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 55%57+31.1Reliability 24%38+9.2Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%93+6.6Craft & service penalty0−10Experts Score= 51Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.51SCORE
CGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#56 of 57 mulching servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 2%
4.5★★★★★43 Google reviews · 24 photos
86%five-star reviews
4.67★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 frequently cite professional work, punctuality, and clear communication as key positives, noting that the company handles diverse services like irrigation repairs, sod installation, and full yard redesigns with attention to detail and fair pricing. However, several low-star reviews highlight a recurring criticism regarding unreturned calls and unresponsiveness when scheduling quotes or inspections. Some dissatisfied clients also reported experiencing rude interactions with staff during pricing discussions, which contrasted with the generally positive feedback about the quality of labor performed.
Google rating: 4.5 out of 5 from 43 reviews (86% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 43 Google reviews (36 with written comments, 6 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 79% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 8, 2026.
Service: Mulching Service serving Yuba City, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.
Score profile vs other mulching services
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: value and momentum; weakest: craft & service.
Barrow's Landscaping, Inc.Mulching Services 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.Barrow's Landscaping, Inc.: 57/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.C
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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.Barrow's Landscaping, Inc.: 38/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.D
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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.Barrow's Landscaping, Inc.: 0/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.F
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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.Barrow's Landscaping, Inc.: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Barrow's Landscaping, Inc.: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Barrow's Landscaping, Inc.: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
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Star ratings
43 Google reviews we collected
4.5of 5
5 stars3786%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars12%
1 star512%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 36 written reviews
94%praise
Praise7294%
Complaints56%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price338%
Reasonable563%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude1722%
Quality & results1621%
Speed & response1216%
Would recommend1216%
Communication810%
Price & value810%
Honesty & trust45%
What customers talk about
We read 36 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“From the initial design and bid to the finished project, they were professional, efficient, dependable, and kept us informed every step of the way.”
“We had an exceptional experience with Barrow’s Landscaping!”
“Gene Barrow is responsive and professional and any issues that arise like a broken sprinkler or tree root issue is handled promptly and without delay.”
“We would highly recommend Barrow’s Landscaping to anyone looking for a landscaping company.”
“They were timely, communicative, and delivered exactly what they promised.”
“…retain employee's I found their timetables and completion dates to be reasonable.…”
“Left a message and didn’t receive a call back to schedule a quote.”
“ark's quotes to be in line with the market's pricing and Barrow's is up front on the cost of any additions throughout the project if you wish to make…”
People customers mention
Kelly3 reviews
Barrows3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Barrow's Landscaping, Inc. for 6 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
SSusan4 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
We had an exceptional experience with Barrow’s Landscaping! The amount of work they completed throughout both our front and backyard in just 8 working days was incredibly impressive.
From the initial design and bid to the finished project, they were professional, efficient, dependable, and kept us informed every…
Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenanceInstallationSod installation
BBlake3 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. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★
Great customer service and fair pricing. Quick, clean and professional work. I will be using them for all my future landscaping needs.
Great priceIrrigation system repair & maintenanceInstallation
AAnnekaLocal Guide · 19 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 months ago★★★★★
Gene is awesome! He helped me work out the guys coming earlier than usual to make our schedule work! This companies work shows and they’re worth it!!
JJessica4 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
After to the home insurance, Barrow’s is the second best thing we budget for our home. Joel and all crew members are professional, meticulous and tidy. They are detail oriented with high standards and a high degree of care for the entire property. We’ve worked with them for 13+ years and I can’t imagine ever finding…
Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenanceSod installationLawn mowing & maintenance
CCarol10 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Barrows Landscaping was amazing. They delivered above and beyond my expectations starting from designing my backyard to completion. I was thrilled with Kelly's landscape planning. They replaced all the irrigations, spruced up my existing river to look like new, leveled the backyard to extend my patio space and…
Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenanceInstallation
CCarrie8 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Barrow's does a great job. Love all the installation and updating they have done for me.
We had an exceptional experience with Barrow’s Landscaping! The amount of work they completed throughout both our front and backyard in just 8 working days was incredibly impressive.
From the initial design and bid to the finished project, they were professional, efficient, dependable, and kept us informed every step of the way. They were also very clean and respectful of our property throughout the entire project. They delivered everything they promised—and then some. We especially appreciated working with a local company that has been established and successful for many years.
We would highly recommend Barrow’s Landscaping to anyone looking for a landscaping company. They were hardworking, professional, and truly cared about doing a great job. Our yard looks amazing, and we couldn’t be happier!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance, Installation, Sod installation
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Blake Kelly3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Blake has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Left a message and didn’t receive a call back to schedule a quote.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Hi Kristin, we have checked all phone systems and emails. We do not have any messages or contact points with you. We are open M-F 8am to 5pm that we personally pickup our phone calls and have a staffed office to pickup our phone lines. Not sure when you called or who you left a message with. Let us know.
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Anneka TurnerLocal Guide · 19 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Anneka has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Gene is awesome! He helped me work out the guys coming earlier than usual to make our schedule work! This companies work shows and they’re worth it!!
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thanks so much for the awesome review! Glad we could make the schedule work and get the crew out there earlier for you. We really appreciate you trusting us with your project and taking the time to share your experience. Thanks again for the kind words!
- Gene 😊
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Jessica Barrie4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
After to the home insurance, Barrow’s is the second best thing we budget for our home. Joel and all crew members are professional, meticulous and tidy. They are detail oriented with high standards and a high degree of care for the entire property. We’ve worked with them for 13+ years and I can’t imagine ever finding anyone else like them! Gene Barrow is responsive and professional and any issues that arise like a broken sprinkler or tree root issue is handled promptly and without delay.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance, Sod installation, Lawn mowing & maintenance, Weed control, Service not listed
Response from the owner · a month ago
Jessica, it was such a please to take care of you home for so many years. Good luck on your new adventures!
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Carol Walters10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Carol has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Barrows Landscaping was amazing. They delivered above and beyond my expectations starting from designing my backyard to completion. I was thrilled with Kelly's landscape planning. They replaced all the irrigations, spruced up my existing river to look like new, leveled the backyard to extend my patio space and built a beautiful retaining wall. They were very receptive to any changes and offered great suggestions. Tristan came back to adjust a few minor things. De, the cement and masonry person was amazing. Gene, the owner, always answered my emails.
The whole crew tidied up afterwards and made sure I was pleased with all the work. Everyone was very professional and pleasant. I highly recommend Barrow's Landscaping and will not hesitate to have them do any additional jobs in the future!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance, Installation
Response from the owner · a month ago
This project was so fun. Thank you for working with us and allowing us to help you get the project completed!!!
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Carrie Pederson8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Carrie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I called around other landscape businesses and needed 12 rolls of sod for a project and everyone turned me away and said I needed to buy a whole pallet worth. I called BARROWS landscape and was told I could come pick up my 12 rolls right now. Tristen and Edgar were quick to stop doing what they were doing to
help me load up the rolls in the back of my truck.
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janet martin6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews janet has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The crew from Barrow’s planted a large tree and some 1 gallon plants in my front yard. They also moved two established plants and their corresponding drip irrigation. The work was done with care to both the plants and my landscape. When the work was completed, the site was completely cleaned up. My front landscape looks fantastic!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance, Installation
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Palen Hansen-Vise2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Palen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Mark and his team are great to work with. They are very responsive and knowledgeable and helped us out in Plumas Lake. They installed a sprinkler system and a drip line system. Our front yard looks amazing.
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance, Installation, Sod installation
