Auto Body Shop · Newcastle
Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs
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4.2 stars — below the 4.5 threshold
15 reviews — needs significant growth
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Ranked against 12 auto body shop businesses in Newcastle
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Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs's 4.2-star rating is below the 4.5-star threshold that top businesses maintain.
High PriorityWith 15 reviews, Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs is well below the 50+ review mark that builds real customer trust.
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12 competitors in Newcastle have a stronger online reputation than Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs.
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Who's ahead of Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs
These auto body shop businesses in Newcastle have a stronger online reputation than Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs.
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Score | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ultradent Lake Macquarie Newcastle | 5.0 | 34 | 73/100 | |
| 2 | PARTS AND PANELS Newcastle | 5.0 | 24 | 73/100 | |
| 3 | Masters Paint Worx Newcastle | 5.0 | 13 | 68/100 | |
| 4 | K & D Auto Repair Newcastle | 4.8 | 15 | 59/100 | |
| 5 | Dale Murphy Panel Beating Newcastle | 5.0 | 7 | 56/100 | |
| 6 | Seaside Smash Repairs Newcastle | 5.0 | 6 | 56/100 | |
| 7 | Lake Macquarie Smash Repairs Newcastle | 5.0 | 3 | 56/100 | |
| 8 | Ace Paint & Panel Newcastle | 5.0 | 2 | 56/100 | |
| 9 | Newcastle Paint & Panel Newcastle, NSW | 4.9 | 23 | 55/100 | |
| 10 | Old School Bodyworks Newcastle | 4.5 | 26 | 44/100 | |
| 11 | Wayne Thomas Smash Repairs Newcastle | 4.2 | 20 | 40/100 | |
| 12 | Our Town Body Repairs Newcastle | 4.6 | 10 | 39/100 |
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About Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs's reputation score.
Where does Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs rank among auto body shop in Newcastle?
Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs currently ranks #13 of 13 auto body shop in Newcastle on Starworks' reputation index, with a score of 23/100. Rankings are based on Google star rating, review volume, and online presence, and update regularly.
Is Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs good? What is their reputation score?
Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs holds a 4.2-star Google rating across 15 reviews, and has a Starworks Score of 23/100 based on rating, review volume, online presence, and how they compare to other auto body shop in Newcastle.
Who are the best auto body shop in Newcastle?
You can see the full ranked list of the best auto body shop in Newcastle on Starworks at starworks.com.au/best/panel-beaters/newcastle. Each is scored on Google rating, review volume, and online presence.
How does Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs compare to competitors in Newcastle?
Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs is scored 23/100 and compared head-to-head against other auto body shop in Newcastle on rating, number of Google reviews, and online presence. Businesses with more recent reviews and a higher average rating rank above those with fewer.
How can Kel Whittaker Smash Repairs improve their ranking and reputation score?
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