Basketball court contractor · Elizabeth, NJ · reviewed since 2016
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%88+51.7Reliability 26%78+20.3Value 15%90+13.7Craft & service penalty22−7.8Experts Score= 78Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.78SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#10 of 20 backyard court installersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 53%
4.9★★★★★55 Google reviews · 13 photos
98%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare 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 Garden State Assembly and Repair 4.9 out of 5 based on 55 reviews, with the owner responding to 53% of them. Customers frequently praise the team for detailed communication, product knowledge, and efficient installation of basketball hoops and other structures. One recurring criticism involves scheduling delays, where a reviewer reported multiple missed appointments due to prior commitments and vehicle issues, despite initial planning.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 55 reviews (98% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 55 Google reviews (55 with written comments, 6 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 53% of reviews.
Most recent review: September 18, 2026.
Service: Backyard Court Installer serving Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.
Score profile vs other backyard court installers
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: craft & service.
This companyBackyard Court Installers 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.Garden State Assembly and Repair: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
88
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.Garden State Assembly and Repair: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.B
78
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.Garden State Assembly and Repair: 22/100 on this factor. Category median: 50.D
22
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.Garden State Assembly and Repair: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
90
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.Garden State Assembly and Repair: 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: 26.–
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Star ratings
55 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars5498%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star12%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 55 written reviews
97%praise
Praise11697%
Complaints33%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Quality & results3328%
Staff & attitude2723%
Would recommend2218%
Speed & response1815%
Communication1311%
Price & value43%
Honesty & trust22%
What customers talk about
We read 55 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Steve explained with thorough detail everything that needed to be done to remove my broken bball hoop post that was set in concrete.”
“Steve is absolutely wonderful and the most knowledgeable person I have ever spoken to about basketball hoops.”
“Reliable, detail-oriented, and someone who truly cares about his work—highly recommend.”
“In today's fast-paced, over-monetized world, it is so great to find someone who is so knowledgeable and willing to help others!”
“Third time I couldn’t rearrange my work schedule so my wife arranged to be home the entire day, no show, no call, no txt, no email.”
“…the time to walk me through the entire process from start to finish, explaining potential issues and how to handle them based on his experience.…”
“They looked things over said no problem and quoted a very fair price and I accepted.”
“Steve is probably one of the most trustworthy people I have worked with.”
People customers mention
Steve22 reviews
Emily4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
JJojoLocal Guide · 65 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★★★★★
If you’re looking to get a basketball hoop installed, Steve is your man!! He knows everything there is to know about all the hoops, and also the full installation process. He’s an absolute pleasure to deal with! Plus, you won’t get a better price anywhere else. I shopped it around and he was by far the best price…
SSuzanneLocal Guide · 14 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Steve is absolutely wonderful and the most knowledgeable person I have ever spoken to about basketball hoops. I called him about replacing the backboard and rim on my existing hoop, and even though I was outside of his service area, he took the time to walk me through the best options for my project, including…
Mmarka1 reviewiTotal 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★★★★★
Steve explained with thorough detail everything that needed to be done to remove my broken bball hoop post that was set in concrete. He was clean and efficient and left no mess behind.
GGregg2 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
Steve was exceptional from start to finish. He went above and beyond to help me through a tough situation, was incredibly responsive, and handled everything with a high level of professionalism. The removal and installation were done flawlessly, and he made what could have been a stressful process feel completely…
JJohnLocal Guide · 19 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★
I needed a contractor to install a basketball hoop in my driveway as my 10 year old had been asking for one for months, so finally decided to act. I found Steve through word of mouth and wasn’t sure what to expect, but I didn’t need to worry. He clearly knows what he’s doing! He was very thorough and took the time…
DDanielLocal Guide · 58 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 year ago★★★★★
Steve does a good job. He has a long list of customers so it may take a while to get your project done, but he knows what's he doing (at least with basketball hoops) and gets the job done right... I would recommend, two thumbs up.
If you’re looking to get a basketball hoop installed, Steve is your man!! He knows everything there is to know about all the hoops, and also the full installation process. He’s an absolute pleasure to deal with! Plus, you won’t get a better price anywhere else. I shopped it around and he was by far the best price and definitely the best Work after I had it installed. Thank you, Steve!!
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Suzanne MoyerLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Suzanne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Steve is absolutely wonderful and the most knowledgeable person I have ever spoken to about basketball hoops. I called him about replacing the backboard and rim on my existing hoop, and even though I was outside of his service area, he took the time to walk me through the best options for my project, including important safety recommendations to ensure my kids were safe while playing hoops.
In today's fast-paced, over-monetized world, it is so great to find someone who is so knowledgeable and willing to help others!
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marka1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews marka has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Steve explained with thorough detail everything that needed to be done to remove my broken bball hoop post that was set in concrete. He was clean and efficient and left no mess behind.
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Gregg Berkowitz2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Gregg has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Steve was exceptional from start to finish. He went above and beyond to help me through a tough situation, was incredibly responsive, and handled everything with a high level of professionalism. The removal and installation were done flawlessly, and he made what could have been a stressful process feel completely seamless. Reliable, detail-oriented, and someone who truly cares about his work—highly recommend.
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John C.Local Guide · 19 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I needed a contractor to install a basketball hoop in my driveway as my 10 year old had been asking for one for months, so finally decided to act. I found Steve through word of mouth and wasn’t sure what to expect, but I didn’t need to worry. He clearly knows what he’s doing! He was very thorough and took the time to walk me through the entire process from start to finish, explaining potential issues and how to handle them based on his experience. He guided me every step of the way, which made the whole experience smooth and stress-free. Most importantly, my 10-year-old was absolutely thrilled with the result. Highly recommend!
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Daniel SewardLocal Guide · 58 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Daniel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Steve does a good job. He has a long list of customers so it may take a while to get your project done, but he knows what's he doing (at least with basketball hoops) and gets the job done right... I would recommend, two thumbs up.
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Dallas Kiick2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dallas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I whole heartedly recommend Garden State Assembly and Repair for all your hoop related needs. We recently had a Ryval X660 installed and it looks and plays great. Steve communicated consistently and explained why he was taking the steps he was taking for each portion of the install. Steve takes a lot of pride in his work and that absolutely shows in the finished product. I am completely confident that I went with the right person for the job!
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Jeffrey Hsieh11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jeffrey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Steve was amazingly helpful from the first time I texted him all the way through to the final walkthrough. He explained to me very clearly the steps he takes to ensure a proper installation and any potential problems he may run into along the way. He wound up having to work extra hard to make it through the rocky terrain on my property but I’m convinced most people would have given up. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to my friends and family.
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Dipan PatelLocal Guide · 27 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dipan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Good Luck! I got in touch over a month before for a mega slam and shed install. I got the product delivered and the pad poured within a week. Steve scheduled to come 3 times and I rearranged my work schedule for install. First time, “he needed to finish up another install”, even though this was set a month out. Second time, “truck trans broke down”, not a problem. Third time I couldn’t rearrange my work schedule so my wife arranged to be home the entire day, no show, no call, no txt, no email. Very unprofessional. As I found out there are much better installers out there.
