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 55%88+48Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%66+4.7Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 87Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.87SCOREMerl's Towing Service
Kentwood, MI · 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 144 towing services · 4.9★ from 8,876 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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.
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Customers hired Merl's Towing Service for 8 kinds of job.
Merl's Towing Service for tire change
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Service technician was excellent, courteous, and friendly !!!
Super fast and great service.
Highly recommend, Professional and timely
Very helpful, knowledgeable, and fast. Made sure everything was done right and made sure I knew things that were important to know about getting my flat tire fixed, etc.
They were professional efficient and quick. I waited for them to arrive longer than the time it took for him to change my tire.
My car suffered a flat tire this morning. I called Merl's Towing and they were able to come right out and put on my spare. The young man who changed my tire (sorry I forgot his name) was courteous and so kind. Thanks for everything!!
Service was professional, polite, helpful, addressing my service needs. Grading this service A+ !
Very prompt. Good customer service. Very knowledgeable and helpful. I would definitely use this Towing’s service again!
We had a pleasant friendly person, quick and efficient. I was happy with the 15% Veteran discount.
They were very nice and got the tired changed quickly.
Thanks so much for a quick and professional service! I wasn’t left stranded! Jason was kind and quick at his job.
Had a flat tire due to hitting a pothole, and due to back surgery cannot change the tire myself. It had been a crap day. But as soon as I called Merl's they were great! Friendly phone customer service, prompt roadside service with a friendly smile. And billed my insurance provider.
Alex was awesome 👍
Fast, friendly and professional. Exceeded my expectations.
The tech arrived in roughly 25 minutes and had the flat off and the spare installed lickety-split! Highly satisfied.
Mark showed up quickly and got the tire changed right away. He was kind and friendly.
Very helpful. Had a flat tire and they were going to help me change it. Ended up being a bigger problem than we thought and they towed me to a repair shop to get it fixed. Reasonable pricing.
They were quick to respond and very reasonably priced. Im not from the area and I was very appreciative of them helping since our jack kept bending when trying to jack up the car.
Arrived within 15 minutes of calling for service in near zero temps. Friendly, helpful, efficient, affordable. Will call again when in GR area.
Had a flat tire. Called and was told about a 90 minute wait. The truck was there in about 1/2 hour. The driver was very nice, changed the tire, and I was on my way in about 20 minutes.
Was there fast and he took care of biz right away
Speedy service
Honestly the best tow truck experience I’ve ever had and that’s saying a lot because I’ve had the worst car luck and many tow truck experiences. My tire was flat and I didn’t have a jack to get my car off the ground and didn’t have anyone available to help me. I came to the conclusion I needed a tow to a tire shop…
Driver was very helpful and explained alot about dummy tires
Fast, nice and understanding had a great experience. 10/10
Fast friendly service. It was a scary situation with a blown trailer tire on north bound 131 north of Leonard Street
Rick is a real one, helped me put the spare on Edit: June 18th 2025 fantastic as always another 10/10 tow
The wrecker was there sooner than I expected and the driver changed the tire quickly. The driver could have been more friendly. I would say something and he didn’t even acknowledge I said anything. Maybe he couldn’t hear me? I would still call Merle’s again. He got the job done!
Great as always.
Good and fast! thank you!
Much appreciated the terrific service from Merle’s!
The charge was great. The service was fast and the technician was very polite
Very good service and helpful got me back on the road fast.... thank you
Fast response. Good customer sevice
Mark came out in the time frame I was quoted and put the donut on my car quickly. He also suggested a reputable place for me to get new tires. I’m very pleased with the service I received 🙂
Called Merl’s to change a tire on a rural road with no shoulder that has quite a bit of traffic. They were quick, professional, kind, and made sure I got on my way safely.
He was very nice and professional. Thank You
Got here quickly change tire quickly
Merls is phenomenal. John changed our tire tonight and was so informative and friendly. He saved the day for sure. THANK YOU MERLS!!
The mechanic was prompt, professional and courteous. He was competent and got the job done quickly.
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Car towing | 2124 | — |
| Special vehicle towing | 628 | — |
| Local hauling | 393 | — |
| Battery service | 247 | — |
| Car lockouts | 220 | — |
| Tire change | 161 | — |
| Long distance hauling | 106 | — |
| Battery | 92 | — |
