more concerned with doing the job the right way and making sure you understand the…

Auto maintenanceBatteryAuto engine diagnostic
William9 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★★★★★

I came to Carlson Auto 3 or 4 times, and everytime Mike and his team has been a pleasure to work with. Definitely recommended and they have solid pricing as well.

Auto body & trim repairOil change
LaurieLocal 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

They go over and above and have even called us to tell us that we did not need a certain expensive thing done to our vehicles!! Honesty goes a long way with me!!!

A/C installation & repairAir & cabin filter replacementBattery+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Paul11 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★★★★★

I go about 20 miles across the metro to get to this shop. I probably pass 100 competitors. Why do I do this? First and most important, they honestly try to save me money. For example, by making warranty claims if a product they installed wears prematurely, by repairing parts like exhaust sections where they…

BatteryBrakesElectrical repair

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

Great price 33%Reasonable 50%Overpriced 17%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Oil change7—
General repairs & maintenance7—
Auto engine diagnostic6—
Tires4—
Electrical repair4—
Brakes4—
Transmission4—
Steering & suspension repair4—

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