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Premier Automotive Service 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%91+49.6Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%98+6.9Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 93Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.93SCORE

Premier Automotive Service

Des Moines, IA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #138Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 687 auto repair shops · 4.8★ from 667 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: satisfaction.

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.Premier Automotive Service is better than 91% of auto repair shops.A
91
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.Premier Automotive Service is better than 92% of auto repair shops.A
92
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.Premier Automotive Service is better than 97% of auto repair shops.A
97
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.Premier Automotive Service is better than 100% of auto repair shops.A
100
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.Premier Automotive Service is better than 100% of auto repair 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.Premier Automotive Service is better than 98% of auto repair shops.A
98

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Customers hired Premier Automotive Service for 8 kinds of job.

Premier Automotive Service for air conditioning

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.13
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.54
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: 62/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Air conditioning”: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.#287 / 311
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 13 Google reviews tagged “Air conditioning”

Amanda4 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★★★★★

I had a big job that needed to be done, they gave me a great quote, explained in detail what needed to be done. Very professional, great work at a decent price.

Reasonable priceAir conditioningOil change
LindaLocal Guide · 108 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 6 months ago★★★★★

Love premier!!!! They fixed my car, and told me I needed new tires! Plus I had a few questions for them, and got great answers! This is my new car repair place! Check it out!

Great priceA/C installation & repairAir conditioningOil change
Elayne9 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 won't take my vehicle anywhere else. The friendly, knowledgeable team cares for my vehicle like it was their own. Consistently high level of service, no pressure and honest discussion of my vehicle's needs. This team rocks!!

Carburetor cleaningElectrical repairAir & cabin filter replacement
StevieLocal Guide · 22 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 both vehicles serviced at Premier. Just had both winterized, and I waited in a nice waiting room. Everything clean and welcoming with complementary soft drinks. The personnel was friendly and kept me updated on their progress. Will continue going there.

Auto engine tuningA/C installation & repairAir conditioning
SamLocal Guide · 66 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★★★★★

3rd visit and I Still highly recommend Premier! My second visit to Premier Auto Repair was as great as the first. I knew of some issues needing repaired to keep my Tahoe on the road. I'm extremely glad to have found this shop and will recommend them to anyone!!! First visit: I Had to change car repair shops.…

Auto water leak repairGeneral repairs & maintenanceVehicle Inspection
Mike2 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 bottom line is I trust these guys as mechanics. You get a detailed report about your entire vehicle with their estimate you don’t feel the pressure of an upsell and you don’t feel as though they’re trying to take it vantage of your situation. They’re honest about what needs to be fixed on your car or truck. If…

A/C installation & repairAuto exhaust system repairAuto maintenance
Kelly7 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★★★★★

We have been blessed by Chad,Tim, and Team since their days at the corner of 73rd and Hickman. Always friendly and professional, combined with high quality from top notch knowledge and ability, built on a firm foundation of trust and honesty. Whether a scheduled appointment or a dramatic emergency while on the road,…

A/C installation & repairAir & cabin filter replacementBattery+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Bruce12 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★★★★★

First time I used this service. Won't be my last. Very professional. Great communication. Highly recommend....

Air conditioning+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
RobertLocal Guide · 12 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.

A/C installation & repairAir & cabin filter replacementBattery
David4 years ago★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Air conditioningService not listed
Abdulhalim5 years ago★

Rating only, no written review.

Air conditioningTransmissionWheel alignment
HalLocal Guide · 21 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.

A/C installation & repairAir conditioningGeneral repairs & maintenance+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
Andrew1 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. · 5 years ago★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Air & cabin filter replacementBrakesAir conditioning+ Quality+ Professionalism

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

Great price 31%Reasonable 65%Overpriced 1%Not sure 3%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Oil change129—
General repairs & maintenance106—
Tires39—
Auto engine diagnostic35—
Vehicle Inspection32—
Auto maintenance30—
Engine repair30—
Electrical repair28—

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