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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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Premier Automotive Service for 8 kinds of job.

Premier Automotive Service for tire rotations

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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).4.94
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 “Tire rotations”: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.#43 / 192
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 18 Google reviews tagged “Tire rotations”

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
John9 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★★★★★

These guys are the best! Constantly amazed and appreciative that they automatically do what is necessary to fix the problem and Not what makes them the most money! And automatically check for their warranty coverage!

Great priceAir & cabin filter replacementTire rotationsOil change
AaronLocal 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Premier Automotive Services is great. Very punctual, good at communicating. They called during a routine oil change and pointed out a few items to keep an eye on vs others they should be done sooner. Not pushy at all, just informative. In the end I opted to have a couple things done same day, and they were able to…

Reasonable priceTire rotationsWiper blade installationAuto maintenance
Michael6 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★★★★★

I highly recommend Premier Automotive Service. I’ve been using them for several years now, and they’ve worked on both my ’98 Jeep and my MDX. They’re always great to work with and communicate clearly about what’s going on with your vehicle and what your options are. Last year I had them redo my brakes, and about a…

Reasonable priceAuto brake repairTire rotationsBattery
Allie7 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★★★★★

Cody and team always do an amazing job with our vehicles from standard maintenance to extensive repairs. We trust them to be honest, fair, and never over-sell us on anything!

Reasonable priceTire rotationsVehicle InspectionOil change
awilaway6 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★★★★★

Timely, friendly service and a fair price

TransmissionTire rotationsOil change
Sara3 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★★★★★

We take my car there every time for oil changes and just little things that need to be done. They have always been fast and fair on their prices. I highly recommend them to anyone.

Great priceTire rotationsOil change
Ryan3 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 year ago★★★★★

They never try to up sell me on anything I don't need and are honest, relatively affordable, and fast.

Reasonable priceTire rotationsBrakesBattery
G3 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★★★★★

Outstanding service!!

General repairs & maintenanceTire rotationsOil 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
BradLocal Guide · 129 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★★★★★

Good and friendly.

Electrical repairAir & cabin filter replacementTires
Jordan5 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★★★★★

Great customer service, friendly, helpful and informative of services being performed and parts being replaced. Will go back here again for future repairs.

Engine repairOil changeTire rotations
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
Stephanie10 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★★★★★

Have never had a bad experience here. The staff and managment are super frinedly, considerate and hard working! Would completely recommend them for all your service needs!

General repairs & maintenanceTire rotationsTires
gordana15 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★★★★★

Great costumer service, nice, pleasant, friendly. Tim and then team provide great services and excellent costumer service. Gordana wilhite. Thank you for your service

Air & cabin filter replacementAuto maintenanceElectrical+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Billie4 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 month ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceTiresTire rotationsOil change
Sarah1 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceTire rotationsOil change
Sandy4 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.

Oil changeTire rotations

Price

Not enough reviews with a price yet.

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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