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Chapin's Auto Services

Auto repair shop · Worthington, OH · reviewed since 2014

How 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 59%98+57.5Reliability 26%95+24.8Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 97Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.97SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#9 of 148 auto repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 95%
5.0 ★★★★★ 97 Google reviews · 2 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Jul 2026latest review

Chapin's Auto Services at a glance

Google reviewers give Chapin's Auto Services a 5/5 rating from 97 reviews, with the owner not replying to any comments. Customers consistently describe the shop as honest and fair, noting that staff explain repairs clearly without pushing unnecessary upsells. Many highlight reasonable pricing and long-term loyalty, with some mentioning quick service and same-day diagnostics. No recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are positive.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 97 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 97 Google reviews (74 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: July 18, 2026.
  • Service: Auto Repair Shop serving Worthington, Ohio.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other auto repair shops

Score per factor (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 momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction98Reliability95Craft & service99Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 98 (median 87)Reliability: 95 (median 83)Craft & service: 99 (median 99)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Chapin's Auto ServicesAuto Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Chapin's Auto Services: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
98
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.Chapin's Auto Services: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
95
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Chapin's Auto Services: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
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.Chapin's Auto Services: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 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.Chapin's Auto Services: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 59.–
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Star ratings

97 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars9699%
  • 4 stars11%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 74 written reviews

  • Praise14199%
  • Complaints21%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price583%
  • Reasonable117%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Honesty & trust4834%
  • Price & value3122%
  • Staff & attitude1712%
  • Quality & results1410%
  • Speed & response139%
  • Would recommend128%
  • Communication86%

What customers talk about

We read 74 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Andy is a super honest mechanoc who operates without any upsell pushiness.”
  • “Reasonably priced, very honest, hasn't let me down yet!”
  • “Andy was very kind, informative, and took time to explain what was wrong and what needed fixed.”
  • “I can’t stop raving to my family about my great experience with Andy at Chapin’s.”
  • “I immediately trusted this guy, unlike when I take my car to a national chain.”
  • “He came highly recommended from multiple friends and I am glad I listened to them.”
  • “Doesn't talk down and takes his time explaining everything.”

People customers mention

  • Andy 14 reviews
  • Columbus 6 reviews
  • Honda 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Chapin's Auto Services for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

DenniLocal Guide · 12 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 months ago★★★★★

Andy is a super honest mechanoc who operates without any upsell pushiness. He came highly recommended from multiple friends and I am glad I listened to them. My older car was in good hands.

Great priceBrakes
Lydia5 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★★★★★

Honest work by an honest guy with fair pricing. Won't try to upsell you or recommend work you don't need! Doesn't talk down and takes his time explaining everything.

Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change
Lisa10 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★★★★★

Andrew is so incredibly honest, tells it like it is, and does excellent repair work. Chapin's Auto Services is a real treasure.

General repairs & maintenanceBrakes
RandyLocal 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

I almost want to selfishly not post anything so this place doesn't become too popular, but Chapin's Auto is too awesome. I saw a recommendation from Reddit and it did not disappoint. Andy was very kind, informative, and took time to explain what was wrong and what needed fixed. I immediately trusted this guy,…

Reasonable priceBrakes
HannahLocal Guide · 14 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 can’t stop raving to my family about my great experience with Andy at Chapin’s. Honest work and reasonable prices. Highly recommend.

Isabella2 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★★★★★

My family has been giving Andy Baker our business for years. Great work, low prices, does not scam/lie for extra cash. This is the best mechanic shop in the city.

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 97 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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SavageLocal Guide · 11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Savage has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great experience. Was kind and helpful, did a great job.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Brakes, Oil change
Denni HaleLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Denni has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Andy is a super honest mechanoc who operates without any upsell pushiness. He came highly recommended from multiple friends and I am glad I listened to them. My older car was in good hands.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Brakes
Lydia Curtis5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lydia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Honest work by an honest guy with fair pricing. Won't try to upsell you or recommend work you don't need! Doesn't talk down and takes his time explaining everything.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Oil change
Lisa F.10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lisa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Andrew is so incredibly honest, tells it like it is, and does excellent repair work. Chapin's Auto Services is a real treasure.

  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Brakes
Randy LoushinLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Randy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I almost want to selfishly not post anything so this place doesn't become too popular, but Chapin's Auto is too awesome. I saw a recommendation from Reddit and it did not disappoint. Andy was very kind, informative, and took time to explain what was wrong and what needed fixed. I immediately trusted this guy, unlike when I take my car to a national chain. I'm just sad I found this place after so many years living in Columbus. I will be using Chapin's Auto for all my future car servicing needs.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Brakes
Jessica VaraLocal Guide · 41 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Amazing. Great work. Fair price. Honest man. I wont go anywhere else.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic
Lou BernardLocal Guide · 52 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lou has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Best place in Columbus!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Auto engine diagnostic
Hannah Mohd AmirLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I can’t stop raving to my family about my great experience with Andy at Chapin’s. Honest work and reasonable prices. Highly recommend.

Isabella Grossman2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Isabella has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My family has been giving Andy Baker our business for years. Great work, low prices, does not scam/lie for extra cash. This is the best mechanic shop in the city.

Récnac 6912 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Récnac has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Best honest mechanics in the area.

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Business details

  • Address: 5416 Byers Cir E, Columbus, OH 43229
  • Phone: (614) 888-2172
  • Service area: Worthington, OH