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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
9

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Customers hired DMZ HAIR SALON for 8 kinds of job.

DMZ HAIR SALON for haircut

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.16
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.88
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$40–60
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$45–$91
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 73/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Haircut”: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.#23 / 32

All 16 Google reviews tagged “Haircut”

Lady2 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★★★★★

I got a deep condition and silk press. My hair was done perfectly and efficiently. I was done in an hour and a half. Will definitely be coming back.

Paid $40–60Hair straighteningHaircutHairstyling
Kamilla2 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★★★★★

This was my first time at DMZ Salon, and I came in for a silk press. From the moment I arrived, I was attended to right away with no long wait time. My hair was washed multiple times, and each wash felt amazing—super relaxing, gentle, and left my hair feeling incredibly soft. They detangled my hair very carefully…

HaircutHairstyling
ClassicLocal Guide · 26 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 am so happy with my hair. Mary your a miracle worker and Angel, God bless you. DMZ is a very clean salon and they're very professional. This is my new salon. Please book with DMZ salon.

Hair straighteningHaircut
Pamela1 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

If you want a sew in this the place. Great service! You won’t be disappointed

BraidsCurly hairHair extensions
Faye4 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★★★★★

Mary is very professional and courteous. Offers suggestions to properly care for my natural hair. Always accommodate my last minute hair appointment. Style for special events. After hair appointment receive numerous compliments that reflects her handiwork and skills to give stunning looks. Even with my…

BlowoutsBody waxingBraids
Helina2 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’ve been coming to Mary for few years. Her saw-ins are amazing! She does a marvelous job and very talented. I also love her braids and would highly recommend it.

BlowdryBlowoutsBox Braids
Aida2 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Mary is an absolute talented, professional and fantastic hair stylist. I have been coming to DMZ hair salon for several years. The prices are great, quality service, clean and warm atmosphere. I highly recommend Mary. She is a perfection when it comes to braids, weaves, hair extension, haircutting and coloring. Her…

BraidsHair coloringHair extensions
yamsheata3 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 years ago★★★

feel like I was overcharged most definitely can be a loyal customer but not to greed been here a few times was ok but not exactly what I wanted when always spending 200 plus dollars

Hair coloringHaircut
MzBullock12 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 years ago★★★★★

Michael is the best hairstylist in the DMV area. He takes care of my and offer good hair advice when I am in the salon. Mary Salon is clean and quiet. The atmosphere is friendly and comforting.

Hair coloringHairstylingHaircut+ Punctuality+ Cleanliness+ Quality
Phillip4 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

DMZ Hair Salon is on point! My barber Geo gets my lineup crispy EVERY. SINGLE. TIME! Then, my home girl Mary, the salon owner, hooks me up with the flyest braids in the stratosphere! Yea I’m doing thee most, but this place is like that!

Beard trimHairstylingHaircut+ Quality
Julius1 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 years ago★★★★★

Mary is the Best Great! Great service, great atmosphere and always polite! Best salon I've ever been to!

HairstylingHaircutTwist braids+ Punctuality+ Cleanliness+ Quality
Michael1 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 years ago★★★★★

Did my Braids neat and fast . Excellent service will be back again

HaircutService not listed+ Punctuality+ Cleanliness+ Quality
doriane3 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Hair extensionsHairstylingHaircut
Tedros4 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

BalayageBraidsHair coloring
Filimon3 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Hair coloringHair extensionsHairstyling+ Professionalism
Woudu2 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

HairstylingHaircut+ Punctuality+ Cleanliness+ Professionalism

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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