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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 transmission

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.20
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.70
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: 67/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Transmission”: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.#276 / 330
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 20 Google reviews tagged “Transmission”

GregLocal Guide · 31 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★★★★★

Premier has competitive price and a professional quoting system.

Reasonable priceTransmission
Matt5 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★★★★★

I have been going to Premier Auto for years! They are honest, hardworking folks who want to provide the best price for the best service. They truly want you to leave happy and to come back again.

Great priceTransmissionElectrical repairTires
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
Matt8 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★★★★★

Premier Auto is our family’s auto shop and we recommend it to all our friends. We have tried various repair shops in the area, but ether the service was lacking or non-existent. Premier has always ensured our cars are in top shape and any interaction was easy and clear!

Great priceTransmissionAuto engine diagnosticAuto brake repair
Hope12 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★★★★★

Have come here for years and well continue to keep coming back.Thank you.

Reasonable priceTransmission
Connie6 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★★★★

Highly recommend! I've never been there before, but very professional, kept me informed before repairing. I will definitely go back for any issues I have with my car.

Not sureTransmission
Adam1 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 year ago★★★★★

I had them check out a vehicle that I had just bought and they gave me excellent information about the vehicle. Very timely and excellent service.

Reasonable priceTransmission
ValerieLocal Guide · 7 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★★★★★

Great place with good honest people working there.

TransmissionGeneral repairs & maintenance+ Quality
MinnieLocal Guide · 2 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★★★★★

My experiences with Premier Automotive Service have always been outstanding. I know that whenever I leave my car with Premier Automotive Service, it has been quite comforting for me as a single woman whose knows nothing about cars except to drive them. I love the communication that they have with their customers before they actually do the work.

TransmissionEngine repair
Tom6 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★★★★★

Professional, efficient, friendly. Fair price for service provided.

TransmissionService not listed+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Doug3 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 people ✔️ good communication. ✔️ great results.✔️ as always.

TransmissionVehicle Inspection
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
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
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
Ben5 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 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Oil changeTransmission+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Abdulhalim5 years ago★

Rating only, no written review.

Air conditioningTransmissionWheel alignment
HeatherLocal Guide · 30 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.

Transmission+ Punctuality+ Quality+ 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

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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