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Ideal Automotive 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%84+45.8Reliability 24%83+20.1Value 14%92+13Replies to reviews 7%79+5.6Craft & service penalty96−0.4Momentum penalty91−0.9Experts Score= 83Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.83SCORE

Ideal Automotive

Blaine, MN · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #69Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 98 auto glass repair · 4.8★ from 476 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other auto glass repair (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.Ideal Automotive is better than 84% of auto glass repair.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.Ideal Automotive is better than 83% of auto glass repair.A
83
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.Ideal Automotive is better than 96% of auto glass repair.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.Ideal Automotive is better than 92% of auto glass repair.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.Ideal Automotive is better than 91% of auto glass repair.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.Ideal Automotive is better than 79% of auto glass repair.B
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Customers hired Ideal Automotive for 8 kinds of job.

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.33
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.82
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 “Brakes”: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.#5 / 9
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

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Mark5 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 month ago★★★★★

I Love Ideal Auto! Friendly, efficient, on time, and great affordable prices. I highly recommend them! They take the time to explain and show you the problems and issues with your car. I truly believe they are top Of the line auto mechanics and techs. They know their stuff! Mark G Ness

Reasonable priceOil change
Michael8 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★★★★★

I was looking for looking for a long time to find a good car repair shop and I think I found it. I brought both my cars there Toyota RAV4 and Kia Seltos. Both repairs were done quickly and with fair price. I like the quality of the service, speed, and honesty with upfront cost. Great and thorough inspection, quickly…

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceVehicle InspectionBrakes
dawn9 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 5 months ago★★★★★

Great customer service, explains everything in detail easy to understand and zero pressure to set up future services or repairs. Waiting area clean and pleasant. Timely service preformed. Highly recommended this shop to everyone!

Tire rotationsBrakesOil change
Anne1 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'm very impressed by the employees at this shop. They are qualified and explain issues to me so I understand the issues with my car. My husband & I will not go to another shop, we've been going to ideal for years.

Steering & suspension repairGeneral repairs & maintenanceBrakes
SherineLocal 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

I wish he worked later one night, Saturday a m .

ExhaustGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto engine diagnostic
Paul6 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★★★★★

Ideal Automotive has always been the best. They are able to communicate and fix issues promptly and thoroughly. They also have very competitive prices. I have tried many auto shops in the area over the years, but none compare to this shop. I endorse them 100%.

General repairs & maintenanceAuto engine diagnosticBrakes+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Andy2 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★★★★★

Excellent customer service. Capable and confident technicians. I’ve been taking my vehicles here for years, and it is so nice to have a trustworthy and honest mechanic!

A/C installation & repairAuto A/C rechargeAuto A/C replacement
Ernest3 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★★★★★

Always great service at Ideal. It’s the only shop I take our vehicles to. Best prices, great customer service, and the technicians always warmly provide advice for best next steps.

Auto brake repairAuto brake replacementBrakes
Lisa11 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 and reliable work

Auto brake repairBrakesGeneral repairs & maintenance
RogerLocal Guide · 16 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 service and very informative. Fast, friendly, and respectful. Complete diagnostic, brakes, light tune-up, oil change, filter(s). All done in less then 24 hours (amazing). I recommend Ideal Automotive without reservation.

Air & cabin filter replacementBrakesAuto engine diagnostic
Randall1 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★★★★

Always good experience

BrakesAuto engine diagnosticExhaust+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
Jacqueline1 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★★★★★

Outstanding!!! Finally a place I feel like I can trust!! I will tell all my friends and family them!!

BrakesOil change
DanielLocal Guide · 153 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★★★★★

Great shop! Fair, honest, professional, and affordable.

BatteryBrakesElectrical+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Ben2 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★★★★★

So glad my friend recommended Ideal Automotive. I'm very happy with their service. Definitely will recommend them to my friends and family. Thanks!!

Air & cabin filter replacementBrakesOil change+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Robert1 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

After hearing about the great service that family members have received from Ideal, we decided to try them out. We were not disappointed! Had ALL fluids changed, new brakes, wipers, plugs, etc and are all set for winter. Work was done on time and at a very reasonable price. Highly recommend Ideal!

BrakesGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
micaelaLocal Guide · 3 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★★★★★

I bring multiple cars and trucks there. Also my mothers mini van. The 2 Josh's are great guys. Both honest and knowledgeable. I've been going there for 5 years now... I trust them 100%. Update to this post, I am still servicing all my vehicles here at ideal and I couldnt be happier. Thank you Josh

A/C installation & repairBatteryBrakes+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
CindyLocal Guide · 24 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★★★★★

Great service! Josh was a true pleasure to work with and I will DEFINITELY be back and recommending Ideal to everyone I know. Great service, good prices, no pressure...five stars all the way.

BrakesAuto engine diagnostic
SamLocal Guide · 13 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★★★★★

Ideal automotive was absolutely wonderful for me. I brought my vehicle here after bringing it to the dealer 3 times without them fixing the issue, and Ideal had it fixed within one day. I'm so grateful for this mechanic! Thank you, guys!

Brakes+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
Brenda3 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 5 years ago★★★★★

I've been going to ideal automotive for over 2 years. These guys provide great work and great customer service. I've had oil changes with free tire rotation, brake work and air conditioning service. All services have been excellent .

A/C installation & repairBrakesOil change
david4 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★★★★★

These guys are amazing people and amazing customer service !!! Super glad to have found them , great service for an affordable price !!

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

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