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%97+56.9Reliability 26%93+24.3Value 15%97+14.8Experts Score= 96Not 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.96SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#3 of 11 general contractorsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 80%
5.0★★★★★16 Google reviews · 10 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 16 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 Harpman Contracting five stars based on sixteen reviews, noting the owner has not replied to any feedback. Customers frequently cite punctuality, clear communication, and reasonable pricing for services including drywall repair, fencing, plumbing, electrical work, and painting. Recurring themes highlight efficient project completion, thorough cleanup, and professional conduct, with no negative patterns identified in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 16 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 16 Google reviews (16 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: August 2, 2026.
Service: General Contractor serving Ackerman, Mississippi.
Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.
Score profile vs other general contractors
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 satisfaction; weakest: reliability.
Harpman ContractingGeneral Contractors 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.Harpman Contracting: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
97
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.Harpman Contracting: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
93
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: 97.–
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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.Harpman Contracting: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
97
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.Harpman Contracting: 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: 94.–
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Star ratings
16 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars16100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 16 written reviews
100%praise
Praise35100%
Complaints00%
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 price450%
Reasonable450%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend926%
Quality & results720%
Speed & response617%
Staff & attitude514%
Price & value411%
Honesty & trust39%
Communication13%
What customers talk about
We read 16 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I highly recommend Mr Harpman for any of your household needs.”
“Tyler was responsive, super easy to deal with and did a great job for us.”
“Finished the project in a very timely manner and cleaned up the mess and did a wonderful job.”
“Yet again, excellent service, endlessly polite, and very reasonable rates.”
“He is honest and reasonable with his rates(few are left like this in Starkville).”
“They also were upfront if any extra problems may arise and asked for my approval to fix additional issues.”
“He has great communication skills.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Harpman Contracting for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Seth2 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★★★★★
Tyler came to fix a very large hole in the drywall that had anyone else I’ve hired in the past would have made a mess of, but after he was finished it looked like it had never been a hole to behind with. Definitely will hire for any of my construction needs.
General construction
james5 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★★★★★
Tyler was responsive, super easy to deal with and did a great job for us. I definitely recommend his services!
ArtLocal Guide · 185 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★
I called Mr Harpman for a quote on some work I needed done at my house. He came out on the agreed date and time. Finished the project in a very timely manner and cleaned up the mess and did a wonderful job. I highly recommend Mr Harpman for any of your household needs. They'll do it right the very first time.
Reasonable priceAccessory building construction
DanyaLocal Guide · 26 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★
I’ve had Harpman Contracting repair my skirting on my now what is Gameday home in Starkville. It was where I was living when I went to school. He’s also built a beautiful back porch for me as well. I live in basically a HOA and he came back and fixed railing. As well for me. He has great communication skills. As…
Great priceGeneral constructionDeck constructionExterior structural repairs
Julia3 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★
They have done everything from pool fence installation, to building a privacy fence, installing ceiling fans/light fixtures etc. 10/10 to work with!!
Great priceGeneral constructionInstallation
Dixie1 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★
Tyler to the rescue again!
Mr. Harpman cured a small plumbing issue in my kitchen lickety-split.
Yet again, excellent service, endlessly polite, and very reasonable rates.
10/10 recommend again!
Tyler came to fix a very large hole in the drywall that had anyone else I’ve hired in the past would have made a mess of, but after he was finished it looked like it had never been a hole to behind with. Definitely will hire for any of my construction needs.
Services: General construction
james armstrong5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews james has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I called Mr Harpman for a quote on some work I needed done at my house. He came out on the agreed date and time. Finished the project in a very timely manner and cleaned up the mess and did a wonderful job. I highly recommend Mr Harpman for any of your household needs. They'll do it right the very first time.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Accessory building construction
Danya BrownLocal Guide · 26 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Danya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I’ve had Harpman Contracting repair my skirting on my now what is Gameday home in Starkville. It was where I was living when I went to school. He’s also built a beautiful back porch for me as well. I live in basically a HOA and he came back and fixed railing. As well for me. He has great communication skills. As well getting everything done as in timely and efficient manner. I appreciate him and will be recommending him throughout our property!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: General construction, Deck construction, Exterior structural repairs, Service not listed
Julia Cooper3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Julia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Tyler to the rescue again!
Mr. Harpman cured a small plumbing issue in my kitchen lickety-split.
Yet again, excellent service, endlessly polite, and very reasonable rates.
10/10 recommend again!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Plumbing fixture installation
Dana Sterling11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I’ve used Harpman Contracting several times now as I have rental properties in Starkville. He is honest and reasonable with his rates(few are left like this in Starkville). I recommend him to anyone in the area. I haven’t had an issue yet that he hasn’t been able to fix! Highly recommend!
Muhammad2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Muhammad has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
They were ready to go and fix up the ceiling in my closet very quickly. They also were upfront if any extra problems may arise and asked for my approval to fix additional issues. Very professional from start to finish.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: General construction
ken porter2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews ken has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.