Experts Reviews · Company report
San Diego Tattoo Company 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%95+51.8Reliability 24%95+23Value 14%97+13.7Replies to reviews 7%37+2.6Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE

San Diego Tattoo Company

San Diego, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #29Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 49 piercing studios · 4.9★ from 947 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other piercing studios (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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 95% of piercing studios.A
95
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 95% of piercing studios.A
95
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 98% of piercing studios.A
98
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 97% of piercing studios.A
97
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 100% of piercing studios.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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 37% of piercing studios.D
37

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Customers hired San Diego Tattoo Company for 8 kinds of job.

San Diego Tattoo Company for ear piercing

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.132
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.95
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$100–150
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$62–$132
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 “Ear piercing”: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.#5 / 32

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Hope4 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★★★★★

A couple of my friends and I got piercings on my bachelorette trip to San Diego last year. Danny was absolutely incredible - super kind, patient, clean, and detail oriented. He was actually getting ready to leave for the day but made the time to get us all pierced on the last day of our trip. He took his time and…

Ear piercing
Allen1 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★★★★★

Super great place to get a piercing. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming. I was a walk in trying to get an industrial and it was the best experience. I was able to get in and out in literaly like 25 minutes. Danny was super helpful in making sure I got my industrial just how I invisioned which was super sick. Overall a 10/10, I will be back soonnn

Ear piercing
Sierra1 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★★★★★

Amazing service! I love my new piercing

Paid $50–100Ear piercing
Vivianna2 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★★★★★

I was on vacation with my family and I wanted a new peircing! This place had the best reviews and I know why! Danny was great! He was quick and it was as painless as a peircing can be! I got my conch done!

Paid $50–100Ear piercing
Meredith11 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★★★★★

kind and talented, would go back

Abstract tattoosEar piercing
Brittany11 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★★★★★

Danny was awesome! He pierced my daughters’ ears and was amazing. The whole process was very safe and sterile. He took extra time in making sure the piercing was exactly as we wanted them and was so patient and gentile with my girls. We would definitely recommend Danny to anyone wanting a piercing!

Paid $100–150Ear piercing
paula4 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★★★★★

Danny was excellent! I wanted a stack in my left lobe and he did a fantastic job! He explained the process and kept checking to make sure the alignment was what I wanted. He was fast, friendly, and knowledgeable!! I will happily have him pierce me again in the future!

Paid $100–150Ear piercing
Caleb2 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★★★★★

Great place to get your ears pierced, super friendly and welcoming and it was an overall great experience.

Paid $100–150Ear piercing
Ellie1 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★★★★★

Danny was very good and knew what he was doing and got my piercing directly in the middle and as very painless

Ear piercing
Emily3 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★★★★★

Had such a great experience with Danny! He was so patient, answered all our questions and very helpful throughout the whole process too. 10/10 would recommend him if you’re feeling anxious. He’s gentle and very reassuring, I ended up getting two cartilage piercings because they’re very decently priced here too!

Paid $100–150Ear piercing
Jaclyn8 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★★★★★

We were on vacation in San Diego and my daughter wanted to get her doubles pierced for a souvenir! Danny was so helpful and efficient... My daughter even talked me into getting another piercing so we made an afternoon of it. He was great with both of us from choosing jewelry and the piercing itself was quick and…

Paid $50–100Ear piercing
Janka1 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★★★★★

We had a great experience! My daughter has been wanting to get her ears pierced for years but was really nervous that it was going to hurt, so she almost backed out. Danny was very patient with her and explained the whole process as he went. He was meticulous in marking the spots on her ears and made sure my…

Paid $100–150Ear piercing
Vanessa5 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★★★★★

Initially I was going to a nearby location for a piercing however the person doing piercings was not in. I was recommended to San Diego Tattoo Company and I met Daniel B. He was extremely professional, careful, and really nice. I love my conch piercing and it was painless. Overall, I’m really happy with my…

Paid $50–100Ear piercing
Addie1 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★★★★★

Such a good experience! Danny was super kind and awesome and made the whole process quick and very clean. Very professional and hygienic studio and overall great first time with a professional piercer. Will definitely be coming back in the future for more! I got my conch and my helix pierced and both are healing great.

Paid $100–150Ear piercing
KarynLocal Guide · 5 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★★★★★

Danny was professional and friendly. He checked in with me throughout the process. I am really happy with the result.

Paid $150–200Ear piercing
Melissa6 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★★★★★

My 5.5 daughter had been begging me to take her to get her ears pierced for the past 6 months. I did a lot of googling/research to find the right place. I am so glad I chose San Diego Tattoo Company! Danny was absolutely amazing! He was kind, gentle and precise! He explained everything he was doing to my…

Paid $100–150Ear piercing
ClayLocal Guide · 11 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★★★★★

Took my 8½-year-old to get her ears pierced by Danny Barrera at San Diego Tattoo Company and it was honestly such a great experience. Danny was calm, kind, and really good with her. We had a great conversation beforehand about how he only pierces kids who actually want it…if a kid says no, even if the parents are…

Paid $100–150Ear piercing
Sydney4 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★★★★★

Loved getting my piercing done by Danny. He explained the whole piercing process as well as how to take care of it at home. I'll definitely come back if I ever decide to get another.

Paid $50–100Ear piercing
Adina1 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★★★★★

Danny pierced my conch a few weeks ago and I love it! The studio was very clean and professional and overall a great piercing experience. Getting the piercing itself and the healing process has gone very smoothly. I highly recommend coming here for piercings and I’ll definitely be coming back!

Ear piercing
Tessa2 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★★★★★

Danny did an amazing job and he was very polite and helpful. Place was clean and gave good advice. 5 STARRSSSSSSSSSS

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Price

$119-5% vs typical piercing studios

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
Tattoos236$114–$277
Ear piercing132$62–$132
Piercings125$52–$96
Tattoo design90$119–$290
Fine line tattoos50$108–$170
Nose piercing47$52–$88
Color ink tattoos27$114–$271
Abstract tattoos26$126–$310

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