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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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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.130
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.87
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: 81/100.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.#130 / 484
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

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Holly6 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 hours ago★★★★★

Very friendly and professional from making the appt to picking up my vehicle.

Reasonable priceElectricalOil change
Tim3 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 hours ago★★★★★

Exceptional customer service. I will not take my vehicles anywhere else *****

Reasonable priceSteering & suspension repairAuto brake repairAuto tire replacement
June2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

I trust Premier for repairs and honest advice on auto problems.

Reasonable priceOil changeService not listed
Jen1 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. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

Prompt, professional service!

Reasonable priceElectricalBatteryOil change
Jared4 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★★★★★

Just easy.

Reasonable priceOil change
Erich2 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 months ago★★★★★

Perfect service from start to finish. Crystal clear on the communication front as well. These guys are top notch.

Reasonable priceElectrical repairWiper blade installationOil change
Heather4 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★★★★★

Excellent communication of potentially bad news. Honest assessment of the issue and paths forward.

Reasonable priceAuto engine diagnosticEngine repairOil change
Victoria3 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 months ago★★★★★

I really enjoyed the customer service also the honesty and fast quick service.

Great priceOil change
bobby2 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 months ago★★★★★

Always trustworthy, friendly and fair.

Reasonable priceOil change
DawnLocal 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 3 months ago★★★★★

They are the best! Fair prices and honest! They are funny too!

Great priceVehicle InspectionAuto maintenanceOil change
Erica2 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 months ago★★★★★

Friendly customer service, informative, disclosed price upfront, and stayed true to commitment. Offered to do the oil change while I was there because they noticed my car was due for that. That was helpful.

Reasonable priceAir & cabin filter replacementSteering & suspension repairOil change
LyleLocal Guide · 161 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 months ago★★★★★

Excelente work.. Had a list of work needed done and they worked with me to most important first, then subsequent oil changes do more.. this spreads my money further!! Great people!!

Great priceGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change
Bill4 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 months ago★★★★★

Consistently good service. I scheduled drop off service but decided to wait and they didn’t leave me waiting long.

Reasonable priceAir & cabin filter replacementOil change
Michael1 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 months ago★★★★★

Excellent service as usual. Currently access to business is a mess with Hickman construction .

Reasonable priceTiresTire rotationsOil change
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
F7 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★★★★★

The team at Premiere Auto did a great job servicing our car. We went in for an oil change and left with confidence that all the maintenance checks were in good working order.

Reasonable priceOil change
k14 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★★★★★

Does more than change the oil, does a thorough check up on your call and let's you know of there are issues.

Great priceAir & cabin filter replacementOil change
Sarah4 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 have been taking my vehicles there for years. Highly recommended!

Reasonable priceAir & cabin filter replacementAuto maintenanceOil change
MikeLocal Guide · 69 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 months ago★★★★★

I only had an oil change but I would go back again. The waiting room is clean, the staff were nice, the inspection was helpful and they weren't pushy about anything. Recommended!

Great priceOil change
JakeLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

Great shop and friendly service! They know what they're doing, they're honest, and they're unbelievably fast. I will come back, for anything I can't do myself.

Reasonable priceSteering & suspension repairGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change

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