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 blowdry

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.14
★ 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.$180–200
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 85/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Blowdry”: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.#8 / 33

All 14 Google reviews tagged “Blowdry”

Social6 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 15 hours ago★★★★★

Leah is AMAZING!! She is the sweetest girl and always does such a great job on my hair. I love her style. Elise is also super amazing. You cannot go wrong with Ember+Stone. These girls are talented and are great with fun and modern styles.

Paid $100–120BlowoutsHair straighteningHair glazing
Aquarius3 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 week ago★★★★★

The before and the amazing after! Elisa, is so thoughtful and makes the process so fun! Loved my hair cut, hair styling and color choice. Elisa has a lot of expertise and very happy with the service.

Customer photo from Aquarius's review
Paid $180–200HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
dalorian5 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 months ago★★★★★

leah did an amazing job !!!! it was my first time ever lightening my hair, and she was so patient answering any questions i had 💇🏻‍♀️✨🤍

HaircutBlowdryOmbre hair color
Sonia8 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★★★★★

Leah is the best . She is my fountain of youth every time I go in there I got my grays all out and she just makes me feel youthful once I walk out the vibe is vibing . My hair looks amazing and I get a lot of compliments on it so I know that she did Her magic on me. I definitely recommend Leah.

HairstylingBlowdryCurly hair
Yolanda7 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 was very satisfied with the result. Elisa understood exactly what I wanted my hair to look like and even asked additional questions. She also takes the time to explain every step of the process and makes you feel comfortable. I am totally going back when needed 😊. Totally recommend! 🫶

Paid $120–140HaircutBlowdry
Maria3 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★★★★★

I couldn’t recommend Ember and Stone enough. Leah always listens to exactly what I want and I am never disappointed with the results. Both girls make the environment in the space very welcoming and both are really nice. If you’re looking for a good hair stylist go here!

HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
Hanna7 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★★★★★

Elisa is my stylist here in America. I came from Europe and spent a long time looking for someone who truly understood me. Elisa understands me from just a few words, knows exactly how to create beautiful haircuts and styling, and always gives great hair care advice. So it honestly feels like I’m sharing a little…

Paid $60–80HaircutBlowdryHair hydration treatments
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
Graciela8 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 have baby fine hair. It's hard to find a hair stylist that can satisfy my needs. Elisa has done a wonderful job cutting and styling my hair. I actually feel body and fullness. I highly recommend her.

Paid $40–60HaircutHairstylingBlowdry
E5 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★★★★★

After 40 years of searching, I finally found my forever stylist: Leah! I've been with her for four years, and I truly believe a higher power placed me in her chair. ​Leah is the only person who has ever been able to achieve the exact brownish-red color I’ve been trying to find for decades. The color is consistently…

Paid $120–140BlowoutsHairstylingBlowdry
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
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
RebeccaLocal 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★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Paid $180–200Hair straighteningHairstylingBlowdry

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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