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Escalera's Taxi Service Laredo TX

Taxi service · Laredo, TX · reviewed since 2021

How 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%58+31.6Reliability 24%38+9.2Value 14%97+13.7Replies to reviews 7%16+1.1Craft & service penalty99−0.1Momentum penalty83−1.7Experts Score= 54Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.54SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#66 of 77 airport shuttle servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 14%
4.7 ★★★★★ 69 Google reviews · 3 photos
86%five-star reviews
4.50★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
15%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Escalera's Taxi Service Laredo TX at a glance

Customers frequently cite fast response times, often arriving within ten minutes, along with friendly and professional drivers who communicate effectively. While many describe the service as reliable and affordable, some reviews note instances of overcharging or high fares compared to ride-share alternatives. Additionally, a few low-star comments criticize reckless driving behavior and unresponsiveness when attempting to reach the company by phone.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 69 reviews (86% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 69 Google reviews (49 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 29, 2026.
  • Service: Airport Shuttle serving Laredo, Texas.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other airport shuttle services

Score per factor (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: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction58Reliability38Craft & service99Value97Momentum83Replies to reviews16Satisfaction: 58 (median 79)Reliability: 38 (median 76)Craft & service: 99 (median 98)Value: 97 (median 94)Momentum: 83 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 16 (median 50)
This companyAirport Shuttle Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Escalera's Taxi Service Laredo TX: 58/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.C
58
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.Escalera's Taxi Service Laredo TX: 38/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.D
38
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Escalera's Taxi Service Laredo TX: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
99
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.Escalera's Taxi Service Laredo TX: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
97
MomentumMomentum · 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.Escalera's Taxi Service Laredo TX: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
83
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.Escalera's Taxi Service Laredo TX: 16/100 on this factor. Category median: 50.F
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Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

69 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars5986%
  • 4 stars57%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars23%
  • 1 star34%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 49 written reviews

  • Praise6692%
  • Complaints68%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1926%
  • Speed & response1724%
  • Quality & results1318%
  • Would recommend1014%
  • Price & value68%
  • Honesty & trust68%
  • Communication11%

What customers talk about

We read 49 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Excellent service and the taxi driver was very friendly.”
  • “They arrived quickly, were fast, reliable, and very affordable.”
    “Unit 121 saw me crossing the parking lot and didn't make an effort to even slow down.”
  • “Picked me up in the middle of the night after one of those Bar nights, no hesitation great service was there within 10 minutes!”
  • “If you’re in Laredo, Texas, I highly recommend them.”
  • “Great price for the service, great conversationalist on top of it all.”
    “However he did over charge for traveling 1 1/2 miles.”
  • “Great service, reliable, and I highly recommend using them instead of Uber from now on.”

People customers mention

  • Uber 4 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

ShinLocal Guide · 159 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 days ago★

Very reckless drivers. Speeding through parking lots and not stopping for pedestrians! That's an accident waiting to happen. Unit 121 saw me crossing the parking lot and didn't make an effort to even slow down. And they wonder why people prefer Uber and Lyft.

Ms4 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 had accidentally left my car paperwork on the Mexico side and needed to get back to my Airbnb in time for my dog's dinner and walk and Juan came through for me with SUCH speed. Great price for the service, great conversationalist on top of it all.

Jose3 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★★★★★

Escaleras Taxi Service helped us right when we needed a ride. They arrived quickly, were fast, reliable, and very affordable. The whole experience was smooth and organized. If you’re in Laredo, Texas, I highly recommend them. We’ll definitely be using their service again!

Adriana1 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Excellent Service and professionals... you arrive on time and safely at your destination.. 100% recommended

JoeLocal 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Picked me up in the middle of the night after one of those Bar nights, no hesitation great service was there within 10 minutes!!!

Joseph3 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 had a great experience with Escalera Taxi Service. I called them at 4:30 when my Uber canceled, and they arrived at my house in just 10 minutes. They picked me up and dropped me off at the airport quickly and efficiently. Great service, reliable, and I highly recommend using them instead of Uber from now on.

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 69 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Team members customers mention
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Shin OnikumoLocal Guide · 159 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very reckless drivers. Speeding through parking lots and not stopping for pedestrians! That's an accident waiting to happen. Unit 121 saw me crossing the parking lot and didn't make an effort to even slow down. And they wonder why people prefer Uber and Lyft.

Ms Johnson4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ms has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had accidentally left my car paperwork on the Mexico side and needed to get back to my Airbnb in time for my dog's dinner and walk and Juan came through for me with SUCH speed. Great price for the service, great conversationalist on top of it all.

Jose Mendiola3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jose has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Escaleras Taxi Service helped us right when we needed a ride. They arrived quickly, were fast, reliable, and very affordable. The whole experience was smooth and organized. If you’re in Laredo, Texas, I highly recommend them. We’ll definitely be using their service again!

Adriana Martinez1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Adriana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Excellent Service and professionals... you arrive on time and safely at your destination.. 100% recommended

Joe The ProLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joe has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Picked me up in the middle of the night after one of those Bar nights, no hesitation great service was there within 10 minutes!!!

Joseph Mendiola3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joseph has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had a great experience with Escalera Taxi Service. I called them at 4:30 when my Uber canceled, and they arrived at my house in just 10 minutes. They picked me up and dropped me off at the airport quickly and efficiently. Great service, reliable, and I highly recommend using them instead of Uber from now on.

Roshelle Curiel7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Roshelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service

DISASTER GamingLocal Guide · 31 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews DISASTER has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Muy buen servicio y el taxista muy amable

Jose L GarciaLocal Guide · 137 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jose has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Buen servicio

Alice LaraLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The man was kind & let me know when he'd be there which I appreciated. However he did over charge for traveling 1 1/2 miles.

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