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Grand Rapids Towing 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%93+50.7Reliability 24%81+19.6Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%36+2.5Momentum penalty54−4.6Experts Score= 82Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.82SCORE

Grand Rapids Towing

Kentwood, MI · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #97Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 144 towing services · 4.9★ from 7,859 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other towing 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: craft & service and value; 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.Grand Rapids Towing is better than 93% of towing services.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.Grand Rapids Towing is better than 81% of towing services.A
81
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.Grand Rapids Towing is better than 100% of towing services.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.Grand Rapids Towing is better than 100% of towing services.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.Grand Rapids Towing is better than 54% of towing services.C
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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.Grand Rapids Towing is better than 36% of towing services.D
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Customers hired Grand Rapids Towing for 8 kinds of job.

Grand Rapids Towing for tire change

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.156
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.97
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: 93/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Tire 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.#3 / 58
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 156 Google reviews tagged “Tire change” · showing 40

Scott4 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★★★★★

Quick and excellent service

Reasonable priceTire change
Lana5 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★★★★★

Quick and reliable. Saved my day.

Reasonable priceTire change
OljaLocal 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 2 years ago★★★★★

The service was prompt and excellent. Very appreciative of all the hard work .

Tire change
just4 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★★★★★

Thanks you guys did and amazing job

Tire change
StefanieLocal Guide · 22 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★★★★★

Representative was very kind, helpful and ensured I was comfortable and safe throughout the entire process.

Tire change
Jeremiah/Jerry2 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★★★★★

Incredibly helpful and thorough!!!!

Tire change
Bonnie1 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★★★★★

The man that came out was excellent. Very kind and helpful. Very calming to me as I was very nervous. Thanks for the wonderful tire change. B C.

Tire change
Aaron4 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★★★★★

John was very professional and helpful.

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Tire change
Mike4 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★★★★★

Extremely nice driver and did a great job.

Tire change
Jonathan1 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★★★★★

Very efficient. Awesome customer service

Tire change
JimLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Fast and great service!

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Elizabeth1 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★★★★★

Fast courteous service!!!! Very happy with helpful and friendly tow truck specialist. Stressful situation made less stressful !!!!!

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leisa7 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★★★★★

Driver was great.

Tire change
NicoleLocal Guide · 21 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★★★★★

10 out of 10 always recommend Merls!! Always nice! Always helpful!

Car towingTire change
Dr.2 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★★★★★

Excellent professional service, "kind, take care of business professional serviceman" who was on time and a pleasure to work with. Great experience!! Same last time...excellent professional...excellent experience 1/2023. And 2/2023

Battery serviceTire change
Sue4 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 waited for around 2 1/2 hours but as soon as they found out that my kids were with me a driver was there within 10 minutes. The tech was professional and quick. Would definitely recommend using them if you are ever stranded with a flat tire.

Tire change
Wendy5 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 communication and quick service. Appreciated the response and friendly face to show up in the dark.

Tire change
H3 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★★★★★

He was was nice and efficient.

Tire change
DeirdreLocal 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★★★★★

Amazing help and service. Thank you!

Tire change
Jeff11 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★★★★★

Fast response, fast service, and great conversation during the job. Awesome guy!

Tire change
Joseph5 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★★★★★

Excellent service

Tire change
NjugunaLocal Guide · 23 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★★★★★

Brock helped with Tire change fast service and sincere. Usually does a good job

Tire change
Lori5 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 Service! Didn’t wait very long and awesome mechanic

Tire change
David5 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★★★★★

Outstanding. Persevered until the job was done. Friendly professional service

Tire change
Rob9 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★★★★★

Fast, checked the situation out and got me going. Great service.

Tire change
Andrew2 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★★★★★

Brock was very nice and did a great job towing my truck after my tire exploded

Car towingTire change
Miriam13 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★★★★★

Friendly, fast courteous

Tire change
Shari1 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★★★★★

Friendly, informative with prompt, efficient, speedy service.

Tire change
B4 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★★★★★

The gentlemen that came were very courteous and helpful. Great service and appreciate them.

Tire change
Dennis11 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★★★★

Had a tire that got punctured by a road hazard while I was driving. I called AAA and they sent them out. The driver was nice and personable. He changed the tire in about 10 minutes and had me mobile. The one drawback was that it took about 40 minutes from the time I first called until he got there.

Tire change
Michael2 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★★★★★

Excellent work. Fast and Friendly.

Tire change
Collette3 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★★★★★

Had two flat tires. The guys came early and were very nice and professional. I was putting my battery in when they came and they actually did it for me. That was very nice of them. Definitely give them five stars!

BatteryTire change
Jim1 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★★★★★

The drive was great

Tire change
Lolita3 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★★★★★

Great

Tire change
Sullie4 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★★★★★

Great job

Tire change
DaveH2 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★★★★★

Fast and courteous on a crummy weather day. Much appreciated!!

Tire change
Curtis4 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 service. AAA response was expedient, text and phone confirmation. Within 30 minutes. Tire change and service completed professionally. Merl’s Towing Service highly recommend!

Tire change
William10 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★★★★★

Friendly, professional. Understood my need for help.

Tire change
Larry9 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★★★★★

Brock arrived promptly, was professional and polite, and worked quickly and diligently. I could not have hoped for a better experience.

Tire change
Don1 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 years ago★★★★★

Very impressed.

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