Valvoline Instant Oil Change logo

Valvoline Instant Oil Change

Oil change service · Louisville, KY · reviewed since 2017

How 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%86+46.9Reliability 24%80+19.4Value 14%87+12.3Replies to reviews 7%86+6.1Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 84Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#44 of 110 oil change servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 61%
4.8 ★★★★★ 430 Google reviews · 14 photos
90%five-star reviews
4.90★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
82%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Valvoline Instant Oil Change at a glance

Customers frequently praise the quick turnaround times, friendly staff, and clear communication regarding vehicle needs. Recurring themes include efficient service and knowledgeable technicians who explain procedures without pressuring additional sales. However, some reviews cite issues with inaccurate wait times, high pricing for specific parts, and instances of vehicle damage or improper part installation during service.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 430 reviews (90% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 430 Google reviews (302 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 82% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 31, 2026.
  • Service: Oil Change Service serving Louisville, Kentucky.

Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.

Score profile vs other oil change services

Score per factor (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: reliability.

Satisfaction86Reliability80Craft & service95Value87Momentum100Replies to reviews86Satisfaction: 86 (median 83)Reliability: 80 (median 77)Craft & service: 95 (median 97)Value: 87 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 86 (median 73)
Valvoline Instant Oil ChangeOil Change Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
86
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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 80/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.A
80
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
87
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Valvoline Instant Oil Change: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.A
86

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

430 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars38890%
  • 4 stars215%
  • 3 stars51%
  • 2 stars41%
  • 1 star123%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 302 written reviews

  • Praise42497%
  • Complaints153%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price4631%
  • Reasonable9464%
  • Overpriced43%
  • Not sure32%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude15636%
  • Speed & response12729%
  • Quality & results9822%
  • Communication194%
  • Would recommend194%
  • Honesty & trust113%
  • Price & value92%

What customers talk about

We read 302 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “The entire staff at this valvoline were very informed and nice.”
    “is her first car and first time ever getting an oil change) Zach was rude and gave my sister her phone back before my Mom was fi ished talking to her…”
  • “Got me in and out quick and didn’t make me feel pressured to purchase any other services than the one I asked for.”
  • “Noah, Cody did an amazing job on my service today I highly recommend there was another guy working under my car but I forgot his name they all deserve…”
    “We have been customers for years and never received such poor service.”
  • “Cody, Xavier, and Otto all helped me today and we fast, efficient and communicative.”
  • “Highly recommend if you want professional, fast service!”
    “I absolutely would not recommend this place.”
  • “They joked around, communicated well with each other and it seemed like they genuinely enjoyed their team and their jobs.”
  • “There service was fast and affordable!”
    “Nice people but not getting over charged.”

People customers mention

  • Xavier 17 reviews
  • Drake 16 reviews
  • Otto 11 reviews
  • Noah 11 reviews
  • Chris 9 reviews
  • Lawrence 7 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Valvoline Instant Oil Change for 4 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Greg4 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 days ago★★★★★

The entire staff at this valvoline were very informed and nice. Got me in and out quick and didn’t make me feel pressured to purchase any other services than the one I asked for. Overall great experience

Jenn2 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 days ago★★★★★

Cody, Xavier, and Otto all helped me today and we fast, efficient and communicative.

Great priceOil change
Ricky4 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 days ago★★★★★

Great quick service. Cody, Otto, and Xavier were awesome. This is always my go to Valvoline because of the friendly staff and great all around service.

Reasonable priceOil change
Tyera11 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 days ago★★★★★

Noah, Cody did an amazing job on my service today I highly recommend there was another guy working under my car but I forgot his name they all deserve a raise😊 thank you guys

Gayle5 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 days ago★★★★★

Customer service top notch Techs efficient always in/out quickly Very professional

Great priceOil change
Lashay7 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 days ago★★★★★

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great experience at Valvoline! Cody, the manager, and his team provided excellent customer service and made me feel like a valued customer. I appreciate their professionalism and attention to customer satisfaction. Thank you, Cody and team—keep up the great work! Highly recommend!

Great priceAir & cabin filter replacement

Photos

Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 430 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Charlie Robbins6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Charlie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Fast service!

  • Price assessment: Overpriced
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Thanks for the 5 stars! We're glad you trusted our store on 11813 Shelbyville Rd with your oil change service. Your review keeps our engines—and yours—running smoothly.

Jacob Spainhour1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jacob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service with cody

Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Your 5-star review means a lot to our Valvoline Instant Oil Change team in Middletown. We’re always here for quick oil changes and free checkups to keep your vehicle running smoothly.

Greg Kulwicki4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Greg has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The entire staff at this valvoline were very informed and nice. Got me in and out quick and didn’t make me feel pressured to purchase any other services than the one I asked for. Overall great experience

Response from the owner · 4 days ago

Thank you for the 5 stars! We're glad you visited our store on 11813 Shelbyville Rd for your oil change and vehicle maintenance needs. Your feedback keeps us moving forward.

Jenn Vincent2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jenn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Cody, Xavier, and Otto all helped me today and we fast, efficient and communicative.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 5 days ago

Thank you for the amazing rating! We appreciate you choosing our store on 11813 Shelbyville Rd for fast, friendly oil change service. We look forward to seeing you down the road.

Lucenda Rogers1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Lucenda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Cody ,Otto,Xavier did a great job on my oil change

  • Services: Air & cabin filter replacement, Oil change
Response from the owner · 5 days ago

Thanks for the 5 stars! We're glad you trusted our store on 11813 Shelbyville Rd with your oil change service. Your review keeps our engines—and yours—running smoothly.

Ricky Murphy4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ricky has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great quick service. Cody, Otto, and Xavier were awesome. This is always my go to Valvoline because of the friendly staff and great all around service.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 5 days ago

Thank you for the great rating! Our team at our store on Shelbyville Rd loves helping drivers stay on top of oil changes and vehicle maintenance. Your support means a lot.

Tyera Sanders11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tyera has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Noah, Cody did an amazing job on my service today I highly recommend there was another guy working under my car but I forgot his name they all deserve a raise😊 thank you guys

Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Thanks for the 5 stars! We're glad you trusted our store on 11813 Shelbyville Rd with your oil change service. Your review keeps our engines—and yours—running smoothly.

Gayle Motsinger5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gayle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Customer service top notch Techs efficient always in/out quickly Very professional

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 6 days ago

We’re thrilled by your 5-star rating! Stop by anytime for free top-offs on fluids, tire pressure checks, or light replacements—our Valvoline Instant Oil Change team in Middletown is always happy to help you stay road ready.

courtney scott13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews courtney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The guys were great today super professional and speedy with attn to detail!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Thanks for the 5 stars! Our Valvoline Instant Oil Change technicians love keeping vehicles in great shape. Visit us again soon for your next quick oil change in Middletown!

Chad Parrish2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chad has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great experience and would recommend them

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Oil change
  • Service duration: 0–30 min
Response from the owner · 6 days ago

Thanks for the 5 stars! Our Valvoline Instant Oil Change technicians love keeping vehicles in great shape. Visit us again soon for your next quick oil change in Middletown!

Valvoline Instant Oil Change on Google Maps →

Business details