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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 auto engine tuning

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.18
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.89
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: 82/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Auto engine tuning”: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.#49 / 193
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 18 Google reviews tagged “Auto engine tuning”

Stephen1 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. · a month ago★★★★★

Quick turnaround, fair price and excellent customer service.

Great priceAuto engine tuningService not listed
Kim2 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★★★★★

We always come back to Premier and I can’t imagine going anywhere else. Every employee I’ve interacted with has been upbeat, knowledgeable, and able to answer any question I had. I would trust them any day and recommend them to anyone. What more could you want?

Reasonable priceExhaustGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto engine tuning
timLocal 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. · Edited 8 months ago★★★★★

Honest as they come, knowledgeable mechanics, always do a solid job.

Air & cabin filter replacementBatteryBrakes+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
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
Mike1 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

I’ve used premiere for years, also turned my entire family on to premiere. Always a pleasant and extremely helpful experience. The service is above all. Highly recommend premier to everyone. This place has helped tremendously for not only myself, family, but also my business.

Auto battery replacementAuto maintenanceAuto tire replacement
Brad7 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★★★★★

As usual quick and courteous service from very personable friendly employee's!

Auto engine tuning
David6 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★★★★★

Tim is an outstanding communicator. Thank you, Chad, for wrestling with the Astro Van spark plugs. Unscheduled, but they completed the repair within a week. The Astro Van is running reliably once again.

Auto engine tuning+ Punctuality+ Quality
Rupert4 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★★★★★

My BMW was flashing low oil. They looked for leaks, ran diagnostics turns out the sensor had gone bad and was a small simple fix. Mike and Chad were very helpful and communicative and gave me a loaner. And fixed it in 1 day. I got them as a referral and they were excellent.

Auto engine diagnosticOil changeAuto engine tuning
DaunelleLocal Guide · 19 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 4 years ago★★★★★

We have used this shop forever. They are incredibly transparent in their billing and diagnostics. They are walking my 17-year old daughter through scheduling maintenance and taking preventative care of her car. Best in town for sure. Added 5/27/20: Went in for an oil change on Thursday but they found lots to…

Brake service & repairGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Sandra8 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 4 years ago★★★★

The service was timely, detailed and at the right price. I love the Smart Car loaner!

General repairs & maintenanceOil changeAuto engine tuning+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
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
Mary2 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★★★★★

Premeire Auto is an excellent service center and know what they are doing.! Great service and always a fast turnaround. I will take my car back to Premeire next time.

Oil changeTransmissionAuto engine tuning+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
ryanLocal Guide · 28 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★★★★★

Finding a true automotive repair shop that is honest, on time and very knowledgeable is very difficult to find however, once experiencing premier automotive and their services at great prices and the most honest auto shop I’ve ever dealt with!! do yourself a favor and look no further than Premier auto I highly recommend!!!

A/C installation & repairBatteryAuto engine diagnostic+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Rhonda2 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 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceTiresGeneral repairs & maintenanceAuto engine diagnostic
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
Jack1 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.

General repairs & maintenanceOil changeAuto engine tuning+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
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

Price

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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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