Possum YoungLocal Guide · 43 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Possum has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GooglePrices are spot on and the guy at the counter super knowledgeable
Colian's Stone Pit
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 64%52+33Reliability 28%29+8.2Replies to reviews 8%17+1.4Experts Score= 43Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.43SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#13 of 19 gravel installation servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 33%
4.6 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews
87%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
15%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.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review
Colian's Stone Pit at a glance
Google reviewers rate Colian's Stone Pit 4.6 out of 5 based on 38 reviews, highlighting knowledgeable staff, competitive pricing, and prompt delivery of landscaping supplies like stone and block. Customers frequently praise the friendly service and product quality for projects such as patios and retaining walls. However, low-star reviews indicate recurring issues with poor communication regarding order status and inventory availability, alongside one complaint about a significant price discrepancy for river rock.
- Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 38 reviews (87% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 38 Google reviews (19 with written comments).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
- Most recent review: September 3, 2026.
- Service: Gravel Installation Service serving Youngstown, Ohio.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other gravel installation 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 satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.
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.Colian's Stone Pit: 52/100 on this factor. Category median: 61.C
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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.Colian's Stone Pit: 29/100 on this factor. Category median: 48.D
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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: 49.–
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 81.–
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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.Colian's Stone Pit: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Colian's Stone Pit: 17/100 on this factor. Category median: 26.F
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Star ratings
38 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars3387%
- 4 stars13%
- 3 stars13%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star38%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 19 written reviews
- Praise2195%
- Complaints15%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude941%
- Price & value732%
- Speed & response418%
- Quality & results15%
- Honesty & trust15%
What customers talk about
We read 19 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Prices are spot on and the guy at the counter super knowledgeable”
“Great price on stone .”
“Prompt delivery with great prices.”
“Excellent job”
“Tony and his crew are efficient and reliable.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
JesseLocal Guide · 119 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 year ago★
Couldn't tell you how the place is. Wanted to order fill dirt called them said would call me back when driver got back and no call so called elsewhere guess they don't need the money.
charlesLocal Guide · 45 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 year ago★
Was on my way to pick up and called half way there was told they sold it a couple days ago
AndrewLocal Guide · 58 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★★★★★
Great people to deal with. Order retaining wall block and got everything in same week.
Daniel12 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 years ago★★★★★
I own a small landcare business so im in there quite often. Nice selection of stone, block, mulch, etc. Always treat me well. A good family owned business.
Betty10 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 years ago★★★★★
Great resource for landscape stone/supplies. Tony and his crew are efficient and reliable. Very satisfied with their service!!
Fred5 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 years ago★
I bought #4 river rock on Friday 9/10/22 for a price of $56.00 per ton. I ran out and needed more. I checked with Shelly materials in Alliance. They charged $31.10 per yard. When I called Colians to complain they simply stated The price went up a month ago. I was overcharged 25.10 ton @ 3.74 tons. I overpaid because…
Customer reviews
4.6 ★★★★★ 38 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
Jesse E. Smart IIILocal Guide · 119 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jesse has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleCouldn't tell you how the place is. Wanted to order fill dirt called them said would call me back when driver got back and no call so called elsewhere guess they don't need the money.
charles jacksonLocal Guide · 45 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews charles has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWas on my way to pick up and called half way there was told they sold it a couple days ago
Keaton VegaLocal Guide · 113 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Keaton has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat guys. Prompt delivery with great prices.
Denzil MayleLocal Guide · 204 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Denzil has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat nice people
Andrew WarbucksLocal Guide · 58 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andrew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat people to deal with. Order retaining wall block and got everything in same week.
James CoxLocal Guide · 114 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGood selection of different gravels and landscaping stones.
Daniel Cronin12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Daniel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI own a small landcare business so im in there quite often. Nice selection of stone, block, mulch, etc. Always treat me well. A good family owned business.
Betty Leone10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Betty has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat resource for landscape stone/supplies. Tony and his crew are efficient and reliable. Very satisfied with their service!!
Nelson BurkholderLocal Guide · 571 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nelson has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleExcellent job
Business details
- Address: 7450 Salem-Unity Rd, Salem, OH 44460
- Phone: (330) 337-9505
- Website: colianslandscape.com
- Service area: Youngstown, OH