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FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY 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 59%100+58.7Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 100Not 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.100SCORE

FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY

Galveston, TX · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #50Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 201 photographers · 5.0★ from 90 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other photographers (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: satisfaction and value; 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.FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY is better than 100% of photographers.A
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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.FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY is better than 99% of photographers.A
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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.FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY is better than —% of photographers.–
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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.FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY is better than 100% of photographers.A
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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.FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY is better than 100% of photographers.A
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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.FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY is better than —% of photographers.–
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Customers hired FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY for 4 kinds of job.

FAMILY BEACH PHOTOS by PEDRO RIVAS PHOTOGRAPHY for family and group

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.11
★ 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.—
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 “Family and group”: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.#12 / 35
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 11 Google reviews tagged “Family and group”

TarynLocal Guide · 52 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 month ago★★★★★

Used July 2026 in Galveston. We really enjoyed our family photos! They were very sweet and especially great with our young kids, Pedro was patient and able to get their attention when needed, which is always a win with little ones! Communication throughout the process was clear and quick, and the editing was…

Reasonable priceFamily and group
Ann12 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★★★★★

Absolutely recommend Pedro for photography, we had a family vacation on the beach and he was excellent to work with! Patient, flexible on time, communicated with us and the results were beautiful. We had a couple little ones which created a few challenges, but Pedro was patient and took so many photos to make sure…

Family and group
Pam2 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★★★★★

Pedro did an amazing job with our family pictures. He was so quick to get us the pictures and they turned out spectacular. I would totally use him again.

Great priceFamily and group
Cristie7 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★★★★★

We found Pedro last minute on a Google search, with glowing reviews we booked with him for family photos as we were coming to Galveston for a family vacation. He surpassed expectations! Communication before and after was exceptional. During the photo session he was very thoughtful and thorough. Cost was very…

Reasonable priceFamily and group
JoeyLocal Guide · 35 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★★★★★

Y'all Pedro is your guy when you're around Galveston/Houston area!! He's got the eye and the equipment! He's exceptional at communication and timeliness 🤯 His heart is all in on capturing your vision. Most of all, he is so kind! We've worked with dozens of photographers and definitely have had some good…

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Reasonable priceFamily and group
Sara5 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★★★★★

If you are looking at other photographers in the Galveston area, just stop. Don’t waste your time. Pedro Rivas is one of the best photographers I have ever worked with. He is professional, fun, quick to respond and has wicked photography skills. I’m so glad we were able to book him for an extended family beach…

Great priceFamily and group
Poomba1 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. · Edited 8 months ago★★★★★

Amazing experience! Has to be one the best photographers if not THE BEST photographer in Galveston! He is definitely a professional at what he does. My family group of 15 traveled from Houston, booked our Galveston family beach photos and they came out amazing. Our photo session was fun and relaxed. We took group…

Great priceFamily and groupIndividual photography
Mango1 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. · Edited 8 months ago★★★★★

Has to be the best photographer in the Galveston area. His attention to detail and his professional demeanor made the experience amazing. Our Galveston Beach photos came out perfect.

Senior class photographyFamily and groupIndividual photography
Veronica2 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★★★★★

Pedro is absolutely the best! I’ve used him several times now, and he has become my go-to photographer for any type of photos I need. His professionalism is unmatched. He always arrives prepared, communicates clearly, and makes the entire process smooth and enjoyable. His attention to detail is exceptional, and he…

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Events and partiesFamily and group
Luis3 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★★★★★

Pedrorivasphotography was a must for our wedding day knowing he would capture each amazing moment! He was able to make everything feel so natural, even adjusted to last minute changes and put detail in every single photo! Highly recommended!

Great priceWedding and engagementFamily and group
Jennifer4 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★★★★★

So happy we had Pedro take our beach photos! He was personal and professional, extremely timely, and just a joy to work with all around. So happy with our photos. Highly recommend!

Family and group

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Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 67%Reasonable 33%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

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