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 55%90+49.1Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%75+5.3Craft & service penalty89−1.1Experts Score= 90Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.90SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#25 of 39 tree trimming servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 37%
4.9★★★★★541 Google reviews · 24 photos
95%five-star reviews
4.87★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.2%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.
Customers frequently praise Maldonado Brothers Tree Service for punctuality, professional communication, thorough cleanup, and competitive pricing during tree trimming, removal, and stump grinding projects. The business maintains a 4.9/5 rating from 541 reviews, with the owner replying to 88% of feedback. However, several low-star reviews highlight a pattern of missed appointments, scheduling errors, and unresponsiveness to phone calls, particularly regarding estimates or post-service repairs.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 541 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 541 Google reviews (466 with written comments, 51 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 88% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 22, 2026.
Service: Tree Trimming Service serving Sanger, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other tree trimming 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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.
This companyTree Trimming 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.Maldonado Brothers Tree Service: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
90
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.Maldonado Brothers Tree Service: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 91.A
91
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.Maldonado Brothers Tree Service: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
89
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.Maldonado Brothers Tree Service: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Maldonado Brothers Tree Service: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Maldonado Brothers Tree Service: 75/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.B
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Star ratings
541 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars51395%
4 stars163%
3 stars31%
2 stars00%
1 star92%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 466 written reviews
99%praise
Praise92599%
Complaints131%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
99%fair
Great price2224%
Reasonable6672%
Overpriced11%
Not sure33%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude22724%
Quality & results21723%
Speed & response17719%
Price & value12914%
Would recommend12814%
Communication445%
Honesty & trust162%
What customers talk about
We read 466 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“They trimmed all five trees efficiently and professionally.”
“I left work early to meet them at the agreed on time and they didn't bother to show or call, very unprofessional.”
“Kept me informed very professional did an excellent job trimming trees and clean up afterwards was great”
“The office and trimming crew are always prompt, professional, and courteous.”
“I spent a fair amount of money, however, given the excellent quality of their work, and the beautification of my front and back yards, I consider it a…”
“A bit on the pricey side, but you get what you pay for--I will definitely use them in the future.”
“Maldonado Brothers also gave me seniors discount and I highly recommend them.”
“They were on time and Efran explained everything in detail from start to finish.”
“Israel Maldonado wants the finished product to satisfy his customers as though it were at his own home, and he is genuine about it.”
“Maldonado:I would not trust maintenance on my difficult property with its multiple levels/gardens and precious plants to just anyone.”
People customers mention
Bros10 reviews
Neftali5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Maldonado Brothers Tree Service for 5 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Mike13 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 days ago★★★★★
From start to finish the are the guys to do business with. 8 redwoods thinning out, 2 removals with stump grinding and 4 queen palms thinning. Professional, clean, perfection. Thank you!
MikeLocal Guide · 103 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★★★★★
The crew arrived early and did an outstanding job. They trimmed all five trees efficiently and professionally. The clean up was done thoroughly. I am very happy with the work and service. Maldonado Brothers also gave me seniors discount and I highly recommend them.
Great priceTree trimming & pruning
Eileen2 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★★★★★
They got here when they said they were. Trimmed 5 trees for us and cleaned everything up nicely.
Reasonable price
Colette2 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★★★★★
Fast and reliable! Very happy with finished job and cleanup! Will be us in them again next year.
Reasonable priceTree trimming & pruning
DJ9 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★★★★★
Very professional and office calls kept me up to date with progress. Will use again and highly recommend.
MarkLocal 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. · 2 months ago★★★★★
First time using this tree service. From start to finish the service was excellent. Quick call back after initial call. Estimate was given
On site with two days. On time the day of the work with professional crew of two for my stump removal. Quick work and cleanup was outstanding. Thank you and recommend this business without question.
From start to finish the are the guys to do business with. 8 redwoods thinning out, 2 removals with stump grinding and 4 queen palms thinning. Professional, clean, perfection. Thank you!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Tree stump grinding, Tree stump removal, Tree trimming & pruning, Tree removal
Response from the owner · 3 days ago
Mike, thank you for the fantastic review. We’re glad our crew delivered professional, clean work on the redwoods, removals, stump grinding and queen palms. Your kind words mean a lot to the team. We appreciate your trust and look forward to helping again.
Thank you!
Mike BaileyLocal Guide · 103 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The crew arrived early and did an outstanding job. They trimmed all five trees efficiently and professionally. The clean up was done thoroughly. I am very happy with the work and service. Maldonado Brothers also gave me seniors discount and I highly recommend them.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Tree trimming & pruning
Response from the owner · a week ago
Mike, thank you for the five-star review. We’re glad our crew arrived early and that the trimming and cleanup left you very satisfied. We appreciate your recommendation and are pleased the senior discount was helpful. Your feedback means a lot to our whole team.
Thank you!
Eileen Rounsaville2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Eileen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
They got here when they said they were. Trimmed 5 trees for us and cleaned everything up nicely.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you, Eileen. We’re glad our crew arrived as scheduled, handled the five trees, and left everything neat. Your feedback means a lot to the team. We look forward to helping you again.
Thank you!
Colette Belt2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Colette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Fast and reliable! Very happy with finished job and cleanup! Will be us in them again next year.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Tree trimming & pruning
Response from the owner · a month ago
Colette, we appreciate you sharing your experience. It means a lot to hear the work was fast and reliable and that the site was left clean. We look forward to providing service for you again next year.
Thank you!
jadwa wa1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews jadwa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Very professional and office calls kept me up to date with progress. Will use again and highly recommend.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Tree stump grinding, Tree stump removal, Tree removal
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you, DJ, for the kind review. We’re glad our team kept you informed and that you felt the service was professional. We appreciate the recommendation and look forward to working with you again.
Thank you!
Mark BabiarzLocal Guide · 19 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
First time using this tree service. From start to finish the service was excellent. Quick call back after initial call. Estimate was given
On site with two days. On time the day of the work with professional crew of two for my stump removal. Quick work and cleanup was outstanding. Thank you and recommend this business without question.
Services: Tree stump grinding
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Mark, thank you for the fantastic 5-star review and for choosing our tree service. We're delighted your first experience went smoothly—from the quick callback and estimate to our on-time crew, efficient stump removal, and thorough cleanup. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to assisting you again whenever needed.
Thank you!
Joanna Lundeberg2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Joanna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The guys were here in a timely fashion. The work was completed to my satisfaction. All three of the guys were courteous, even when I asked them to prune a little more off a couple of shrubs. One of them said it was my house and they wanted me to be happy. Which I am.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Tree trimming & pruning
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you, Joanna — we really appreciate your kind words. We're glad the team arrived on time and completed the work to your satisfaction. I'll be sure to pass along your compliments to the crew; they’ll be happy to know you appreciated their courtesy and willingness to make adjustments. We look forward to helping you again whenever you need us.
Thank you!
Dana Preble3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The crew we had was wonderful! We had three trees trimmed- and it was a lot of work! Very happy with the service we received. Thank you.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Tree trimming & pruning
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you for the kind review, Dana. We're so glad the crew took care of your three trees and that you're very happy with the work. We appreciate you choosing us and your feedback means a lot. Please call us anytime for future tree care needs.
Thank you!
