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%93+54.6Reliability 26%90+23.5Value 15%99+15.1Experts Score= 93Not 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.93SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#7 of 16 land clearing servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 60%
4.9★★★★★77 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.91★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.3%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Finley's Tree & Landcare 4.9 out of 5 based on 77 reviews, with the owner responding to 88% of feedback. Customers frequently highlight punctuality, professional communication, and thorough cleanup during tree removal, trimming, and landscaping projects. While most praise the team's reliability and fair pricing, a small number of low-star reviews describe delays in receiving quotes and inconsistent follow-up from staff.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 77 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 77 Google reviews (75 with written comments, 9 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 88% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 16, 2026.
Service: Land Clearing Service serving Norwalk, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other land clearing services
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 value; weakest: reliability.
Finley's Tree & LandcareLand Clearing Services 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.Finley's Tree & Landcare: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
93
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.Finley's Tree & Landcare: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
90
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 78.–
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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.Finley's Tree & Landcare: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
99
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.Finley's Tree & Landcare: 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: 90.–
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Star ratings
77 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars7597%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star11%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 75 written reviews
97%praise
Praise18997%
Complaints53%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price1429%
Reasonable3471%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude5126%
Speed & response4222%
Quality & results3418%
Would recommend2714%
Price & value1910%
Communication137%
Honesty & trust84%
What customers talk about
We read 75 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The crew was very respectful of the work area and always left the job site clean at the end of the day.”
“From the initial quote to the final cleanup, everything was handled professionally and efficiently.”
“He never called me back.”
“And the Finley's team far exceeded my expectations.”
“We have received outstanding service from Finley’s for years, and we couldn’t recommend them more highly!”
“Pricing was fair and matched the quote exactly, with no surprise fees.”
“The team arrived on time, walked me through exactly what they'd be doing, and took great care to protect my yard while working.”
“…tual tree work, they have consistently demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and exceptional customer service.…”
People customers mention
James7 reviews
Scott6 reviews
Finleys6 reviews
Samantha4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Finley's Tree & Landcare for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Sandy13 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. · a week ago★★★★★
No regrets! Mike Barajas and the team at Finley's were great to work with. Mike, the project manager, and has a great eye for detail. He listened to what I was hoping to achieve. And the Finley's team far exceeded my expectations. So glad I went with Finley's. The crew was very respectful of the work area and…
Troy3 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. · a week ago★★★★★
We have received outstanding service from Finley’s for years, and we couldn’t recommend them more highly! From navigating the complexities of city permits to going above and beyond with the actual tree work, they have consistently demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and exceptional customer service.
What truly…
Great priceGardening services
Loree7 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. · a month ago★★★★★
Excellent trimming of the ficus that surrounds my yard, and very through clean-up afterwards. I appreciate the detailed clean-up steps!
Reasonable priceGardening services
Sean5 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. · a month ago★★★★★
Professional and High quality work every time ! They have removed 3 trees over the years and will be removing more in the future. Thank you for all the hard work !!!
Great priceLawn landscaping
Bob8 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 months ago★★★★★
I have used Finley’s for years now and have always found their work exceptional! They arrive when scheduled, double check with the client of the work requested and get things done!! They make sure any plants, flowers, etc. underneath the trimming are protected, and of course clean up afterwards. Nobody is better in the South Bay.
Great priceLandscaping maintenance
MRS2 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 months ago★★★★★
I couldn't be happier with Finley's tree trimming service. From the initial quote to the final cleanup, everything was handled professionally and efficiently. The team arrived on time, walked me through exactly what they'd be doing, and took great care to protect my yard while working.
The trimming itself was…
No regrets! Mike Barajas and the team at Finley's were great to work with. Mike, the project manager, and has a great eye for detail. He listened to what I was hoping to achieve. And the Finley's team far exceeded my expectations. So glad I went with Finley's. The crew was very respectful of the work area and always left the job site clean at the end of the day.
For reference, my yard was last updated 20 years ago. Mike and his team replaced the watering system, refreshed the plants that needed it, installed netting & bark on the hillside, updated the planter beds with new bark, graded and installed new sod and added few stepping stones. I walked the yard again this morning, and just can't stop smiling. It looks amazing! Thank you Mike and Finley's!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Stone landscaping, Walkway landscaping, Rock landscaping, Green landscaping, Grading & resloping, Sod installation
Troy Miller3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Troy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have received outstanding service from Finley’s for years, and we couldn’t recommend them more highly! From navigating the complexities of city permits to going above and beyond with the actual tree work, they have consistently demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and exceptional customer service.
What truly sets them apart is their honesty and willingness to help. They even took care of trimming a tree that I had inadvertently asked them to trim for free! Their generosity, fairness, and commitment to doing the right thing speak volumes about the kind of company they are.
