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Salon Afton 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%82+44.7Reliability 24%74+17.9Value 14%69+9.8Replies to reviews 7%69+4.9Craft & service penalty94−0.6Experts Score= 77Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.77SCORE

Salon Afton

Kannapolis, NC · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #65Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 87 wedding hair stylists · 4.8★ from 1,341 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other wedding hair stylists (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: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

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.Salon Afton is better than 82% of wedding hair stylists.A
82
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.Salon Afton is better than 74% of wedding hair stylists.B
74
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.Salon Afton is better than 94% of wedding hair stylists.A
94
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.Salon Afton is better than 69% of wedding hair stylists.B
69
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.Salon Afton is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.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.Salon Afton is better than 69% of wedding hair stylists.B
69

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Customers hired Salon Afton for 8 kinds of job.

Salon Afton for blowdry

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.98
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.93
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$40–60
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 89/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Blowdry”: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.#4 / 30

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Melidian3 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 days ago★★★★★

I brought my 11 year old here to get her first salon experience and we weren’t disappointed!! Our stylist made sure my kiddo felt comfortable and relaxed the whole time! The atmosphere of the entire salon was peaceful and relaxing. We will definitely be coming back for all of our hair care needs!

Paid $40–60HaircutBlowdry
SheimeinLocal Guide · 26 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 days ago★★★★★

Second time here for root color and blow out. I have curly hair and the blows outs both times have been fabulous.

Paid $80–100BlowoutsBlowdryHair coloring
Alisa6 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 week ago★★★★★

Excellent haircut and highlights by Kim. Exactly what I wanted in the color.

Paid $200+HaircutBlowdryHair highlighting
Cathy6 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★★★★★

Sonja is great

Paid $60–80HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
LisaLocal Guide · 26 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★★★★★

Marcia with the adorable curly red hair did a phenomenal job on my hair! She listened to exactly how I wanted it and made it happen! Highly recommend 10/10

Paid $160–180BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
Alexis4 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 had a wonderful experience. Everyone was friendly and helpful. I had been growing my hair out from a pixie cut and was looking to refresh my look. Holly really listened to what I wanted and delivered amazing results!

Paid $180–200Hair straighteningHaircutBlowdry
SusanLocal Guide · 39 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★★★★★

Salon is beautiful, peaceful and welcoming. Selina was terrific and so personable . I think I found my new salon.

Paid $40–60HaircutBlowdry
Dawn9 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★★★★★

First visit to the salon and it was great! Aubrie was fantastic and eager to listen to my hair style request. I received exactly what I asked for and I highly recommend Aubrie! I will be returning for color next and I look forward to it.

Paid $60–80HaircutBlowdry
Misty6 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★★★★★

I went in for a hair cut with Mariah. She did an amazing job. She let me know what she was doing with every step. I felt very comfortable in her chair.

Paid $40–60HaircutBlowdry
Loryn4 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★★★★★

This is the best salon. They love seeing you as much as you will love being there. They work so hard to give you exactly what you want while also guiding to give you the best style that fits. Everyone is wonderful and you are safe in all of their hands no matter who you book with!

Paid $100–120Kids' cutsHaircutHairstyling
Wendy10 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★★★★★

Love Selina!! Love the service

Paid $120–140HaircutBlowdryHair coloring
HarrisonLocal Guide · 17 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★★★★★

Kim, Mae, Holly, Aubrey have always taken good care! Not just of me- my whole family. We love the quality and care this place has. Nancy at the front desk helped me take these photos. It is always a very welcoming environment! Very professional staff; I am always quickly served and helped to setup my next visit.

Customer photo from Harrison's reviewCustomer photo from Harrison's review
Paid $20–40Beard trimBlowdryHaircut
JenLocal Guide · 38 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★★★★★

Great experience today! I called to see if there were any appointments available for a haircut and they got me booked the same day. Mariah was very nice, explained everything she was going to do before she did it, and made sure I was satisfied after my hair was dried (she said I could have her cut more if there were…

Customer photo from Jen's review
Paid $40–60HaircutBlowdry
Mary10 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★★★★★

What a lovely salon. Warm, friendly. My stylist was talented and listened to my request.

Paid $40–60HaircutBlowdry
jennifer13 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★★★★★

Awesome experience. Sonya was amazing. Did a great blowout. !

Paid $40–60BlowdryHairstyling
Tonda10 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★★★★★

Aubrie does great cuts. Nancy at the front is friendly and very efficient.

Paid $60–80HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

This was my second time going to Ashley at Afton Salon and she is so great!! She listened to what I wanted and helped me make decisions that worked with my hair and gave me tips on how to style my hair. I can’t recommend the salon or Ashley enough!! As soon as you walk in the receptionist is welcoming and offers…

Paid $40–60HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Lisa2 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★★★★★

Got shampoo, cut and style. First time visiting this salon and stylist. Amazing atmosphere. Stylist listened to what I wanted and did an amazing job. Cut was on point. Went over styling products for my hair needs. I will go back.

Paid $40–60HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Sally9 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★★★★★

Staff is Knowledgeable, talented and so kind. Blessed to have found them! Highly recommend 😊

Paid $120–140HaircutBlowdryHair coloring
jesse4 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★★★★★

Selena did an amazing job exactly what I asked. She was quick and proficient did not waste time and did it with excellence would highly recommend.

Paid $40–60HaircutBlowdry

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Price

$58-43% vs typical wedding hair stylists

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

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

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Haircut593$43–$79
Hairstyling244$48–$119
Hair coloring215$124–$323
Blowdry98—
Hair highlighting75$171–$371
Blowouts53$53–$113
Kids' cuts42$23–$35
Curly hair30$60–$169

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