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%74+40.4Reliability 24%60+14.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%82+5.8Craft & service penalty81−1.9Experts Score= 73Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.73SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#25 of 34 water feature installationiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 27%
4.8★★★★★119 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.79★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
7.7%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.
Cardinal Landscaping, Maintenance & Snow Removal at a glance
Google reviewers rate Cardinal Landscaping 4.8 out of 5 based on 119 reviews, with the owner responding to 92% of them. Customers frequently praise the company for punctuality, fair pricing, and effective communication regarding services like lawn mowing, landscaping projects, and seasonal maintenance. However, a small number of low-star reviews criticize the business for poor responsiveness, property damage, and confusion over whether residential snow removal is actually offered despite advertising.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 119 reviews (93% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 118 Google reviews (100 with written comments, 5 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 92% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 9, 2026.
Service: Water Feature Installation serving Lansing, Illinois.
Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.
Score profile vs other water feature installation
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.
This companyWater Feature Installation 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.Cardinal Landscaping, Maintenance & Snow Removal: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.B
74
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.Cardinal Landscaping, Maintenance & Snow Removal: 60/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.B
60
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.Cardinal Landscaping, Maintenance & Snow Removal: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
81
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.Cardinal Landscaping, Maintenance & Snow Removal: 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.Cardinal Landscaping, Maintenance & Snow Removal: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Cardinal Landscaping, Maintenance & Snow Removal: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 55.A
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Star ratings
118 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars11093%
4 stars22%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star65%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 100 written reviews
95%praise
Praise22695%
Complaints135%
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 price735%
Reasonable1365%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude5222%
Quality & results4418%
Would recommend4117%
Speed & response3314%
Price & value3013%
Communication229%
Honesty & trust177%
What customers talk about
We read 100 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“From the beginning, the process was quick, professional, and easy.”
“This is my second time hiring Cardinal Landscaping, and once again, they did an amazing job!”
“Overall horrible communication, and not doing what they were contrated for so I had to keep calling and have them come repeatedly to do the work they…”
“I highly recommend Cardinal Landscaping to anyone looking for a landscaping company that does great work and truly cares about their customers.”
“Arrived on time, completed project as to plan, and all at a fair price.”
“They’re unresponsive and they charge 10% tax on their lawn cutting/snow removal services which makes their quote seem dishonest.”
“They removed years of overgrowth,smoothed it all out and really opened up my yard and even did the seeding all at a competitive price.”
“Definitely not worth the money charged.”
“Communication is extremely important for my clients and the team here is always available!”
“I honestly had happy tears from looking at all you did.”
“My question: Why don't they remove the misleading advertisement?”
People customers mention
Job3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Cardinal Landscaping, Maintenance & Snow Removal for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
S1 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 weeks ago★★★★★
Arrived on time, completed project as to plan, and all at a fair price. Very satisfied.
Reasonable priceYard grading
Travis4 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 weeks ago★★★★★
They did a wonderful job and helped me immensely. They removed years of overgrowth,smoothed it all out and really opened up my yard and even did the seeding all at a competitive price. I have before and after pics below.
Debris removalYard gradingLot clearing
patrick6 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★★★★★
Cardinal was amazing to work with! Quick turn around on the initial quote and swift adjustments were made when asked. Communication is extremely important for my clients and the team here is always available! Would highly recommend.
Great priceLawn mowing & maintenance
Kevin2 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★★★★★
Crew came out to trim bushes at my residence.
Outstanding job and very professional.
Reasonable priceLawn mowing & maintenance
CarolynLocal Guide · 6 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★★★★★
Cardinal Landscaping mows my lawn weekly, including edging the grass and leaving no clippings behind, without fail. They even removed a pile of branches, at no charge, after severe thunderstorms and tornados. I could not recommend Cardinal Landscaping enough. More than totally satisfied with their services.
Great priceDebris removalLawn mowing & maintenance
Ingrid1 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★★★★★
This is my second time hiring Cardinal Landscaping, and once again, they did an amazing job! The first time I worked with them, I was very impressed, and this second project was just as great.
From the beginning, the process was quick, professional, and easy. They provided a clear proposal with pictures, which…
They did a wonderful job and helped me immensely. They removed years of overgrowth,smoothed it all out and really opened up my yard and even did the seeding all at a competitive price. I have before and after pics below.
Services: Debris removal, Yard grading, Lot clearing
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure working with you, and we're glad we could help bring your yard back to life. We truly appreciate your trust and support!
patrick kranz6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews patrick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Cardinal was amazing to work with! Quick turn around on the initial quote and swift adjustments were made when asked. Communication is extremely important for my clients and the team here is always available! Would highly recommend.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Lawn mowing & maintenance
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you so much! We really appreciate the kind words and your recommendation. It’s always a pleasure working with you, and we’re happy to help whenever you need us!
Kevin Dalton Sr2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Crew came out to trim bushes at my residence.
Outstanding job and very professional.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Lawn mowing & maintenance
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you for having us out! We're so happy you had a great experience with our team and love how everything turned out. We appreciate you giving us the opportunity to take care of your property!
Carolyn M (CM)Local Guide · 6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Carolyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Cardinal Landscaping mows my lawn weekly, including edging the grass and leaving no clippings behind, without fail. They even removed a pile of branches, at no charge, after severe thunderstorms and tornados. I could not recommend Cardinal Landscaping enough. More than totally satisfied with their services.
Thank you so much! We truly appreciate your continued trust in Cardinal Landscaping. Our team takes pride in keeping all of our customers’ properties looking their best and being there when our customers need an extra hand. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Cardinal Landscaping!
Ingrid Soto1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Ingrid has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This is my second time hiring Cardinal Landscaping, and once again, they did an amazing job! The first time I worked with them, I was very impressed, and this second project was just as great.
From the beginning, the process was quick, professional, and easy. They provided a clear proposal with pictures, which really helped me visualize the project before the work started. Everything turned out exactly as I hoped and looked even better once it was completed.
The quality of their work, attention to detail, and customer service are excellent. They were professional, efficient, and made the whole experience very easy.
I highly recommend Cardinal Landscaping to anyone looking for a landscaping company that does great work and truly cares about their customers. I’m very happy with the results and will definitely hire them again.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
We truly appreciate you coming back to Cardinal Landscaping! Thank you for the wonderful review and for recognizing our team’s hard work. We’re grateful for your business and look forward to the next project!
Maria JosephLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Maria has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I’ve had lawn care services with Cardinal Landscaping for over 3 years. I have found that the services provided - mowing, maintenance of shrubbery and plants, seeding if the lawn- is done in a timely fashion. Through their care, my lawn has gone from weeds to a lush green. Oz and Yamie are responsive to my calls and Oz is always open to my concerns and suggestions. Cardinal workers also buried drain pipes competently and efficiently. I am pleased with their service.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Mulching, Lawn mowing & maintenance, Yard drainage, Yard work
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you for trusting Cardinal Landscaping for the past 3 years! We’re grateful for your continued business and so happy to hear you’ve been pleased with our work. We truly appreciate you!
Candice Perry2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Candice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Oz and Company have done an Exceptional Job thus far since signing up for their services about 5 months ago. Prices are fair, they report on schedule every week, even respond to take care of certain requests last minute with ease no hassle. Highly Recommended in my Book✅‼️
Services: Debris removal, Lawn mowing & maintenance, Yard work
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you so much for the kind words and support! We truly appreciate it.