Blackford Inc

Concrete contractor · Des Moines, IA · reviewed since 2022

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 59%98+57.5Reliability 26%94+24.5Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 97Not 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.97SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#5 of 33 paving contractorsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 88%
5.0 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · 20 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
11%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Blackford Inc at a glance

Google reviewers rate Blackford Inc. five stars based on thirty-five reviews, with the owner responding to eleven percent of them. Customers frequently cite punctuality, responsive communication, and competitive pricing for asphalt sealing, crack repair, and parking lot maintenance services. Recurring themes include fast turnaround times, professional conduct, and respect for property, with no negative feedback patterns identified in the provided excerpts.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 35 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 35 Google reviews (33 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 11% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 6, 2026.
  • Service: Paving Contractor serving Des Moines, Iowa.

Data from Google, last updated November 8, 2026.

Score profile vs other paving contractors

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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction98Reliability94Craft & service95Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 98 (median 88)Reliability: 94 (median 81)Craft & service: 95 (median 89)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Blackford IncPaving Contractors 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.Blackford Inc: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
98
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.Blackford Inc: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.A
94
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.Blackford Inc: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
95
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.Blackford Inc: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Blackford Inc: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 80.–
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Star ratings

35 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars35100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 33 written reviews

  • Praise51100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results1631%
  • Speed & response1020%
  • Staff & attitude816%
  • Would recommend816%
  • Price & value510%
  • Communication36%
  • Honesty & trust12%

What customers talk about

We read 33 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “He always does a quality job, is reasonably priced, responsive, easy to communicate with and a straight shooter!”
  • “Contacted them about driveway sealing and they came out and completed the work the next day!”
  • “Great asphalt work and they were super friendly and professional.”
  • “I highly recommend Blackford Inc if you are looking for sealcoating.”
  • “They work fast, fair price, and always make sure that we are happy with their work”
  • “Explained everything being done, showed up as scheduled and did a great job.”
  • “Kirk is professional, honest, and kind.”

People customers mention

  • Kirk 8 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

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Recent reviews

valLocal Guide · 24 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. · a month ago★★★★★

Wow! Contacted them about driveway sealing and they came out and completed the work the next day! Would recommend!

Driveway sealing
Tom4 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

I called on may 27th. Talked to Kirk. He stopped by later and gave a quote and said he could do it the next day, don't know how I got so lucky. 24 hours later my driveway is sealed and looks beautiful.

JLocal Guide · 15 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 years ago★★★★★

I needed the cracks in my concrete driveway and sidewalks sealed…I contacted Kirk at Blackford, Inc. and he was very responsive to my phone call by immediately responding via text that evening. He assured me he would follow up with me in a couple of days and he did! Kirk and his crew were amazing! Kirk is…

Rose7 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 years ago★★★★★

Blackford Inc. they did a excellent job on my driveway. I would recommend them to anyone.

LaVeda3 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 years ago★★★★★

Black Ford Inc. Did a great job.I will refer them to all my friends and relatives.

Rick6 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 years ago★★★★★

Our HOA has used Kirk with Blackford on several occasions for maintenance on our asphalt parking lot. He always does a quality job, is reasonably priced, responsive, easy to communicate with and a straight shooter!

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 35 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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val veiockLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews val has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Wow! Contacted them about driveway sealing and they came out and completed the work the next day! Would recommend!

  • Services: Driveway sealing
Tom McDonald4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tom has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I called on may 27th. Talked to Kirk. He stopped by later and gave a quote and said he could do it the next day, don't know how I got so lucky. 24 hours later my driveway is sealed and looks beautiful.

J WilliamsLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews J has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I needed the cracks in my concrete driveway and sidewalks sealed…I contacted Kirk at Blackford, Inc. and he was very responsive to my phone call by immediately responding via text that evening. He assured me he would follow up with me in a couple of days and he did! Kirk and his crew were amazing! Kirk is professional, honest, and kind. I will utilize his company again!

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Thankyou I appreciate the compliment and am always happy to help.

Rose Milosevic7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rose has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Blackford Inc. they did a excellent job on my driveway. I would recommend them to anyone.

LaVeda Mae Grunwald3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews LaVeda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Black Ford Inc. Did a great job.I will refer them to all my friends and relatives.

Rick Shaneyfelt6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Our HOA has used Kirk with Blackford on several occasions for maintenance on our asphalt parking lot. He always does a quality job, is reasonably priced, responsive, easy to communicate with and a straight shooter!

Marilyn Culver4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marilyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We were very pleased with their work. Gave us great advice, very happy! Thanks Blackford.

Response from the owner · 2 years ago

Your Very Welcome and Thanks for chosing us.

Josh Ryther5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Josh has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We contacted Kirk with Blackford for our gigantic asphalt parking lot in Newton, Iowa. He is responsive to texts and phone calls. They show up when they say they will and do the work above and beyond what we expected. We have used Blackford multiple times now and plan to continue using them in the future. They have even provided additional connections for contractors we need to do other work on our lot.

Nancy1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Nancy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Kirk was recommended to us by a mutual friend last fall when we mentioned we needed our asphalt parking lot redone. Blackford did a wonderful job. Now Kirk keeps an eye on our property and lets us know when we need some work done. Quality work for a good price.

Dustin Hardin1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Dustin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent job and would highly recommend.

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