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Hercules Stump Grinding 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%99+58.1Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not 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.99SCORE

Hercules Stump Grinding

Waltham, MA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #18Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 61 stump removal services · 5.0★ from 143 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other stump removal services (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: 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.Hercules Stump Grinding is better than 99% of stump removal services.A
99
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.Hercules Stump Grinding is better than 98% of stump removal services.A
98
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.Hercules Stump Grinding is better than 100% of stump removal services.A
100
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.Hercules Stump Grinding is better than 100% of stump removal services.A
100
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.Hercules Stump Grinding is better than 100% of stump removal services.A
100
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.Hercules Stump Grinding is better than —% of stump removal services.–
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Customers hired Hercules Stump Grinding for 2 kinds of job.

Hercules Stump Grinding for tree stump removal

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.50
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 99/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Tree stump removal”: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.#1 / 48
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 50 Google reviews tagged “Tree stump removal” · showing 20

John1 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Was on time and finished early.

Not sureTree stump grindingTree stump removal
Ken2 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★★★★★

We had a potentially tricky stump adjacent to our septic system leaching field. Hercules was terrific--consulted in detail ahead of the job, arrived as advertised and got the stump out with due care for the adjacent underground systems and provided a ball park quote for a much larger stump in the front yard as well. Highly recommended.

Reasonable priceTree stump removal
BeccaLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

Hercules Stump Grinding was fabulous to work with on a Hemlock tree stump on our property line. The grinding involved coordination with two neighbors to get access to the stump and the Hercules team was creative and thoughtful as we figured out the best timing and access points to remove the stump in the easiest…

Reasonable priceTree stump grindingTree stump removal
Matt5 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 would highly recommend the team at Hercules. Responsive, thorough and professional from start to finish. Our stump was particularly challenging because it was in a spot where it could not be accessed by equipment. The team manually removed the stump and roots in a very thorough manner and efficient.

Reasonable priceTree stump removal
Julie8 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 years ago★★★★★

So glad we hired Gary to remove the 3 stumps from our side yard. They were responsive from beginning to end and got the job done quickly and professionally. Pleasure to work with, I highly recommend!!

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Linda8 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 years ago★★★★★

I hired Hercules Stump Grinding to remove 5 large stumps of mature shrubs yard that had declined. A lot of companies just grind tree stumps and/or bring in heavy equipment to pull the trees or shurbs out using a chain attached to a truck. Because my backyard is small, closely planted and without easy access this was…

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
MichaelLocal Guide · 209 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 years ago★★★★★

Excellent work by Gary and his crew. Quick, clean, and affordable. Highly recommend.

Tree stump removalTree stump grinding+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Richard2 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 years ago★★★★★

I enthusiastically endorse Hercules Stump Grinding. They were prompt, efficient, and economical. I would definitely use them again

Tree stump removalTree stump grinding
Susan1 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. · 4 years ago★★★★★

We have used Hercules twice now and would highly recommend them. In both cases, they were very responsive in getting us a quote and answering our questions. They did excellent work for a fair price, and did a great job leaving the area neat and tidy when they were done. Everyone at Hercules is a pleasure to work with!

Tree stump removalTree stump grinding+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Richard3 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 years ago★★★★★

Responsive from beginning to end. Called them one day and the job was completed the next morning. Immediately returned my calls and arrived exactly on time. Reasonably priced and left the job site raked out and cleaned. Will use again!

Tree stump removalTree stump grinding+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
melgrant9 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 years ago★★★★★

Great Family owned and operated business. Excellent communication and extremely reasonably priced. Will use again

Tree stump removal+ Quality+ Professionalism+ Value
VincentLocal Guide · 18 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 years ago★★★★★

Very professional and reliable equipment.👍🇺🇸

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
mikeLocal Guide · 15 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 years ago★★★★★

From the start to the finish, Hercules Stump Grinding was a pleasure to deal with. Their communication was impeccable and their execution top notch. When access to the property presented a problem., they overcame adversity and finished the job. I highly recommend Hercules Stump Grinding for your stump removal project!

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
leslie1 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Highly recommend, great service, great value.

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Robert1 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. · 5 years ago★★★★★

Extremely professional. Gary and Big Jimmy take enormous pride in their work. We had am immediate need for stump removal and they found time to do the job on short notice. Extreme neat and reasonably priced Don’t hesitate to hire this company!

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Charles14 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 years ago★★★★★

Thank you Hercules Stump Grinding, LLC. An amazing job per usual! No stump is too tough for the mighty Hercules 💪

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
J.3 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 years ago★★★★★

Very friendly, punctual and knowledgeable. Quite efficient and informative while working. Would recommend to my neighbors and other home owners.

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Professionalism
KristenLocal Guide · 12 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 years ago★★★★★

Hercules Stump Grinding was amazing. I contacted 5 companies to see who could remove some complicated stumps from my yard and they were the only ones interested in taking on the job. They did amazing work--prompt, clean, efficient, and good communication. I highly recommend!

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Punctuality+ Quality
Michael6 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 years ago★★★★★

Had a great experience with Hercules. They were responsive and did a great job grinding four stumps, including a massive one, for us.

Tree stump removal+ Responsiveness+ Quality+ Professionalism
Russ5 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 years ago★★★★★

Hercules Stump Grinding did a fantastic job removing multiple stumps in our front yard. It was a difficult job since the stumps were on the edge of an elevated yard. Thanks to Gary and his team.

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