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Cresco Equipment Rentals

Equipment rental agency · Pittsburg, CA · reviewed since 2015

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%73+46.4Reliability 28%74+20.9Replies to reviews 8%4+0.3Experts Score= 68Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.68SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#23 of 38 backhoe servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 41%
4.7 ★★★★★ 145 Google reviews · 5 photos
81%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%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
Aug 2026latest review

Cresco Equipment Rentals at a glance

Google reviewers rate Cresco Equipment Rentals 4.7 out of 5 based on 145 reviews, frequently praising the staff's friendliness, knowledge, and efficient service. Customers describe the equipment as well-maintained and note fair pricing for various construction and DIY projects. However, low-star reviews highlight issues with equipment reliability and a lack of accountability when rented items fail, with one customer reporting that the company refused to take responsibility for a defective machine.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 145 reviews (81% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 145 Google reviews (98 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 11, 2026.
  • Service: Backhoe Service serving Pittsburg, California.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other backhoe 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 reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction73Reliability74Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews4Satisfaction: 73 (median 75)Reliability: 74 (median 77)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 4 (median 26)
Cresco Equipment RentalsBackhoe 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.Cresco Equipment Rentals: 73/100 on this factor. Category median: 75.B
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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.Cresco Equipment Rentals: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.B
74
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.–
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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.–
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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.Cresco Equipment Rentals: 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.Cresco Equipment Rentals: 4/100 on this factor. Category median: 26.F
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Star ratings

145 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars11781%
  • 4 stars2014%
  • 3 stars32%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star43%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 98 written reviews

  • Praise8698%
  • Complaints22%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude4147%
  • Quality & results1315%
  • Speed & response1214%
  • Price & value1113%
  • Would recommend67%
  • Honesty & trust33%
  • Communication22%

What customers talk about

We read 98 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Amazingly helpful guys on staff, funny, real, great energy that is contagious.”
  • “As always, the staff provided exceptional service and support.”
  • “Quick and easy way to get heavy equipment for all your diy ranch projects lawn,plumbing ect.”
  • “Prices are fair and it's right by the entrance and exit of the freeway.”
  • “I highly recommend this place for all your rental needs.”
  • “Nature Builder Landscape Construction LLC counts on Cresco Equipment Rental for reliable equipment.”
  • “Carlos and Devon assisted me when I picked up the heater and walked me through the steps of operation.”

People customers mention

  • Jim 3 reviews
  • Hill 3 reviews

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

Recent reviews

EdLocal Guide · 149 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Awesome, I thought I needed a trailer at the last minute to help a friend get his motorcycle home. While they were helping me get the right hitch. I got a call that trailer not needed. I felt bad but they were gracious!!! Great people!!! I will be back!!! Thank you guys.

JoshLocal Guide · 20 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Amazingly helpful guys on staff, funny, real, great energy that is contagious. My new go to place for any rentals strictly based on interactions with them. Equipment also ran perfectly so that’s a plus

Heriberto7 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★

DON’T buy any equipment from them, I just bought a new machine, and I didn’t use it more than 15 minutes, and stopped working, I take it back hoping get it fixed or get my money back, no hope, they treat me like a joke, don’t want to take responsibility about the problem.

Ethan10 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★★★★★

Renting tools and equipment here is a breeze. The staff is fantastic, and Jim really stands out for his expertise, and is very helpful. I highly recommend this place for all your rental needs.

FlexLocal Guide · 10 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★★★★★

Easy fast and convenient. Great customer service. Prices are fair and it's right by the entrance and exit of the freeway..!!

JakubLocal Guide · 16 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★★★★★

Big shout out to James. Outstanding customer service and customer care. I highly recommend this location.

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 145 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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

Team members customers mention
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Ed “Big Ed” BeriniLocal Guide · 149 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ed has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Awesome, I thought I needed a trailer at the last minute to help a friend get his motorcycle home. While they were helping me get the right hitch. I got a call that trailer not needed. I felt bad but they were gracious!!! Great people!!! I will be back!!! Thank you guys.

Josh BartonLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Josh has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Amazingly helpful guys on staff, funny, real, great energy that is contagious. My new go to place for any rentals strictly based on interactions with them. Equipment also ran perfectly so that’s a plus

Heriberto Vasquez7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Heriberto has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

DON’T buy any equipment from them, I just bought a new machine, and I didn’t use it more than 15 minutes, and stopped working, I take it back hoping get it fixed or get my money back, no hope, they treat me like a joke, don’t want to take responsibility about the problem.

José DuharteLocal Guide · 126 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews José has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Regresé y recibí un trato muy bueno !!

Ethan Dove10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ethan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Renting tools and equipment here is a breeze. The staff is fantastic, and Jim really stands out for his expertise, and is very helpful. I highly recommend this place for all your rental needs.

Flex PaintingsLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Flex has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Easy fast and convenient. Great customer service. Prices are fair and it's right by the entrance and exit of the freeway..!!

Jakub GruszczynskiLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jakub has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Big shout out to James. Outstanding customer service and customer care. I highly recommend this location.

Jd BenceLocal Guide · 32 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jd has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Only place il ever go. Go see the guys for any rental needs.open mon threw sat

Tree JLocal Guide · 115 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tree has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Jimmy and team are the best I've worked with! Super friendly, helpful, great value, they have all the things. Shoot... I come here for the team spirit!

ROA CellblockLocal Guide · 101 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews ROA has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This was my second rental from the Cresco located in Pleasant Hill. As always, the staff provided exceptional service and support. I rented the SUNFIRE SF80 Portable Radiant Heater to heat the backyard for an outdoor party. Carlos and Devon assisted me when I picked up the heater and walked me through the steps of operation. Once I got the heater home, I had to call Cresco to troubleshoot the heater. Devon took the time to help and stayed on the phone until I was able to get the heater to start. Unfortunately, the heater was too loud and served as a distraction at the party. After 10 minutes, we turned it off and it served as a conversation piece throughout the night. On Monday, I returned the heater and spoke with Jimmy at the front desk. After explaining that we were unable to use the heater, Jimmy empathized with me and waived the rental fees. Talk about customer service. I will definitely support this local business in the future and appreciate the professionalism of the staff from start to finish.

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