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Carteret Lawn & Landscape

Landscaper · Morehead City, NC · reviewed since 2024

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 55%72+39.3Reliability 24%72+17.5Value 14%84+11.9Replies to reviews 7%93+6.6Experts Score= 75Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.75SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#17 of 23 outdoor living servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 27%
4.7 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · 7 photos
87%five-star reviews
4.77★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.9%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
98%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review

Carteret Lawn & Landscape at a glance

Google reviewers rate Carteret Lawn & Landscape 4.7 out of 5 based on 45 reviews, noting the owner replies to 98% of feedback. Clients frequently praise the company for its punctuality, clear communication, and professional maintenance of residential and commercial properties. Services include lawn care, landscaping installations, and snow removal, with customers often citing reasonable pricing and attention to detail. The primary criticism involves unsafe driving behavior and aggressive interactions with other motorists during service visits.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 45 reviews (87% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 45 Google reviews (31 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 1, 2026.
  • Service: Outdoor Living Service serving Morehead City, North Carolina.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other outdoor living services

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: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction72Reliability72Craft & service–Value84Momentum100Replies to reviews93Satisfaction: 72 (median 88)Reliability: 72 (median 83)Value: 84 (median 96)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 93 (median 78)
Carteret Lawn & LandscapeOutdoor Living Services 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.Carteret Lawn & Landscape: 72/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.B
72
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.Carteret Lawn & Landscape: 72/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.B
72
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 94.–
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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.Carteret Lawn & Landscape: 84/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
84
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.Carteret Lawn & Landscape: 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.Carteret Lawn & Landscape: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 78.A
93

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Star ratings

45 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars3987%
  • 4 stars37%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars12%
  • 1 star24%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 31 written reviews

  • Praise44100%
  • Complaints00%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price214%
  • Reasonable1071%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure214%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1227%
  • Quality & results1023%
  • Speed & response920%
  • Price & value49%
  • Communication37%
  • Honesty & trust37%
  • Would recommend37%

What customers talk about

We read 31 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “They’re reliable, professional, and always pay attention to the details.”
  • “They do a great job maintaining my business property.”
  • “They’re quick to get back with me if I have a concern or question.”
  • “Their team finished it in a couple of hours, saving me a ton of time, and the cost was more than reasonable.”
  • “Easy to communicate with and their work is excellent”
  • “They are reliable, professional and provide outstanding service.”
  • “We highly recommend their services!”

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Carteret Lawn & Landscape for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

Mark8 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★★★★★

Great company and pleasant staff to work with. They can handle most anything you could ever need when it comes to lawns and landscaping. Great experience.

Lawn careLawn mowing & maintenance
Aubrey5 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

We can’t say enough about Carteret Lawn & Landscape! They keep our dental office property looking beautiful, well-maintained, and welcoming for our patients. They’re reliable, professional, and always pay attention to the details. We highly recommend their services!

Bill5 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

We have worked with Carteret Lawn for over 20 years and find his employees to be very knowledgeable, professional and hard working. We appreciate their services greatly!

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
Judy14 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Six years of service and Carteret Lawn has been a pleasure to work with. Easy to communicate with and their work is excellent We are pleased!!

Lawn careGroundskeepingLandscaping maintenance
Madelyn2 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. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

They do a great job maintaining my business property. They’re quick to get back with me if I have a concern or question. Highly recommend!

Pam1 reviewTotal 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 months ago★★★★★

We have great service. Our team's main objective is to please us. We are very satisfied!

Reasonable priceLawn landscapingLawn careMulching

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 45 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Mark Yost8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great company and pleasant staff to work with. They can handle most anything you could ever need when it comes to lawns and landscaping. Great experience.

  • Services: Lawn care, Lawn mowing & maintenance
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much! -Michael A.

Aubrey Myers5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Aubrey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We can’t say enough about Carteret Lawn & Landscape! They keep our dental office property looking beautiful, well-maintained, and welcoming for our patients. They’re reliable, professional, and always pay attention to the details. We highly recommend their services!

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you so much for your kind words! Our team loves keeping your property beautiful and welcoming. We appreciate your recommendation! -Michael A.

Bill Laughinghouse5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We have worked with Carteret Lawn for over 20 years and find his employees to be very knowledgeable, professional and hard working. We appreciate their services greatly!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you so much for the kind words Bill, we have loved serving you over the past 20 years! -Michael A.

Judy Payne14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Judy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Six years of service and Carteret Lawn has been a pleasure to work with. Easy to communicate with and their work is excellent We are pleased!!

  • Services: Lawn care, Groundskeeping, Landscaping maintenance
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you so much for the kind words Judy! -Michael A.

Madelyn Shore2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Madelyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They do a great job maintaining my business property. They’re quick to get back with me if I have a concern or question. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner · 9 months ago

Thank you Madelyn!

Pam1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Pam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We have great service. Our team's main objective is to please us. We are very satisfied!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Lawn landscaping, Lawn care, Mulching, Landscaping maintenance, Lawn mowing & maintenance
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you so much for the kind words! -Michael A.

Ryan CLocal Guide · 66 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ryan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Their drivers are super dangerous. Can't maintain their lanes or speed. Then they have no issues rolling the window down and telling you to "pull over and handle it" while at a stop light. Shows a true lack of professionalism and sheer safety concerns for anyone on the road.

Conan McClain4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Conan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Applied a Tabby Stucco finish to a large fireplace and chimney. Great craftsmanship.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you so much for the kind words Conan! -Michael A.

David Cooke3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

What an awesome team to work with. From the estimate to the installation, the project was perfect and completed in a timely manner. The crew kept a clean and safe worksite. A fine company!!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Rock landscaping
Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you so much David for the 5-stars and the kind words! This was a fun project for us! -Michael A.

Zapp Racing5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Zapp has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Thank you for your help clearing the snow during the historic snow event in Carteret County (February 2026)!!!

Response from the owner · 8 months ago

Glad we could be there for our community! Thank you for the kind words! -Michael A.

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