A-1 Service Group

Waste management service · Greensboro, NC · reviewed since 2015

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%55+30Reliability 24%49+11.9Value 14%85+12Replies to reviews 7%82+5.8Craft & service penalty63−3.7Momentum penalty90−1Experts Score= 55Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.55SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#122 of 128 hazardous material removalPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 5%
4.5 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · 24 photos
82%five-star reviews
4.46★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
9.7%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.
64%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

A-1 Service Group at a glance

Google reviewers rate A-1 Service Group 4.5 out of 5 based on 66 reviews, with the owner responding to 64 percent of feedback. Customers frequently cite punctual delivery, responsive communication, and fair pricing for dumpster rentals and portable toilets. Recurring themes include same-day service availability and professional staff interactions. However, some low-star reviews criticize high landfill fees and disputed billing practices regarding early pickup attempts.

  • Google rating: 4.5 out of 5 from 66 reviews (82% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 66 Google reviews (44 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 64% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 29, 2026.
  • Service: Hazardous Material Removal Service serving Greensboro, North Carolina.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other hazardous material removal

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 value; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction55Reliability49Craft & service63Value85Momentum90Replies to reviews82Satisfaction: 55 (median 93)Reliability: 49 (median 92)Craft & service: 63 (median 96)Value: 85 (median 100)Momentum: 90 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 82 (median 69)
A-1 Service GroupHazardous Material Removal 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.A-1 Service Group: 55/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.C
55
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.A-1 Service Group: 49/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.C
49
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.A-1 Service Group: 63/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.B
63
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.A-1 Service Group: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
85
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.A-1 Service Group: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
90
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.A-1 Service Group: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 69.A
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Star ratings

66 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars5482%
  • 4 stars46%
  • 3 stars35%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star58%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 44 written reviews

  • Praise5598%
  • Complaints12%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price675%
  • Reasonable225%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1425%
  • Speed & response1425%
  • Quality & results916%
  • Communication611%
  • Price & value59%
  • Would recommend59%
  • Honesty & trust35%

What customers talk about

We read 44 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Very friendly, easy access, and priced about the same as the others.”
  • “Mitsy and her team are always very responsive and try to meet our requests even when they are at the last moment.”
  • “Would like to recognize Misty Travis and Michael Brown with ther excellent business qualities that have made my dealings with A-1 a great experience.”
  • “Communication is great, especially when coordinating where to pick up and drop off containers.”
  • “Derek manages everything beautifully and takes care of all my needs at fair price.”
  • “ou are looking for a waste disposal and Port-aJohn Sevice company, I highly recommend A-1 Service Group as the company you need providing these servic…”
  • “Man these are the cleanest and best smelling Johns I’ve ever been in trust me all us construction workers thank yall for yalls thoroughness and the sm…”

People customers mention

  • Derek 4 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

Michael1 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Hasco Inc has been using A-1 Service group for dumpster containers and portable toilets for many many years. Mitsy and her team are always very responsive and try to meet our requests even when they are at the last moment.

Jeff5 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

A-1 Sevice Group has been a great company to work with over the last 15 years through my personal residential building company and daily residential building experience. They have taken care of all my needs through disposal of construction materials and recently added Port-aJohn services. Would like to recognize…

TonyLocal Guide · 80 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I have thoroughly enjoyed working with A1 Service Group! Misty is prompt, courteous, and an absolute pleasure to work with. The service has been excellent, and the drivers are friendly and professional. Communication is great, especially when coordinating where to pick up and drop off containers. Love the service and the people. Highly recommend!

Great price
CTE4 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

A-1 Service Group handles all of my waste disposal needs. Misty is super responsive and easy to work with. Give her a call today

Roger1 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

I have worked with Misty Travis for several years now and it has always been a great experience. I manage a large residential home building company and our service has always been top notch. Misty has always made sure we are taken care of and always available if we have any questions!! Thank you Misty for everything you do!

Reasonable priceConstruction debris removalDumpster rentalTrash removal & disposal
Ryan1 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Yes great service and especially Misti is great with getting what I need in a timely matter

Great priceConstruction debris removalDumpster rental

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Customer reviews

4.5 ★★★★★ 66 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Jerry DeardorffLocal Guide · 154 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jerry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very friendly, easy access, and priced about the same as the others.

Response from the owner · a week ago

Thanks, Jerry. Glad the yard was easy to get in and out of and the crew was friendly. We appreciate you coming by A-1.

Michael Harper1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Hasco Inc has been using A-1 Service group for dumpster containers and portable toilets for many many years. Mitsy and her team are always very responsive and try to meet our requests even when they are at the last moment.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, Michael. Many years of dumpster containers and portable toilets for Hasco is the kind of relationship we're proud of, and Misty and her team will be glad to hear this. Last-minute requests are part of the job, so call us anytime.

Jeff Kidd5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jeff has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

A-1 Sevice Group has been a great company to work with over the last 15 years through my personal residential building company and daily residential building experience. They have taken care of all my needs through disposal of construction materials and recently added Port-aJohn services. Would like to recognize Misty Travis and Michael Brown with ther excellent business qualities that have made my dealings with A-1 a great experience. If you are looking for a waste disposal and Port-aJohn Sevice company, I highly recommend A-1 Service Group as the company you need providing these services for you.

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, Jeff. Fifteen years of building together is something we're proud of, and Misty and Michael will be glad to hear this. Glad the Port-a-John service has fit in alongside the disposal work.

Tony WohlgemuthLocal Guide · 80 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tony has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I have thoroughly enjoyed working with A1 Service Group! Misty is prompt, courteous, and an absolute pleasure to work with. The service has been excellent, and the drivers are friendly and professional. Communication is great, especially when coordinating where to pick up and drop off containers. Love the service and the people. Highly recommend!

  • Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, Tony. Misty will be glad to hear it, and so will the drivers. Sorting out where containers get dropped and picked up is a big part of the job, so we're glad that has been easy on your end.

Trent Bolton2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Trent has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

PUT TARPS ON UR TRUCKS

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Trent, thanks for letting us know. Our loads should be covered every time, and if one of ours was not, that is on us. Please call or text (336) 855-8195 and ask for the operations manager so we can find out which truck it was.

CTE4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews CTE has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

A-1 Service Group handles all of my waste disposal needs. Misty is super responsive and easy to work with. Give her a call today

Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you! Misty will be glad to hear it. We appreciate you trusting A-1 with your disposal work.

Roger Sands1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Roger has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have worked with Misty Travis for several years now and it has always been a great experience. I manage a large residential home building company and our service has always been top notch. Misty has always made sure we are taken care of and always available if we have any questions!! Thank you Misty for everything you do!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Construction debris removal, Dumpster rental, Trash removal & disposal
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Roger, thanks for sticking with us all these years. Misty and the whole crew appreciate it. - The A-1 team

Ryan Hester1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Ryan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Yes great service and especially Misti is great with getting what I need in a timely matter

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Construction debris removal, Dumpster rental
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thanks Ryan. Getting you what you need when you need it is the whole job. Misty will appreciate the shout-out.

Chad Hockaday12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chad has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Enjoy working with A1 and Cristy is always very helpful!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Waste recycling
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thanks Chad, we enjoy working with you too. We'll pass this along to Misty, she's the one keeping you taken care of.

John Turner1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Misty , Is the best. They always take care of my remodel waste ! I have used them for years and plan on for many more ! John Turner

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: House & garage cleanouts, Yard debris removal, Construction debris removal
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you, John. Years of remodel jobs together is the kind of relationship we're proud of, and Misty will be glad to see this. Here's to many more.

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