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Phil Walters Auto 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%79+43.1Reliability 24%77+18.7Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%69+4.9Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 81Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.81SCORE

Phil Walters Auto

Battle Creek, MI · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #459Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 707 auto repair shops · 4.7★ from 859 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other auto repair 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: value and momentum; 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.Phil Walters Auto is better than 79% of auto repair shops.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.Phil Walters Auto is better than 77% of auto repair shops.B
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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.Phil Walters Auto is better than 97% of auto repair shops.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.Phil Walters Auto is better than 100% of auto repair shops.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.Phil Walters Auto is better than 100% of auto repair shops.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.Phil Walters Auto is better than 69% of auto repair shops.B
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Phil Walters Auto for auto tire replacement

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.26
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.96
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: 87/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Auto tire replacement”: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 / 85
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

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Patrick4 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Phil Walters always provides amazing service for myself and my family. From having to fix a flat tire to getting our car set up with new tires, they are the best. Highly recommend.

Great priceTiresAuto tire replacement
Bob5 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★★★★★

Great service, my truck went right in at my appointment time. The wait time was short and everything was explained to me. Cost was very fair for the work.

Reasonable priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto tire replacement
thomas3 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 10 months ago★★★★★

Ive been a customer since the 80s. Alway great friendly service at afforfable prices.

Reasonable priceTiresAuto tire replacementOil change
Eldon2 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 11 months ago★★★★★

Excellent service!!! So helpful with everything

Reasonable priceAuto tire replacementWiper blade installationOil change
tiffany4 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

I love phil walters they are all about helping there customer

Great priceTiresTire rotationsWheel alignment
Lynn3 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★★★★★

Phil Walters got me right in and diagnosed the problems and had my car fixed that day. The service was excellent and cost appropriate.

General repairsAuto tire replacement
Dawn10 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★★★★★

Very helpful fast an very polite an good conversation

Auto tire replacement
Brad3 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 staff here are the best, super friendly, and the prices are reasonable. I appreciate the care I get as a repeat customer!

Auto tire replacementGeneral repairs & maintenanceSteering & suspension repair
Don5 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★★★★★

Just went back for a new set of tires because they had the best price, great service. Shop was very busy that day but they fit me in and I wasn't disappointed.

Auto tire replacement
CMLocal Guide · 36 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★★★★★

Came in for a quick oil change and your team made time in a busy day to change my faulty front breaks so I could use my truck this weekend... even changed my 3rd break light bulb. Thanks for going the extra mile and getting me back on the road for the weekend!

Air & cabin filter replacementAuto brake repairAuto brake replacement
CherylLocal Guide · 133 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★★★★★

All knowledgeable, polite, friendly.

Auto tire replacementGeneral repairs & maintenanceTires
ron3 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★★★★★

Bought 4 tires and a Alignment. Everything went smooth and our car drives great.Ray and Sue were very polite and courteous great people to do busines with.

Auto tire replacement
Timothy3 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 job mounting and balancing tires that did not buy from there..very professional

Auto tire replacement
marylyn11 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 place of business great professional and helpful people That works there

Auto tire replacementTire rotations
Jerred4 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 staff was friendly and quick! Car drives like a dream

Auto tire replacement
Joy8 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★★★★★

I went into Phil Walters to have my tires checked as my dashboard indicator was showing a low tire pressure and to make an appointment for an oil change and regular inspection of my car. It turned out that the tire was unrepairable and since all the tires were worn, I decided to replace them. We came up with a…

Air & cabin filter replacementAuto tire replacementOil change
Jim5 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★★★★★

Got 'er done ✔

Auto tire replacementTires
Jeff1 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★★★★★

Great service .

Auto tire replacement
OurLocal 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Honest, quick with great communications.

Auto tire replacement
Rebekah6 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 service. Fast efficient and through. Will be a returning customer.

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