Landscaper · University Place, WA · reviewed since 2023
iHow 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 59%98+57.5Reliability 26%94+24.5Value 15%87+13.2Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 95Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#10 of 22 retaining wall contractorsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 57%
5.0★★★★★25 Google reviews · 11 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Dove Landscaping holds a 5.0 rating from 25 Google reviews, with the owner responding to all feedback. Customers frequently cite fair pricing, punctuality, and clear communication as key strengths. Services mentioned include lawn maintenance, sod installation, driveway construction, and general yard cleanup. Reviewers note the team's professionalism and willingness to accommodate specific schedules or design requests. No recurring criticisms or low-star patterns appear in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 25 Google reviews (24 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 10, 2026.
Service: Retaining Wall Contractor serving University Place, Washington.
Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.
Score profile vs other retaining wall contractors
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: value.
Dove LandscapingRetaining Wall Contractors median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.Dove Landscaping: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
98
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.Dove Landscaping: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
94
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.Dove Landscaping: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
98
ValueiValue · 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.Dove Landscaping: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
87
MomentumiMomentum · 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.Dove Landscaping: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 87.–
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Star ratings
25 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars25100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 24 written reviews
98%praise
Praise5598%
Complaints12%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Quality & results1120%
Price & value1120%
Staff & attitude1018%
Speed & response916%
Communication713%
Would recommend713%
Honesty & trust12%
What customers talk about
We read 24 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Super fast response times, amazing company to work with, their folks do superb work and are well worth hiring (especially at their low cost!”
“I highly recommend Dove for your projects, their prices are fair, they communicate well and will help you with the design.”
“They are professional, thorough, and incredibly nice!”
“Efren, project manager, and co-lead were incredibly fast, yet exceeded my expectations.”
“They were always so prompt with communication, were more than reasonable with pricing, and accommodated our crazy schedule in order to help us out.”
“I am incredibly satisfied with the outcome, and happy to recommend their services!”
“Super dependable.”
People customers mention
Loc6 reviews
Sam4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Mark6 reviewsiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
Super fast response times, amazing company to work with, their folks do superb work and are well worth hiring (especially at their low cost!), I’m really grateful that I reached out to them. Highly recommend!
Great price
John6 reviewsiTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★
It’s like pulling up to a new house! Outstanding work with the most reasonable pricing. Sam and Loc are professional and personable. Their knowledge from years of experience reassured me that the work would be done right.
From the point of estimate to the actual work, Sam and Loc were well organized with critical…
Scott9 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
My yard was a disaster. They came in with the best crew and made our yard look like it hasn't in YEARS. I could not recommend them enough. Hire them immediately
Deann13 reviewsiTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Great work! Professional, Kind generous owner and workers. Super dependable. When he says he will be there, he is and when he says will take 3 days, it does.
Kevin3 reviewsiTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★
Loc and his crew are probably the best around the area! He is super kind and his prices can’t be beat. Just give him a call and he will get the job done!
Katherine7 reviewsiTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★
The team were great to work with! They are professional, thorough, and incredibly nice! The quote was decent, and they gave me a discount as well. The team did a fabulous job, and went above and beyond what I was expecting. I wanted my yard tidied up and several areas with blackberries growing in preparation for…
Super fast response times, amazing company to work with, their folks do superb work and are well worth hiring (especially at their low cost!), I’m really grateful that I reached out to them. Highly recommend!
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · a week ago
Hi Mark Grover, Seeing that you had a 5-Star experience is the best thing we could hope for! Your review means a lot to us. Thank you for choosing Dove Landscaping
John Pizarro6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
It’s like pulling up to a new house! Outstanding work with the most reasonable pricing. Sam and Loc are professional and personable. Their knowledge from years of experience reassured me that the work would be done right.
From the point of estimate to the actual work, Sam and Loc were well organized with critical attention to detail. Efren, project manager, and co-lead were incredibly fast, yet exceeded my expectations. It's rare to find a business that puts such pride into their work. Thank you Sam and Loc!
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago
Hi John Pizarro, Your review means a lot to us. Thank you for the 5 Star review and thank you for choosing Dove Landscaping"
Scott B9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Scott has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My yard was a disaster. They came in with the best crew and made our yard look like it hasn't in YEARS. I could not recommend them enough. Hire them immediately
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thank you Scott for trusting us with getting your yard back to its glory days.
Deann Blake13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Deann has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great work! Professional, Kind generous owner and workers. Super dependable. When he says he will be there, he is and when he says will take 3 days, it does.
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Thank you Deann!
Kevin Xu3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Loc and his crew are probably the best around the area! He is super kind and his prices can’t be beat. Just give him a call and he will get the job done!
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Hi Kevin Xu, Thank you for leaving this wonderful review for us!! We are always there for you. Wish you All the Best - Dove Landscaping
Katherine Newcomer7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Katherine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The team were great to work with! They are professional, thorough, and incredibly nice! The quote was decent, and they gave me a discount as well. The team did a fabulous job, and went above and beyond what I was expecting. I wanted my yard tidied up and several areas with blackberries growing in preparation for the sale of my home. I am incredibly satisfied with the outcome, and happy to recommend their services!!!
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Hi Katherine Newcomer, Thank you for leaving this wonderful review for us!! We are always there for you. Wish you All the Best - DOVE LANDSCAPING
Laura Ingalls8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Laura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great guy, very communicative and friendly. Very fair prices as well. Would definitely recommend their services to anyone in need of landscaping.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Hi Laura Ingalls, Seeing that you had a 5-Star experience is the best thing we could hope for! Your review means a lot to us. Thank you for choosing DOVE LANDSCAPING
Gabriel Rojas10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Gabriel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I highly recommend Dove for your projects, their prices are fair, they communicate well and will help you with the design. They use top of the line materials and are highly efficient. I'm very satisfied with the work they did at my home and plan to use them again in the near future.
Excellent Business!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Hi Gabriel Rojas, Thank you for leaving this wonderful review for us!! We are always there for you. Wish you All the Best - DOVE LANDSCAPING
Angela Gibney10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Angela has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Bryan is always here when we need him! Our lawn looks better than it ever has! He is also very willing to do extra things to make our yard look even better. Easy to work with and very kind!!! You won’t go wrong hiring Dove Creek Landscaping!
Response from the owner · a year ago
Hi Angela Gibney, thank you for your glowing 5-star rating! - DOVE LANDSCAPING
Evan Cheng8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Evan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Sam, Loc, and their team were phenomenal. They were always so prompt with communication, were more than reasonable with pricing, and accommodated our crazy schedule in order to help us out. We asked them to redo our front and back lawns because weeds were everywhere, and also to redo some gravel/river rock. I could not have asked for a better result, and they kept us informed of the progress the entire time. They went above and beyond, helped us out with some extra work, and we're willing to make changes throughout the process as long as we kept open communication. They are a family owned business that really cares about their workers and their customers, and I'd hire them again in a heartbeat.
Response from the owner · Edited a year ago
Thank you Evan and Haena for the kind words. We are so honored to had earned your business and for you both putting your trust in us with the transformation of your property.
