Civil engineer · Portland, OR · reviewed since 2017
iHow 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 64%66+41.9Reliability 28%51+14.4Replies to reviews 8%62+5.1Momentum penalty21−7.9Experts Score= 54Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.54SCORE
CGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#19 of 24 land surveyorsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 22%
4.7★★★★★30 Google reviews · 9 photos
90%five-star reviews
3.86★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
10%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Customers praise the firm for professional surveying, environmental planning, and permit assistance, citing prompt service and knowledgeable staff. Recurring themes include helpful communication and a willingness to interpret complex codes for clients in the Portland area. However, low-star reviews describe specific instances of unsafe driving behavior and aggressive conduct by employees in work vehicles on public roads.
Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 30 reviews (90% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 30 Google reviews (16 with written comments, 2 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 73% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 2, 2026.
Service: Land Surveyor serving Portland, Oregon.
Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.
Score profile vs other land surveyors
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: satisfaction and replies to reviews; weakest: momentum.
AKS Engineering & ForestryLand Surveyors median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.AKS Engineering & Forestry: 66/100 on this factor. Category median: 73.B
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ReliabilityiReliability · 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.AKS Engineering & Forestry: 51/100 on this factor. Category median: 54.C
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Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 96.–
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ValueiValue · 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 87.–
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MomentumiMomentum · 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.AKS Engineering & Forestry: 21/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.D
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Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.AKS Engineering & Forestry: 62/100 on this factor. Category median: 24.B
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Star ratings
30 Google reviews we collected
4.7of 5
5 stars2790%
4 stars13%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star27%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 16 written reviews
83%praise
Praise1083%
Complaints217%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
5topics
Staff & attitude650%
Speed & response325%
Quality & results18%
Price & value18%
Would recommend18%
What customers talk about
We read 16 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I reached out to Greg Harris for help with a Portland permit/code issue, and he was very helpful.”
“Prompt service, professional knowledge and all around great firm to work with.”
“They sent out Riley and Warren, they both did an amazing job!”
“Fair to assume he sent some less than professional hand gestures.”
“Would highly recommend them and AKS for anyone who has surveying needs!”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
TTran1 reviewiTotal 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 months ago★★★★★
I reached out to Greg Harris for help with a Portland permit/code issue, and he was very helpful. He took the time to look into my situation, share information, and connect me with people who could help.
I really appreciate his kindness, professionalism, and willingness to help someone he had never met before. Thank you, Greg, for going above and beyond!
LLaurenLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
We worked with Greg Harris to understand implications of storm water management strategies on a property in Lake Oswego, and he we went above and beyond to interpret the code as it relates to this property and assist with developing a plan.
AALocal Guide · 37 reviewsiTotal 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★
This company needs to have better control over how their employees drive in their work labeled vehicles. Sitting in the left lane on I5 and flipping people off isn’t a good look.
JJorge6 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Great company, smart professionals and committed member of the OR and WA communities Plus an amazing annual Crawfish Boil and BBQ
WWilLocal Guide · 35 reviewsiTotal 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 years ago★★★★★
AKS did the surveying on my house corners. They sent out Riley and Warren, they both did an amazing job! Very timely, professional, polite, and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend them and AKS for anyone who has surveying needs!
DDaleLocal Guide · 38 reviewsiTotal 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 years ago★★★★★
I hired AKS to help with an environmental plan for The City of Portland. Nathan Garity was the person assigned to work with me. AKS has always been great to work with, but Nathan gave me a new level appreciation for AKS and their team members. Nathan worked perfectly with the city and my team to get this completed. Bravo AKS and especially Nathan.
I reached out to Greg Harris for help with a Portland permit/code issue, and he was very helpful. He took the time to look into my situation, share information, and connect me with people who could help.
I really appreciate his kindness, professionalism, and willingness to help someone he had never met before. Thank you, Greg, for going above and beyond!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Hi Tran,
We are so happy that your experience was great! Thank you for leaving such a kind review!
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Greg StuhrLocal Guide · 66 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Greg has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We worked with Greg Harris to understand implications of storm water management strategies on a property in Lake Oswego, and he we went above and beyond to interpret the code as it relates to this property and assist with developing a plan.
Response from the owner · 7 months ago
Thank you, Lauren. We’re really glad Greg was able to make the process a easier for you. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
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ALocal Guide · 37 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews A has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This company needs to have better control over how their employees drive in their work labeled vehicles. Sitting in the left lane on I5 and flipping people off isn’t a good look.
Response from the owner · 7 months ago
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We take reports like this very seriously, as this is not the standard we hold ourselves to. We will look into what happened and follow up with the driver right away. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know.
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Jeff Helbling2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jeff has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I need to file a complaint against one of your drivers in a White Jeep Cherokee labeled with AKS Engineering and Forestry pulled into the easement of the drive way at 10473 SE Heritage Rd, Happy Valley OR, 97086. At 2:15 PM. The jeep paused for 10 seconds as I approached on my cargo bike down middle of my lane at 10 mph after just riding up hill. Pretty clearly he was assessing the construction or grade of the property under construction next door/across the street. I had multiple lights off the front of my bike strobing for awareness. As I neared the vehicle he began to back up, I yelled “hey look out” and braked to alert the driver. He began verbally berating me that I “snuck up on him.” I am a huge guy, on a cargo bike, full day time lights with my kid on the back. Riding slow with my kid... Legally riding in a lane with proper lighting in the day time! I replied “hey man use your cameras, be careful you are in a neighborhood with kids”. The driver began screaming profanities at me and my kid.
To leadership at AKS this is a poor representation of your company, you’re in a family neighborhood. Right after school let out. School buses near buy. I was riding very conservatively with a child on the back. Pretty clear the driver was not watching and to begin screaming swear words in a family neighborhood. I did not bother to reply or look back. Fair to assume he sent some less than professional hand gestures.
Dude could have just said “hey thanks” and gone on with his day. From previously working in construction I know accidents are pretty brutal on your ability to get insurance, loans, and bid large jobs. A work vehicle backing into road way vs bike with a kid on the back in a family neighborhood would look pretty bad…
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thank you for letting us know about this incident. This behavior is unacceptable and we expect more from our people. We will address this situation with the driver immediately.
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Lil Hector Gonzo1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Lil has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great company, smart professionals and committed member of the OR and WA communities Plus an amazing annual Crawfish Boil and BBQ
Response from the owner · a year ago
We really appreciate your thoughtful words! Supporting our communities and building lasting partnerships is at the heart of what we do. Thanks for being part of that.
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Tasha Bielaga2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tasha has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
