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Vera's Alterations

Clothing alteration service · Pasco, WA · reviewed since 2021

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 59%91+53.4Reliability 26%90+23.5Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 92Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#3 of 17 clothing alterationsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 88%
4.9 ★★★★★ 88 Google reviews · 4 photos
98%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
44%reviews answered by the owner
Apr 2026latest review

Vera's Alterations at a glance

Google reviewers rate Vera's Alterations 4.9 out of 5 based on 88 reviews, with the owner responding to 44 percent of them. Customers frequently cite reasonable pricing, quick turnaround times, and skilled work on wedding dresses, bridesmaid gowns, and everyday garments like jeans. While most feedback highlights friendly service and efficient communication, two low-star reviews criticize the quality of jean alterations and customer service, and one mentions high costs for zipper replacement.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 88 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 88 Google reviews (85 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 44% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: April 23, 2026.
  • Service: Clothing Alteration serving Pasco, Washington.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other clothing alterations

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: craft & service and value; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction91Reliability90Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 91 (median 83)Reliability: 90 (median 75)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Vera's AlterationsClothing Alterations 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.Vera's Alterations: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
91
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.Vera's Alterations: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 75.A
90
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.Vera's Alterations: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Vera's Alterations: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Vera's Alterations: 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 29.–
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Star ratings

88 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars8698%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 85 written reviews

  • Praise18597%
  • Complaints63%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude4825%
  • Quality & results4524%
  • Speed & response3518%
  • Would recommend2915%
  • Price & value2714%
  • Communication42%
  • Honesty & trust32%

What customers talk about

We read 85 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “She is warm, caring, and makes you feel completely comfortable the moment you walk in.”
  • “Her craftsmanship is excellent, and her attention to detail really shows.”
  • “Vera altered my wedding dress and had such a quick turn around time!”
  • “I highly recommend her to anyone looking for quality alterations and a genuine person.”
    “Go elsewhere, would not recommend at all.”
  • “She did perfect on a formal dress alteration and was very reasonably priced.”
    “What a rip off”
  • “If something won't work or isn't the best option, Vera will explain it clearly and share her professional opinion.”
  • “…within my short deadline of my wedding date with no problems and she honestly saved me SO much stress and saved my wedding day.…”

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Vera's Alterations for 6 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

T.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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I've been going to Vera for several years, and I truly can't say enough good things about her. She is warm, caring, and makes you feel completely comfortable the moment you walk in. Her workspace is always immaculate, reflecting the pride she takes in her work. She has helped my family and me with everything from…

GracieLocal Guide · 27 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★★★★★

Vera, has done many alterations for me. I always leave super pleased w my clothing. I highly recommend her to everyone!

Dakota3 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★★★★★

Vera is the kindest sweetest lady and her work is absolutely exceptional. She took in the sleeves, let out the bust and shortened the length, all in a matter of a couple days. My dress looks better than how it came originally! I contacted her at the last minute in desperate need of alterations that needed to be done…

Haley4 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★★★★★

She is amazing! Vera altered my wedding dress, two bridesmaid dresses, and various pants / shirts. They all turned out perfectly! Highly recommend

Monica4 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 used her for years. So friendly, professional and reasonable prices. Highly recommend her.

Jazmine9 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★★★★★

Vera altered my wedding dress and had such a quick turn around time! I had my dress back to me and altered three weeks after drop off. She makes you feel so comfortable during the whole process, such a wonderful experience.

Customer photo from Jazmine's reviewCustomer photo from Jazmine's review

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 88 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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T. B.8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews T. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I've been going to Vera for several years, and I truly can't say enough good things about her. She is warm, caring, and makes you feel completely comfortable the moment you walk in. Her workspace is always immaculate, reflecting the pride she takes in her work. She has helped my family and me with everything from blazers to formal dresses—hemming, taking in pieces, and making sure everything fits just right. Her craftsmanship is excellent, and her attention to detail really shows. What I appreciate most is her honesty. If something won't work or isn't the best option, Vera will explain it clearly and share her professional opinion. You can trust that she has your best interests in mind. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for quality alterations and a genuine person.

Gracie NewhouseLocal Guide · 27 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gracie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Vera, has done many alterations for me. I always leave super pleased w my clothing. I highly recommend her to everyone!

Dakota Stangeland3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dakota has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Vera is the kindest sweetest lady and her work is absolutely exceptional. She took in the sleeves, let out the bust and shortened the length, all in a matter of a couple days. My dress looks better than how it came originally! I contacted her at the last minute in desperate need of alterations that needed to be done for a wedding I was in. She could have easily turned me away but instead she worked with my timeframe and got it done for me in two days. Her experience is extensive and her attention to detail is immaculate. 1000/10 recommend her!!! If I could give her infinite stars I would. My dress is PERFECT.

Haley Green4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Haley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

She is amazing! Vera altered my wedding dress, two bridesmaid dresses, and various pants / shirts. They all turned out perfectly! Highly recommend

Monica R4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Monica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We used her for years. So friendly, professional and reasonable prices. Highly recommend her.

Jazmine Lopez9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jazmine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Vera altered my wedding dress and had such a quick turn around time! I had my dress back to me and altered three weeks after drop off. She makes you feel so comfortable during the whole process, such a wonderful experience.

Brittany Meeks6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brittany has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Vera altered my wedding dress and did a wonderful job. Got it done within a couple weeks and on short notice. She is so friendly and welcoming! I highly recommend her.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you, Brittany.

Reyanna Jackson6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Reyanna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Vera is so amazing at what she does she is so flexible and just overall a very good person. I love her word. She did my wedding dress and it looks gorgeous and it fit me perfect to the team so if you’re looking for anybody go with Vera.

S KLocal Guide · 25 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews S has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had great experience! I couldn’t be any happier. She’s talented and my dresses look made for me. Thank you 🙏

Kylie Sakota6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kylie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Vera is such a sweet lady and did an amazing job at altering my wedding dress! She was quick and responsive and completed my alterations in less than a month from the first appointment. She was able to fit me in her schedule with my wedding being in September. I would recommend her to any bride or anyone in need of formal dress alterations! 10/10!!!

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thank you so much

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Business details

  • Address: 4119 Minorca Ln, Pasco, WA 99301
  • Phone: (509) 768-6601
  • Service area: Pasco, WA