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The Refinery Hair Lounge 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%93+22.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%92+6.5Craft & service penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE

The Refinery Hair Lounge

Louisville, KY · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #23Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 101 hair salons · 4.9★ from 546 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other hair salons (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.The Refinery Hair Lounge is better than 95% of hair salons.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.The Refinery Hair Lounge is better than 93% of hair salons.A
93
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.The Refinery Hair Lounge is better than 96% of hair salons.A
96
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.The Refinery Hair Lounge is better than 100% of hair salons.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.The Refinery Hair Lounge is better than 100% of hair salons.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.The Refinery Hair Lounge is better than 92% of hair salons.A
92

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Customers hired The Refinery Hair Lounge for 8 kinds of job.

The Refinery Hair Lounge for hair extensions

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.48
★ 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.$200+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$214–$426
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 97/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Hair extensions”: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.#1 / 25

All 48 Google reviews tagged “Hair extensions” · showing 20

In7 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★★★★★

Such a warm and welcoming environment along with Audrey being the same. She listens to your needs and concerns and is a great stylist!

Paid $180–200Hair extensions
Morgan2 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★★★★★

I am seriously obsessed with my Medusa weft extensions. They are so lightweight that I forget I even have them in, which is huge because I have fine hair and was always worried about extensions feeling heavy or damaging. They blend so naturally and give me the fullness I’ve always wanted without putting stress on my…

Hair extensionsHair coloringHair regrowth
Rania11 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★★★★★

Audrey does more for my mental health than my therapist. My God! Gifted as the day is long. She did my K tip extensions, color, and keratin. I’m obsessed.

HaircutBlowdryHair extensions
Jessie2 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★★★★★

Audrey absolutely TRANSFORMED my hair! I suffered significant hair loss due to hormone and autoimmune issues that impacted my confidence and self-esteem. I have natural salt & pepper hair that I thought would be difficult to match…boy was I wrong! Audrey worked with the supplier and had my extensions custom made to…

Hair extensions
savannah5 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★★★★★

My K-tip extensions turned out amazing. The placement and blend are perfect, and the quality of the install is top-notch. My stylist is knowledgeable, professional, and made sure I understood the maintenance. I highly recommend her for anyone considering extensions.

Hair extensions
Lora4 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★★★★★

“I had been going to the same hairdresser for seven years, so when she moved out of state, I was in full panic mode. I booked an appointment with Audrey, and she instantly put me at ease. I’m so relieved to have found a new hairdresser—Audrey is amazing! Highly recommend!!

Paid $200+HairstylingHair extensionsHair highlighting
Clare2 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★★★★★

Audrey has been my hairstylist for over 10 years, and I can honestly say she is the best! Every time I sit in her chair, I know I’m in expert hands. She listens to what I want, offers great advice, and always delivers results that make me feel happy and beautiful. Her attention to detail and skill with extensions,…

Paid $200+Hair extensionsHair coloring
Jennifer2 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Here’s the thing about Melissa…she is always going to get it RIGHT! I don’t mean technically (although she absolutely does), I mean she makes that vision in your head of what you want your hair to look like come true. She listens, she deciphers what you’re saying, she asks questions, then she gets to work like an…

Hair extensionsHair highlighting
Elizabeth5 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★★★★★

Love my extensions! Audrey is very knowlable and did a great job!

Paid $180–200Hair extensions
Jennifer2 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 have been going to Melissa for over 16 years and let me tell you, she can DO hair!!! Long, short…no problem. Extensions…chef’s kiss. Blonde…don’t get me started. She’s a master! Sitting in Melissa’s chair is like a mini vacation that’s all about me. She is an expert at her craft and a master of conversation.…

HairstylingHair coloringHair extensions
Emily4 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★★★★★

Melissa has done my hair for 20 years! Anything I’ve come to her with she always exceeds any expectations I have. She is truly a master behind the chair. Over the last two years she has done my hand tied extensions. With her knowledge my hair has grown tremendously & stayed healthy & free of any damage. She is the literal best!!

Paid $200+HairstylingHair coloringHair extensions
LauraLocal 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Audrey is awesome. She gave me my confidence back. My life back. She's easy to talk to, down to earth and super sweet. Her extension and color work is fantastic! Highly recommend. She made me feel like myself again after recovering from TE.

Paid $200+HairstylingHair coloringHaircut
Angela2 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 have now had three consultations with Melissa Scott!! Believe me when I tell you this salon is amazing!! I have had so much reservation about changing salons and stylist.. Melissa had made sure to put my nerves at ease and has went above and beyond sharing her time and expertise with me… from picking out the…

HairstylingHair coloringHair extensions
Michelle6 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★★★★★

Melissa in the suite is hands down the best hair stylist I have ever been to. She consistently gets my covering of gray along with highlights the perfect tone each time. As far as my hair extensions- they have not been uncomfortable once after moving them up. I am 56 have fine thinner hair and my hair has been its…

Paid $200+Hair coloringHair extensionsHair highlighting
Tara1 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 a year ago★★★★★

Updated 2025: once again, Donna Carrier is the most amazing of amazing. No stylist has ever made me love my hair, except for Donna. I will never go anywhere else or recommend anyone else. There is only one Donna. I love her! The Refinery staff is always welcoming & kind. Very beautiful & always clean. I love going…

Paid $200+HairstylingHair coloringHair glazing
Amanda9 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’ve been going to Dawn for a few years and she is AMAZING. She listens to everything you ask, gives great recommendations, always gets me out in a great amount of time, and does the most perfect blonde. Recently, I got K Tip extensions with her and they changed my life! Love this place!!

Paid $200+HairstylingHair coloringHair extensions
TJLocal 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Incredible salon and atmosphere. You'll feel at home at the Refinery. I'm partial to her, but Melissa Scott is the best. She's been cutting my hair for 27 years and I keep going back ;) I have seen nothing but happy clients come out of her chair. You won't be disappointed!

HairstylingHair coloringHair straightening
Milissa3 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★★★★★

Audrey is a phenomenal professional! She strives to get to know you so she can give you the style you crave. You might even get a dose of “hair”epy (therapy😂)!! I need a low maintenance cut and color and she does not disappoint. With her amazing talent and skill, Audrey makes intuitive recommendations based on…

Paid $140–160HairstylingHair coloringUpdos+ Punctuality+ Cleanliness+ Quality
T9 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 had a terrible experience at another salon with hair extensions and was truly scared to try it again. But when I saw what Melissa was doing in NYC and how her knowledge of extensions outweighed my expectations I was in!! I have Late Stage Lyme Disease and lose a lot of hair so this was very emotional for me.…

Paid $200+HairstylingHair coloringBlowdry
lynely1 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 went to Annie and she did an amazing job!! I got K tip extensions, they feel great nothing is pulling and they look very natural and blended. They look great and i couldn’t have been happier with my experience!!

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Price

$117+101% vs typical hair salons

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
Hair coloring218$101–$214
Hairstyling205$27–$66
Haircut132$27–$53
Hair extensions48$214–$426
Hair highlighting42$123–$214
Blowouts34$41–$109
Blowdry21—
Body waxing18$41–$88

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