Lawn care service · Detroit Lakes, MN · 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 55%94+51.3Reliability 24%91+22.1Value 14%92+13Replies to reviews 7%97+6.9Craft & service penalty82−1.8Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#23 of 39 tree trimming servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 42%
4.9★★★★★116 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.1%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 Miller Yard Care and Construction 4.9 out of 5 based on 116 reviews, noting the owner responds to nearly all feedback. Customers frequently cite punctuality, clear communication, and fair pricing for services including irrigation repair, hydroseeding, landscaping, and snow removal. While most praise the professional execution and attention to detail, low-star reviews describe a pattern of unprofessional owner conduct during disputes, specifically alleging that agreed-upon work was not performed and that communication was hostile.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 116 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 116 Google reviews (97 with written comments, 8 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 99% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 5, 2026.
Service: Tree Trimming Service serving Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
Data from Google, last updated October 28, 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: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: craft & service.
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.Miller Yard Care and Construction: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
94
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.Miller Yard Care and Construction: 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.Miller Yard Care and Construction: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
82
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.Miller Yard Care and Construction: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
92
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.Miller Yard Care and Construction: 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.Miller Yard Care and Construction: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.A
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Star ratings
116 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars11397%
4 stars11%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star22%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 97 written reviews
97%praise
Praise16997%
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 price716%
Reasonable3580%
Overpriced00%
Not sure25%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Quality & results4828%
Staff & attitude4023%
Speed & response3319%
Would recommend2213%
Communication1710%
Price & value85%
Honesty & trust63%
What customers talk about
We read 97 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Dylan did a great job doing my weed control application!”
“This man has something horrible against women and can not even communicate like a normal human being.”
“Jeb was through in checking his work, explaining all that was done and very polite.”
“Greg and Jeb did a quick and fantastic repair and replace job on our irrigation system.”
“I would highly recommend their services based on their honesty, fair pricing, and quality of work.”
“Jeb explained what he did when he shut down our irrigation system.”
“Reasonably priced and project was completed in the timeframe we agreed on.”
“The Miller crew is reliable and does great work, highly recommend.”
People customers mention
Jeb10 reviews
Josh7 reviews
Caleb5 reviews
Daniel4 reviews
Austin3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Miller Yard Care and Construction for 6 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
JJason1 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
What friendly employees you have! Dylan did a great job doing my weed control application! Keep up the good work Miller Yard Care.
Reasonable priceLawn mowing & maintenance
RRenee1 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
Jeb was through in checking his work, explaining all that was done and very polite.
Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
DDeana2 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. · Edited 3 weeks ago★★★★★
Greg and Jeb did a quick and fantastic repair and replace job on our irrigation system. So appreciated!! Highly recommend Miller Yard Care & Construction.
Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
DDaniel2 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★★★★★
Jeb did an excellent job. Was right on time, and got the fall irrigation shut off done quickly. He also did my spring irrigation set up and did an excellent job. I had a lot of sprinker heads that needed to be replaced and reset because I put in a new fence.
Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
DDennis6 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★★★★★
Dylan did a great job this summer, he was respectful of the flower and vegetable gardens when spraying and made sure he covered all the yard
Reasonable priceWeed control
BBrian10 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★★★★★
Just completed our end of season system “blow out”, Jeb the technician was prompt, friendly, attentive to detail and VERY informative. Highly recommend Miller Yard Care and Jeb!
Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
What friendly employees you have! Dylan did a great job doing my weed control application! Keep up the good work Miller Yard Care.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Lawn mowing & maintenance
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thanks, Jason! We really appreciate you noticing how friendly our crew is, and I’m glad Dylan took great care of your weed control application. We’ll keep working hard to deliver the same quality service every visit.
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Renee Danielson1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Renee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jeb was through in checking his work, explaining all that was done and very polite.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thanks, Renee—really appreciate you taking the time to share this. I’m glad Jeb was thorough, walked you through what was done, and treated you with the politeness you deserve.
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Brian AhlstenLocal Guide · 21 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brian has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jeb did great job and represents the company very well.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thanks, Brian! We’re glad to hear Jeb did a great job and represented Miller Yard Care and Construction well—we really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.
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Deana Westberg2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Deana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Greg and Jeb did a quick and fantastic repair and replace job on our irrigation system. So appreciated!! Highly recommend Miller Yard Care & Construction.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much, Deana! I'm delighted to hear that Greg and Jeb exceeded your expectations with their quick and fantastic job on your irrigation system. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping with any future lawn care needs.
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Ryan Hill3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ryan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Jeb did an excellent job. Was right on time, and got the fall irrigation shut off done quickly. He also did my spring irrigation set up and did an excellent job. I had a lot of sprinker heads that needed to be replaced and reset because I put in a new fence.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thanks, Daniel! I really appreciate you noting that Jeb was on time and was able to get your fall irrigation shutoff done quickly. Glad we could also help with the spring setup and get those sprinkler heads replaced and reset after the new fence went in.
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Jill Larson1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Jill has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thanks, Jill! We really appreciate you taking the time to mention how timely and friendly Jen was, and we’re glad you were happy with the job. We look forward to helping with your yard again.
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Dennis Erdle6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dennis has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Dylan did a great job this summer, he was respectful of the flower and vegetable gardens when spraying and made sure he covered all the yard
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Weed control
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thanks, Dennis! We’re glad Dylan took great care around your flower and vegetable gardens and still made sure the whole yard was properly covered. We really appreciate you trusting Miller Yard Care and Construction this summer.
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Brian Skogen10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brian has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Just completed our end of season system “blow out”, Jeb the technician was prompt, friendly, attentive to detail and VERY informative. Highly recommend Miller Yard Care and Jeb!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thanks, Brian—glad we could help with your end-of-season system blowout. I appreciate you noting that Jeb was prompt, friendly, detail-oriented, and took the time to explain everything clearly.
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Tom Ryder6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tom has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Unfortunately our lake cottage property in Detroit Lakes was hit by an F2 tornado which completely destroyed 18 of 20 huge trees. Miller Yard Care and Construction was very thorough with great options & choices to completely repair and reconstruct our property. Not living at our lake cottage made us nervous about the progress of the job which they took care of by providing a link to their website to show us a multitude of pictures of the property with every advancement in the project. Responding to questions and taking care of any of our concerns. I would highly recommend their services based on their honesty, fair pricing, and quality of work.
Services: Irrigation system repair & maintenance, Grass seeding, Service not listed
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago
Tom, thank you for the kind words and for trusting Miller Yard Care and Construction after the tornado damage at your Detroit Lakes property. We’re glad our options for rebuilding, fair pricing, and quality work helped, and that the photo updates made it easier to follow progress from afar. We appreciate the recommendation and were happy to answer questions and address concerns along the way.
