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Scott's Automotive Services Inc 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%92+50.2Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%7+0.5Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE

Scott's Automotive Services Inc

Des Moines, IA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #320Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 687 auto repair shops · 4.9★ from 454 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: 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.Scott's Automotive Services Inc is better than 92% of auto repair shops.A
92
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.Scott's Automotive Services Inc is better than 91% of auto repair shops.A
91
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.Scott's Automotive Services Inc is better than 95% of auto repair shops.A
95
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.Scott's Automotive Services Inc 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.Scott's Automotive Services Inc 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.Scott's Automotive Services Inc is better than 7% of auto repair shops.F
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Customers hired Scott's Automotive Services Inc for 8 kinds of job.

Scott's Automotive Services Inc for steering & suspension repair

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.19
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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: 85/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Steering & suspension repair”: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.#54 / 411
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 19 Google reviews tagged “Steering & suspension repair”

JennLocal Guide · 6 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 day ago★★★★★

Loved how transparent they were with my repairs and the surprise repair needed!!

Great priceTiresSteering & suspension repairVehicle Inspection
Jennifer3 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 month ago★★★★★

They were fast, efficient, and incredibly kind—from the woman who answered the phone to Jason, whom I had the pleasure of working with throughout the entire process. The team at Scott’s truly went above and beyond to help me get my rear differential repaired properly and make sure everything was done right. They…

Great priceTiresSteering & suspension repairVehicle Inspection
MikeLocal Guide · 23 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★★★★★

Scott's Automotive in Des Moines, Iowa did a great job on our Chevy Colorado, a lot of overdue maintenance and repairs. We drive it a lot of miles every day and it is running great. They were also very flexible with scheduling and had extremely helpful office staff.

Customer photo from Mike's reviewCustomer photo from Mike's review
Great priceTransmissionAir & cabin filter replacementExhaust
denise4 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★★★★★

Very nice and polite Willing to help any way possible Explained everything Very thourogh Recommend to other people... very pleased with service

Reasonable priceSteering & suspension repairGeneral repairs & maintenanceBrakes
Jason5 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★★★★★

Shop is clean and inviting. Staff was friendly and knowledgable. I had a great experience and would recommend this repair shop to everyone.

Electrical repairExhaustTires
Michael2 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★★★★★

It's running good, curious did you do something with the PVC valve problem, the check engine light was off.

A/C servicesTransmissionAir & cabin filter replacement
HollyLocal Guide · 34 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★★★★★

Honest people, great service.

Steering & suspension replacementSteering & suspension repairTires
Stan2 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★★★★★

Once again did a great job of repairing my vehicle. Have came to trust Scott's just what needs done and at a reasonable price.

Steering & suspension repair
SammyLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

This place is great, Jason was wonderful to work with and they did a great job on my car. I was in an ascendant and was very upset and Jason was calm and patient with me. Will definitely do business with them again.

Steering & suspension repair
Misty2 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★★★★★

Clean friendly and great service. Reasonably priced as well as paynent options! Love the staff! Will not take my vehicle anywhere else. Highly recommend!

Air & cabin filter replacementBatteryBrakes
Danette5 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★★★★★

I highly recommend Scott's Automotive Services they are very knowledgeable, very professional-Super friendly- very detailed, And great communication also great prices!!! I will always take all my vehicles to them, and let everyone I know what a awesome experience I had!!! Thank you Scott's Automotive Service Team an award for Outstanding Service !!!

ElectricalAuto engine diagnosticElectrical repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Glen11 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★★★★★

Great job! My car handles like new.

Steering & suspension repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
David2 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★★★★★

Knowledgeable staff, honest, on time and easy to work with. I’ve been going to Scott’s for years for service and tires. I’ve had 4 different vehicles go through their shop over the years. David W.

General repairs & maintenanceSteering & suspension repairTires+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
anthony4 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★★★★★

Only place I will take both mine and my wife's vehicles. Very professional and always up front. I would recommend Scotts Automotive to everyone I know. Thanks again for a awesome job.

Auto engine diagnosticEngine repairGeneral repairs & maintenance+ Professionalism
Sarah10 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★★★★★

They repaired our rear arm control among other things on my Santa Fe. They did a great job. Kept in communication with us through it all and great prices! Also backed by AAA! Will continue to come back!

Steering & suspension repairWheel alignment+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Amy2 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★★★★★

Great service and honest people.

Engine repairSteering & suspension repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
mary5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Oil changeSteering & suspension repairWheel alignment+ Quality
Sheldon5 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Steering & suspension repair+ Punctuality+ Quality+ Professionalism
Douglas10 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.

Auto engine diagnosticGeneral repairs & maintenanceOil change+ Professionalism

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

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