It’s rare to find a company you can trust year after year, but these guys are the real deal. If you’re looking for a dependable, knowledgeable, and genuinely outstanding tree trimming service, look no further. They are simply the best!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Gardening services
Loree Fields7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Loree has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Excellent trimming of the ficus that surrounds my yard, and very through clean-up afterwards. I appreciate the detailed clean-up steps!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Gardening services
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you, Loree! We appreciate your kind words and your support of Finley's. You have been a valued customer for 6+ years and we look forward to working with you again soon.
Sincerely,
Samantha on behalf of Teamfinleys
Sean McAlpin5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Professional and High quality work every time ! They have removed 3 trees over the years and will be removing more in the future. Thank you for all the hard work !!!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Lawn landscaping
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you, Sean! You have always been so easy to work with. We appreciate you coming back and we look forward to working with you again in the future.
Sincerely,
Samantha on behalf of Team Finleys
Bob Middo8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Bob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have used Finley’s for years now and have always found their work exceptional! They arrive when scheduled, double check with the client of the work requested and get things done!! They make sure any plants, flowers, etc. underneath the trimming are protected, and of course clean up afterwards. Nobody is better in the South Bay.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Landscaping maintenance
Response from the owner · a month ago
Hi Bob! Thank you so much for your continued trust and loyalty over the years. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Our team takes pride in showing up on time, confirming the work clearly, protecting surrounding plants, and leaving every property clean and cared for. Hearing that you feel nobody does it better in the South Bay means a lot to us. Thank you for being such a valued part of the Finley’s family. We look forward to taking care of your trees for many years to come.
Evan, on behalf of Team Finleys
MRS P2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews MRS has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I couldn't be happier with Finley's tree trimming service. From the initial quote to the final cleanup, everything was handled professionally and efficiently. The team arrived on time, walked me through exactly what they'd be doing, and took great care to protect my yard while working.
The trimming itself was excellent — they knew exactly how to shape the trees for healthy growth. They also cleaned up completely afterward, leaving the yard spotless — you'd never know a crew had been there except for how much better the trees look.
Pricing was fair and matched the quote exactly, with no surprise fees. I have been a loyal customer of Finley's for many years in both tree trimming and landscaping services; they never fail to deliver an excellent outcome. A great company to work with.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Hello Ms. Pearson. Thank you so much for sharing your experience and for being an awesome customer. Your trust in our tree trimming services is greatly appreciated. Our team works hard to be thorough from the initial quote to the final cleanup. It means a lot to hear that the care, communication, and attention to detail stand out to you. We’re glad you’re happy with the trimming results and the way the crew protected your yard and left everything spotless. Matching the quoted price with no surprises is something we take pride in. Your feedback reinforces why we stay committed to doing things the right way. Thank you again for your continued support. It’s always a pleasure working with you.
Sincerely, Evan Dalka on behalf of Team Finleys
Meryl Lande6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Meryl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I've been using Finley's for my tree care for a number of years. Last year it was an infestation of my citrus. This time ot was removal of an old, nonproductive citrus tree and staking of a persimmon that didn't want to stand up under weight. They are professional, arrive on time and do a very good job. If there is something I'm not happy with, they go the extra mile to make it right. For me, that is worth everything. They.may be a bit more than others. They're worth every penny!
Services: Gardening services
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Hi Meryl,
It’s always a pleasure working with you, and I really appreciate how clearly you communicate with me here in the office. The photos you sent were extremely helpful. They gave me a clear understanding of your expectations and what we need to do to meet those standards. I look forward to connecting again when your next project comes up. And please keep me updated on how your fruit trees are coming along!
Sincerely,
Evan on behalf of Team Finleys
M Butler1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews M has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thank you, Samantha, Scott, Javier, and your amazing team for the excellent work on our tree trimming job, from the initial communication to the completion.
I could not be happier! I was especially concerned about our old, neglected, mostly dried-up olive tree in front of our house. I needed to have that tree return to the beautiful specimen I knew it could be. We hired Finley's because of their reputation, and I can testify that the reputation is well-deserved. I now feel our olive has a good chance not just to survive, but be beautiful again.
Best wishes for your company's continued success!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Tree landscaping
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
HI Margaret!
Thank you so much for your positive and detailed review. I'm so glad to hear you're happy with our work. You were an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish.
Remember, if ever the chance comes up again for a ping pong match....I want to be there! 😉🏓
Samantha
on behalf of Team Finleys
Geri Shapiro6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Geri has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have used Finleys for a few years now trimmimg my tress twice a year. They are a reliable and professional company. Evan has always been helpful and responsive with scheduling and billing and the workers that have come to do the trimming are always helpful, professional and get the work done quickly and without leaving a mess. I highly recommend Finleys and I personally wouldn’t use anyone else!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Tree landscaping
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Hi Geri,
Thank you so much for your continued trust and loyalty over the years. We truly appreciate you taking time here to share your experience. We take pride in being reliable, responsive, and leaving every property looking clean and cared for. We look forward to taking care of your trees for many years to come.
- Evan Dalka on behalf of Finley's
Steven Zelman8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Steven has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Finley’s, in the South Bay in Southern California, is an exceptional company…very professional and willing to stand by their work. Our most recent project was artificial turf in both the front and back yards…exceptional quality.
