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J & B Automotive Repair

Auto repair shop · Rhinelander, WI · reviewed since 2017

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 64%61+38.8Reliability 28%52+14.7Replies to reviews 8%34+2.8Experts Score= 56Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.56SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#105 of 110 oil change servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 5%
4.6 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · 1 photos
85%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
10%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
Aug 2026latest review

J & B Automotive Repair at a glance

Customers describe the shop as honest and knowledgeable, noting that repairs are completed quickly and at reasonable prices. Reviewers highlight clear communication regarding vehicle issues and a trustworthy approach to service. One lower-rated review mentioned a vehicle failure after the repair was completed, though the owner did not respond to any customer feedback.

  • Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 27 reviews (85% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 27 Google reviews (16 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 21, 2026.
  • Service: Oil Change Service serving Rhinelander, Wisconsin.

Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.

Score profile vs other oil change services

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: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction61Reliability52Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews34Satisfaction: 61 (median 83)Reliability: 52 (median 77)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 34 (median 73)
J & B Automotive RepairOil Change Services 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.J & B Automotive Repair: 61/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.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.J & B Automotive Repair: 52/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.C
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 97.–
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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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.J & B Automotive Repair: 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.J & B Automotive Repair: 34/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.D
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Star ratings

27 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars2385%
  • 4 stars27%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star27%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 16 written reviews

  • Praise25100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results728%
  • Speed & response416%
  • Price & value416%
  • Honesty & trust416%
  • Staff & attitude312%
  • Would recommend28%
  • Communication14%

What customers talk about

We read 16 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “He is honest, does quality work, and is quick to deliver on his promises.”
  • “…d the day columns by hand, but he will always get your repair started on time, and give it his undivided attention until completed.…”
  • “Jay always takes care of my vehicles for a fair price”
  • “…tions of my childhood: Jay is the owner/service tech you feel you can trust, to not only tell you accurately what is wrong with your ride, but also to…”
  • “Very knowledgeable and capable hard working owner of his own shop.”
  • “Highly recommended for vehicle repairs”
  • “Excellent service; knowledgeable & friendly, explained what was wrong with my car, and got my car done way earlier than he expected.”

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired J & B Automotive Repair for 1 kind of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Dean2 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 months ago★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and capable hard working owner of his own shop. Highly recommended for vehicle repairs

Transmission
MatthewLocal 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Jay does great and honest work. He is honest, does quality work, and is quick to deliver on his promises. All things anyone would expect from their mechanic. I highly recommend!

Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto engine diagnosticVehicle Inspection
CathyLocal 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 3 years ago★★★★

The outward appearance of this shop does not reflect the great work done within! Reasonable and accommodating. I'd recommend it for everyone! Although I still need to get a bottle of his maple syrup I dropped a star because once the car was home, it's first use, the car wouldn't start. Yes, it's an older car but come on.. I never used it!

Auto battery replacementSteering & suspension repair
Ben5 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★★★★★

Jay found the issue in less than 15 minutes. A different shop said it would be a new power steering pump. But he replaced the hose that was the real issue and got it done asap!

Service not listed
Gabe1 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★★★★★

Called over the phone, the guy on the other end was very helpful and gave me some insight into an issue with my vehicle. Thanks for the help!

SonjaLocal Guide · 61 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. · 7 years ago★★★★★

Excellent service; knowledgeable & friendly, explained what was wrong with my car, and got my car done way earlier than he expected. I will definitely go back in the future!

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Customer reviews

4.6 ★★★★★ 27 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Dean Albright2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very knowledgeable and capable hard working owner of his own shop. Highly recommended for vehicle repairs

  • Services: Transmission
Matthew KnottLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jay does great and honest work. He is honest, does quality work, and is quick to deliver on his promises. All things anyone would expect from their mechanic. I highly recommend!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: General repairs & maintenance, Auto engine diagnostic, Vehicle Inspection, Oil change
Andrea MaxwellLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andrea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My car was done quickly!

Kenny ShalwalkerLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kenny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Honest, fast work.

Cathy OffillLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cathy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The outward appearance of this shop does not reflect the great work done within! Reasonable and accommodating. I'd recommend it for everyone! Although I still need to get a bottle of his maple syrup I dropped a star because once the car was home, it's first use, the car wouldn't start. Yes, it's an older car but come on.. I never used it!

  • Services: Auto battery replacement, Steering & suspension repair
Ben Carpenter5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ben has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jay found the issue in less than 15 minutes. A different shop said it would be a new power steering pump. But he replaced the hose that was the real issue and got it done asap!

  • Services: Service not listed
Gabe Wallmow1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Gabe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Called over the phone, the guy on the other end was very helpful and gave me some insight into an issue with my vehicle. Thanks for the help!

Derek PiehlLocal Guide · 45 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Derek has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service very reasonable rates.

Joel SkinnerLocal Guide · 201 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great guy and very reasonable price.

Northwoods Guy1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Northwoods has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Jay knows his stuff about cars. Good honest shop.

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Business details

  • Address: 807 N Stevens St, Rhinelander, WI 54501
  • Phone: (715) 362-6888
  • Service area: Rhinelander, WI