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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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Salon Afton for 8 kinds of job.

Salon Afton for curly hair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.30
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.97
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$40–60
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$60–$169
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 86/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Curly hair”: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.#3 / 25

All 30 Google reviews tagged “Curly hair”

Nia7 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★★★★★

Whether it’s getting my hair done for a keynote, news appearance, or event gala, Salon Afton is my first stop. Sonja has revitalized my hair routine and up keep over the last year! She is now my go to for all events!

Customer photo from Nia's review
Paid $200+BlowoutsHairstylingCurly hair
Tommy4 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★★★★★

Aubrie was fantastic. I’m a guy with curly hair and I have trouble with the length. Inevitably I get frustrated and cut it all off. And then regret it later. I asked Aubrie for help and advice. This was based solely on internet search and reviews. And it was a fantastic experience start to finish. I AM frustrated…

Customer photo from Tommy's reviewCustomer photo from Tommy's review
Paid $20–40HaircutCurly hair
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
TammyLocal 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 months ago★★★★★

Aubrie was very thorough and had great technique coloring, washing, and straightening my hair. Highly recommend!

Paid $80–100BlowoutsCurly hairHair coloring
Cat2 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★★★★★

Got my hair cut and styled by Ashley and she did a wonderful job! Wonderfully priced as well, I will definitely be coming back!

Paid $20–40HaircutHairstylingCurly hair
Tiffany8 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 7 months ago★★★★★

Amazing work

Kids' cutsBlowoutsHair straightening
Hannah3 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★★★★★

I was so happy to find a place that didn’t charge a million dollars for a curly cut! Holly did a wonderful job and knew how to treat wavy/curly hair.

Paid $40–60HaircutCurly hair
JenniferLocal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Loved the fact that Sonja actually listened to what I wanted and spoke to me regarding the style and how to style it different ways. She made recommendations on products for my slightly curly hair that would bring out the curl, I have never had a stylist that actually gave me a style that worked with my curls,…

Paid $60–80HairstylingCurly hair
danielleLocal Guide · 8 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

I love this place I have only been once the experience was amazing 🤩

Paid $40–60BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
Jackie10 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★★★★★

So friendly and very happy with cut and color.

Paid $140–160HaircutHairstylingCurly hair
JoAnn3 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★★★★★

I was looking for a new stylist that works with thick, curly hair. Aubrie did not disappoint! She had suggestions and explained what she was doing and why every step of the way. I am so happy to have found her.

HaircutCurly hair
Olivia8 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 had a great experience at Salon Afton! I had long wavy/curly hair that was a bit dry on the ends. Aubrie got it to a healthier length so I can keep growing it out, and she had lots of great tips for taking care of my hair type.

Paid $40–60HairstylingHaircutBlowdry
Maddison3 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★★★★★

This was my first time at Salon Afton. I had a great experience! It was a welcoming environment, I got the haircut I wanted, and I didn’t spend an arm and a leg.

Paid $20–40HaircutCurly hair
Zedikiah1 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 2 years ago★★★★★

Whitney is always a pleasure to work with commutative and friendly. I always get super stylized haircuts without any of the knowledge to know what to ask for. She’s always willing to take the time to figure out what exactly you’re asking for. I always leave feeling like I know a little bit more about my hair each visit.

Paid $20–40HairstylingHaircutCurly hair
susan1 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. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Great! Very pleased. Will definitely be my new spot.

HaircutBlowdryCurly hair
Quinn3 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★★★★★

Super comfortable atmosphere and free coffee! The Starbucks of Salons. They did a great job on cutting curly hair and didnt have me looking like a shaggy dog by the end of the day.

Paid $20–40Curly hairHaircut
Angie2 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 years ago★★★★★

This was my first time there. It was recommended by a friend. Aubrie cut my hair and I love it. Did everything I ask for and she gave me some recommendations. Will definitely be back. Thank you for the wondeful, friendly service.

Paid $40–60HaircutCurly hair
Meri5 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★★★★★

Always a good experience with Kim and Salon Afton…highly recommend!

Curly hairHaircut
Melissa2 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★★★★★

My hair is not easy to shape and I needed to be able to have time to explain to my hairdresser what I wanted and the problems I’ve had finding the right cut. Whitney took the time needed to hear everything I said and then helped me figure out the desired cut. I left feeling so much better and love my sassy hair cut!!

Curly hairHairstylingHaircut
Lisa8 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★★★★★

Such a great place. Very friendly staff and atmosphere with highly knowledgeable stylist’s. Brittany always does a wonderful job!

BlowdryCurly hairHairstyling
Delores3 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★★★★★

You can't ask for a more professional friendly salon. Love them. ❤️

Curly hairHair coloringHaircut
Cristine8 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★★★★★

Finally found a new stylist!

Curly hairHairstylingHaircut
Sandy12 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★★★★★

Cannot brag enough on Salon Afton and the handsome and talented Dale Smith. IYKYK!!!

Curly hairHair coloringHaircut
Aleigha1 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★★★★★

My hair was not cut right before by Great Clips, and I went into this salon and they fixed right up and gave me what I asked for. It looked amazing afterwards. Can’t wait to go back again.

Curly hairHairstylingHair straightening
Beka5 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★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $120–140HaircutCurly hairHair coloring
Poojitha5 months ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $40–60Curly hair
Tia2 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Maria3 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $40–60HaircutCurly hair
Shelley1 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Curly hairHair coloringHairstyling
Brooke1 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

BlowoutsCurly hairHaircut

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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