Paving contractor · Killeen, TX · reviewed since 2022
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 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%95+24.8Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 98Not 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.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#1 of 23 paving contractorsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 100%
5.0★★★★★51 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare 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 consistently praise Bishop Paving for its punctuality, professional communication, and reasonable pricing on asphalt driveway projects. Reviewers highlight the crew's efficiency, attention to detail, and willingness to address additional needs without extra charges. With a perfect five-star rating from fifty-one reviews, the company maintains a strong reputation for reliable service and high-quality workmanship in the Killeen area.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 51 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 51 Google reviews (43 with written comments, 8 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 92% of reviews.
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: reliability.
Bishop PavingPaving Contractors 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.Bishop Paving: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
99
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.Bishop Paving: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 75.A
95
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.Bishop Paving: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.A
96
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.Bishop Paving: 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.Bishop Paving: 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 78.–
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Star ratings
51 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars51100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 43 written reviews
100%praise
Praise94100%
Complaints00%
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 price480%
Reasonable120%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Quality & results3032%
Would recommend1617%
Speed & response1213%
Price & value1213%
Staff & attitude1112%
Honesty & trust89%
Communication55%
What customers talk about
We read 43 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The pavement quality is top-notch, and the crew was professional, efficient, and easy to work with.”
“I highly recommend this company for all your paving needs.”
“The price was very reasonable and they finished in a timely manner.”
“Called Bishop Paving for an asphalt driveway overlay and it was done the following week, no run around no nonsense, reasonable cost, down to earth crew.”
“The workers were very easy to work with and exceptionally polite.”
“James was great to work with—he was responsive, honest about the scope and pricing, and took the time to answer all of my questions.”
“I have used him on a couple of jobs and does wonderful work along with excellent communication with the customer.”
People customers mention
James9 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Bishop Paving for 6 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
CCassLocal Guide · 27 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 month ago★★★★★
Called Bishop Paving for an asphalt driveway overlay and it was done the following week, no run around no nonsense, reasonable cost, down to earth crew. Rare headache-free property update, glad I called them!
KKimLocal 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. · a month ago★★★★★
Bishop paving did an excellent job for us!
The workers were very easy to work with and exceptionally polite.
The price was very reasonable and they finished in a timely manner.
I highly recommend this company for all your paving needs.
Great priceAsphalt resurfacing
CCary12 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★★★★★
James Bishop paving always does a great job. I have used him on a couple of jobs and does wonderful work along with excellent communication with the customer.
VVictor1 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
I had my driveway done by Bishop Paving and I’m impressed. The pavement quality is top-notch, and the crew was professional, efficient, and easy to work with. Highly recommend them if you want it done right
HHakLocal Guide · 11 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. · Edited 8 months ago★★★★★
I recently had my asphalt driveway installed by James and his team, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth, professional, and well-organized.
James was great to work with—he was responsive, honest about the scope and pricing, and took the time to answer all…
Reasonable priceDriveway replacement
CClay3 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★
Bishop paving did a FANTASTIC job on my driveway approaches. They were on time, on budget and super easy to deal with. I highly recommend Bishop Paving for your paving needs!
Thank you for taking the time to share your 5-star rating with us. We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied with our efforts, as our team consistently strives to deliver top-quality results. Your positive feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.
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JAGGER COOPER6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews JAGGER has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thank you so much for the five-star rating and the positive feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you were pleased with our team's performance, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.
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Cass HeckerLocal Guide · 27 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Cass has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Called Bishop Paving for an asphalt driveway overlay and it was done the following week, no run around no nonsense, reasonable cost, down to earth crew. Rare headache-free property update, glad I called them!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear that your driveway overlay was completed so quickly and without any hassle. Providing reasonable pricing and a straightforward, stress-free experience is always our goal, and our crew will be happy to know their hard work made a difference. We truly appreciate your business and hope you enjoy your newly updated property.
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Kim ThomasLocal Guide · 17 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Bishop paving did an excellent job for us!
The workers were very easy to work with and exceptionally polite.
The price was very reasonable and they finished in a timely manner.
I highly recommend this company for all your paving needs.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Asphalt resurfacing
Material: Asphalt
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much for your kind words and the five-star rating. We are delighted to hear that our team provided polite service, reasonable pricing, and completed your paving project on schedule. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we look forward to assisting you with any future paving projects.
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bw jones2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews bw has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
James and crew did a great job!
Highly recommend their service!
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback regarding your experience with James and his crew. We are thrilled to hear that they did such a great job and that you highly recommend our services. Providing top-quality care is our primary goal, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.
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Cary Rabb12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Cary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
James Bishop paving always does a great job. I have used him on a couple of jobs and does wonderful work along with excellent communication with the customer.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback regarding your experience with our services. We take great pride in delivering high-quality paving work and maintaining clear, consistent communication with our clients across every project. Knowing that we have earned your trust and repeat business is incredibly rewarding, and we look forward to assisting you with any future paving needs.
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Victor Tovar Torres1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Victor has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had my driveway done by Bishop Paving and I’m impressed. The pavement quality is top-notch, and the crew was professional, efficient, and easy to work with. Highly recommend them if you want it done right
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback regarding your new driveway. We are thrilled to hear that you are impressed with the top-notch quality of our pavement and that our crew delivered a professional, efficient, and seamless experience. Providing reliable, high-quality workmanship is always our main goal, and we truly appreciate your recommendation of Bishop Paving.
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HakLocal Guide · 11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Hak has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I recently had my asphalt driveway installed by James and his team, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth, professional, and well-organized.
James was great to work with—he was responsive, honest about the scope and pricing, and took the time to answer all of my questions. His crew showed up on time, worked efficiently, and paid attention to the details to make sure everything was done right. The finished driveway looks fantastic and really improved the overall appearance of my home.
What stood out most was their professionalism, quality workmanship, and commitment to doing the job properly rather than rushing through it. It’s clear they take pride in their work.
I highly recommend James and his company to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality asphalt work. Great experience all around!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Driveway replacement
Material: Asphalt
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful five-star review and for highlighting the professionalism of James and the entire crew. We are thrilled to hear that the asphalt driveway installation went so smoothly, from our initial communication to the timely and detailed execution of the project. Delivering high-quality workmanship and taking the time to ensure a beautiful, lasting finish is always our top priority, and knowing that we enhanced your home's appearance is incredibly rewarding. We truly appreciate your recommendation and the opportunity to work with you.
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Clay Gunn3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Clay has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Bishop paving did a FANTASTIC job on my driveway approaches. They were on time, on budget and super easy to deal with. I highly recommend Bishop Paving for your paving needs!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Asphalt paving & repair
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback regarding your new driveway approaches. We are thrilled to hear that our team delivered punctual, budget-friendly, and seamless service for your project. Your strong recommendation means a great deal to us, and we look forward to assisting you with any future paving needs.
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Jeff McAllisterLocal Guide · 29 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jeff has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I discovered Bishop Paving through their signage at my chiropractor’s office and was impressed with the work they had done there. I needed a new 6,100 sq. ft. driveway and had a large pile of excavation debris, and they gave me a fair price for both. Of all the quotes I received, theirs was reasonable, and the quality of their work was excellent. They prepped in one day, paved the next, and spent two days hauling away dirt and rock. The crew was professional, friendly, accommodating with my requests, and delivered outstanding results.
