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DMZ HAIR SALON logoHow 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%82+44.7Reliability 24%73+17.7Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%9+0.6Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 77Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.77SCORE

DMZ HAIR SALON

Takoma Park, MD · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #43Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 57 wedding hair stylists · 4.8★ from 613 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other wedding hair stylists (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: 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.DMZ HAIR SALON is better than 82% of wedding hair stylists.A
82
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.DMZ HAIR SALON is better than 73% of wedding hair stylists.B
73
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle 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.DMZ HAIR SALON is better than 97% of wedding hair stylists.A
97
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.DMZ HAIR SALON is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises 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.DMZ HAIR SALON is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.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.DMZ HAIR SALON is better than 9% of wedding hair stylists.F
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Customers hired DMZ HAIR SALON for 8 kinds of job.

DMZ HAIR SALON for braids

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.85
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.96
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$200+
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$83–$246
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 92/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Braids”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#1 / 4

All 85 Google reviews tagged “Braids” · showing 20

Rac1 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Excellent service

BraidsHair straighteningHairstyling
Dawn4 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Mid day walk in, showed them the hairstyle, they said yes. I was nervous because I hadn’t heard about them. Baby, my braided did an amazing job and was so gentle on my edges. I absolutely love the style and it only took 2 hours. I also purchased hair and it is good quality and soft. I’m coming back in a month.

Paid $200+Braids
Shani3 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★★★★★

Great experience loveddd my hair!!!!

Paid $100–120BraidsHair extensions
Devin6 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★★★★★

I enjoy my experience here at DMZ. They are very great people with fast service. Liyu was the lady attending me and she was great. Couldn’t ask for better. Thank you.

Paid $80–100Braids
Tamia11 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★★★★★

Service was excellent, How my hair was washed braided and taken care of I will definitely be back

BraidsHair straighteningHairstyling
jeremiahLocal Guide · 13 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★★★★★

I took my two daughters to DMZ Hair Salon and Braiding in Silver Spring for boho knotless braids and box braids, and I am beyond grateful for the experience we had. The stylists were so patient and gentle with my girls, constantly checking in to make sure they were comfortable and that the tension wasn’t too tight.…

Paid $200+Braids
Sitina7 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★★★★★

It was amazing Frewit was really nice

Paid $60–80Braids
IsokenLocal Guide · 14 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Wonderful service! Mary was absolutely amazing and professional. Will definitely be going back.

Paid $180–200BraidsHair extensions
Macy1 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

It was a great experience at this salon

Paid $200+BraidsHair extensions
Deandre1 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Very punctual and efficient braiding.

Paid $80–100BraidsHairstyling
Jennifer3 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Took me and my daughter at the last min service was amazing!!! Will be back!!!

Paid $200+BraidsHair extensions
Grace11 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

They did a fantastic job on my sew in! I was styled by Liyu who did my wash, blow dry, and braid down with great care and attention to details. The salon was also the most clean Ethiopian hair salon of the top 3 in the area. Will definitely be back when I’m in town for my next sew in or silk press!

BraidsHair straighteningHairstyling
Petrice7 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★★★★★

Mary is awesome and has always done my hair consistently well! Great established for braiding, sew in you name it!

Paid $180–200BraidsHair straighteningHair extensions
Lallo2 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★★★★★

ruth was great and my curly sew in looks amazing!

Paid $160–180Braids
Olivia8 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★★★★★

Liyu has done my hair twice now and I have never been more in love with a hair result!! She moves fast, very nice and personable! I love coming to DMZ and definitely recommend Liyu. Thank you for everything DMZ, you never disappoint! ❤️

BraidsHair straighteningHairstyling
AleksandraLocal 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Great walk in experience for my daughter, we’ll be back!

Paid $200+Braids
Jeviah3 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★★★★★

I’ve been here twice for braids and have had a good experience both times. They provide the hair, a wash and blow dry and listen to make sure you’re happy with the style.

Paid $200+Braids
Ferdaws9 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★★★★★

Best braids you ever get Mary is the best

Braids
Jasmine7 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

I got boho braids yesterday. Customer service was great! I don’t feel rushed. That fact the a wash a blow dry is included in my price was a plus for me! The wash felt amazing! Definitely going back!

Paid $200+Braids
Raquel2 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

It was my first visit to this salon, and I had an incredible time. When I stopped by to inquire about the pricing, a lady informed me that it would cost $80. However, when I returned this morning, another lady informed me that my hair would be $120. Fortunately, she honored the initial price of $80.

Paid $80–100Braids

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Price

$176+52% vs typical wedding hair stylists

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

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

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Hair extensions199$168–$194
Hairstyling183$58–$136
Braids85$83–$246
Hair straightening44$91–$184
Pedicure29—
Manicure27—
Hair coloring23$214–$426
Body waxing19—

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