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Jay Walton 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%80+43.6Reliability 24%81+19.6Value 14%98+13.9Replies to reviews 7%74+5.2Craft & service penalty85−1.5Experts Score= 81Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.81SCORE

Jay Walton Automotive

Albuquerque, NM · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #80Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 103 auto body shops · 4.7★ from 639 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other auto body 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: momentum 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.Jay Walton Automotive is better than 80% of auto body shops.A
80
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.Jay Walton Automotive is better than 81% of auto body shops.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.Jay Walton Automotive is better than 85% of auto body shops.A
85
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.Jay Walton Automotive is better than 98% of auto body shops.A
98
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.Jay Walton Automotive is better than 100% of auto body shops.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.Jay Walton Automotive is better than 74% of auto body shops.B
74

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Jay Walton Automotive for 8 kinds of job.

Jay Walton Automotive for oil change

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.14
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.64
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: 64/100.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.#20 / 22
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 14 Google reviews tagged “Oil 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. · 3 days ago★★★★★

Ryan and Tommy are both outstanding. Very professional and personable. The best service in Albuquerque.

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change
Angie9 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 week ago★★★★★

What can I say about Jay Walton? Well, that they are Amazing!! They are honest and work with integrity. They have been so patient with me, working on my 2010 Dodge Charger. I love my car! Unfortunately, I learned the hard way, to stick to a reputable Company. I took my car to Blue Castle located in the South Valley…

General repairs & maintenanceAuto engine diagnosticVehicle Inspection
Doreen6 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 month ago★★★★★

Very Reliable Professional Service! Reasonable prices. My Go To Place for my car's yearly maintenance. I value their work and expertise.

Reasonable priceAuto maintenanceOil change
Glenda8 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 months ago★★★★★

Fast friends service

Reasonable priceOil change
Dick5 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 8 months ago★★★★★

Thank you for your care for me and my car! You did the proper repair very quickly, and got me back on the road!

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
EfrenLocal 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 a year ago★★★★★

I have been coming here for over 15 years because they have great customer service and always take care of any issues with your vehicles right the first time and wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Carburetor cleaningAuto body & trim repairAuto windshield repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Adam7 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★★★★★

Jay Walton Automotive did excellent work, kept me informed throughout the process, and left my vehicle cleaner than they found it.

Auto body & trim repairOil changeAuto side window replacement
John7 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★★★★★

We have used Jay Walton automotive for over 30+ yrs. Customer service and quality of workmanship is excellent. We have not any problems.

Auto emissions testingAuto engine diagnosticGeneral repairs & maintenance
Sandra5 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★★★★★

My family and I have used Jay Walton's for years and I highly recommend them for all services. We have always been 100% satisfied.

Body & TrimAuto engine diagnosticEngine repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
MichelleLocal Guide · 77 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★★★★★

Great first time experience with Jay Walton Automotive located in Albuquerque on Central between Eubank and Wyoming. Made an appointment, showed up and they started working on my vehicle right away, and were ahead of schedule getting the work completed. I waited in the reception area while the work was being done,…

Oil changeWheel alignment+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
RubenLocal Guide · 42 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★

Took my truck in for an estimate on several things. They started work without authorization. They damaged my wheels and denied it. My front windshield was cracked while in their possession. They refused ro acknowledge the damage that they caused. Will never take my vehicles there ever again.

Body & TrimGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change− Punctuality− Quality
Sean4 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

General repairs & maintenanceAuto A/C rechargeOil change
Chris12 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Auto battery replacementAuto body & trim repairAuto brake replacement
Harry3 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★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

ElectricalOil change+ Professionalism

Price

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

Great price 33%Reasonable 61%Overpriced 1%Not sure 4%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Auto body & trim repair95—
Body & Trim56—
General repairs & maintenance25—
Painting24—
Auto body & trim replacement16—
Oil change14—
Auto glass replacement11—
Transmission8—

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