Experts Reviews · Company report
Ember and Stone Hair Studios 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 69%96+66.5Reliability 31%92+28.3Experts Score= 95Not enough data for value, 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

Ember and Stone Hair Studios

Edinburg, TX · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #20Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 101 hair salons · 5.0★ from 104 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other hair salons (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: reliability.

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.Ember and Stone Hair Studios is better than 96% of hair salons.A
96
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.Ember and Stone Hair Studios is better than 92% of hair salons.A
92
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.Ember and Stone Hair Studios is better than —% of hair salons.–
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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.Ember and Stone Hair Studios is better than —% of hair salons.–
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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.Ember and Stone Hair Studios is better than 100% of hair salons.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.Ember and Stone Hair Studios is better than —% of hair salons.–
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Reviews for your job

Customers hired Ember and Stone Hair Studios for 8 kinds of job.

Ember and Stone Hair Studios for balayage

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.15
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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.$190–$426
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 86/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Balayage”: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.#7 / 30

All 15 Google reviews tagged “Balayage”

Cynthia12 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 months ago★★★★★

I’ve been going to Elisa for a year now. I had never colored my hair before so having someone as knowledgeable, patient, and overall such a lovely person has been a blessing. She always explains the process and collaborates on what will look good. Her space is well kept and in a great location, I HIGHLY recommend booking here.

BlowoutsBang trimHaircut
SarahLocal Guide · 21 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 months ago★★★★★

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ RUN. Don’t walk. Book with Elisa. 🤍 I went to Elisa for a color correction, and WOW. She is an absolute artist. She transformed my hair while protecting its health and integrity every step of the way. My hair is healthy, shiny, soft, and the most beautiful it has ever been. She is meticulous, incredibly…

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Paid $200+Hair coloringBalayage
Kendra6 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 months ago★★★★★

Elisa is phenomenal. I have been getting my hair done with her for a year now. She is very knowledgeable and walks me through everything she’s doing. She always listens and is patient with me (like when I want to try something new). She has always been very accommodating to my schedule and provides great…

Paid $200+BlowoutsGloss or GlazeHair coloring
AndreaLocal 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Leah my girl is amazing!!! Opened up her Saturday just for me since my work schedule is a little difficult. Her work and products are top tier!

Balayage
Yarytza6 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 months ago★★★★★

I have been going to Elisa now for over a year and I will follow her anywhere! The appointments can be booked online and a deposit is required which I personally don’t mind at all. As a small business owner and professional this speaks volumes on how much time and effort goes into each and every one of her…

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Paid $200+Bang trimHaircutHair highlighting
Mariana3 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★★★★★

Leah is absolutely amazing! She always makes you feel comfortable and takes incredible care of your hair. She really listens to what you want and makes sure you leave loving the final result. I absolutely love my hair every time, and her attention to detail is unmatched. Highly recommend Ember&Stone to anyone…

HaircutHair coloringOmbre hair color
SylviaLocal Guide · 23 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

I had an Amazing experience with Elisa at Ember & Stone. I was very hesitant to color my hair again after a bad experience with a previous stylist and was worried about damage. Elisa took the time to explain the entire process, listened to my concerns, and made me feel completely comfortable. She corrected my…

BlowdryGloss or GlazeHair coloring
Kay4 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★

I first met Elisa back in 2024 when she did my hair for the first time. She did an absolutely incredible job, and years later, I still search for her. She left me completely stunned by the transformation my hair underwent in her hands. During our consultation, she educated me thoroughly about hair care, even…

Customer photo from Kay's review
Paid $200+BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
Daniela11 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★★★★★

I cannot say enough amazing things about my experience with Elisa at Ember and Stone Hair Studios. From the moment I sat in her chair, I felt completely listened to, cared for, and confident that my hair was in the best hands. Elisa created the most beautiful chocolate balayage with a soft, seamless ombré effect —…

Paid $200+Ombre hair colorBalayage
Alexa5 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★★★★★

Elisa is absolutely amazing! She’s been my go-to hairstylist for root retouches, haircuts, and treatments, and she delivers perfect results every single time. Not only is she incredibly skilled, but she’s also one of the nicest, most easy-going people you could ever meet. Her flexibility with scheduling is such a…

BlowoutsHair straighteningHaircut
Suely6 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★★★★★

I CANNOT say enough great things about Elisa and Leah. They are both talented, professional, and truly care about their clients. Elisa takes her time to understand what you’re looking for and delivers flawless results every time. Leah’s input and thoughtful suggestions always help bring the final look together…

Paid $140–160BlowoutsHaircutHairstyling
Jenny1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Ther service at ember and stone has been absolutely amazing! I discovered Leah through her Instagram page when i was looking for someone that knows how to cut curly hair and i am forever happy that I did because she does a wonderful job with my curly hair! It's as if she breathes life into it when she gives me a…

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Bang trimHaircutHair coloring
Stephen3 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★★★★★

My girlfriend had been wanting a brown balayage for a really long time but she was always hesitant to trust anyone with her hair. I found this place for her and they gave her exactly what she wanted. She couldn't be happier!

Paid $200+Hair highlightingHair coloringOmbre hair color
SophieLocal 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. · a year ago★★★★★

My stylist was Elisa and she EATS when it comes to the vivids I want to do 😍🤩 absolutely loved the red and then the orange hair is just *chefs kiss* 💋 I can’t wait for the next thing that I’ll put my hair through 🤣

Paid $200+Bang trimHaircutHairstyling
NicAnneLocal Guide · 22 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★★★★★

I absolutely adore Elisa and Leah. I’ve been seeing Elisa since her apprenticeship days and she’s never given me a bad cut or color. When I first started seeing Elisa, I had long hair purple hair and wanted to go blonde. She delivered, using extensions to give me vivid blonde highlights without further hair damage.…

Paid $200+BlowoutsHair glazingHaircut

Price

$146+150% vs typical hair salons

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
Haircut58$27–$53
Hair coloring29$101–$214
Blowouts23$41–$109
Balayage15$190–$426
Hairstyling14$27–$66
Blowdry14—
Bang trim9—
Hair highlighting9$123–$214

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