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Outdoors by JK 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 55%95+51.8Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%91+6.4Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE

Outdoors by JK

Des Moines, IA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #9Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 33 paving contractors · 4.9★ from 262 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other paving contractors (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: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

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.Outdoors by JK is better than 95% of paving contractors.A
95
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.Outdoors by JK is better than 92% of paving contractors.A
92
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.Outdoors by JK is better than 99% of paving contractors.A
99
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.Outdoors by JK is better than 100% of paving contractors.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.Outdoors by JK is better than 100% of paving contractors.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.Outdoors by JK is better than 91% of paving contractors.A
91

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Customers hired Outdoors by JK for 8 kinds of job.

Outdoors by JK for irrigation system repair & maintenance

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.22
★ 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: 96/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Irrigation system repair & maintenance”: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 / 1
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.95%

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Kevin11 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. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

Outdoors by JK idid an excellent job in winterizing my irrigation system. They are always prompt and professional. Great communication.

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
Jason1 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. · a week ago★★★★★

Always a great experience with Outdoors by JK.

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
TonyLocal Guide · 24 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

Very happy with my experience. Showed up early and got done nice and quick.

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
beth2 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 month ago★★★★★

Jack and team did a spectacular job on our patio extension and rock around the house. Could not be happier with the product and work!

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenanceLandscape design
Cindy4 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 months ago★★★★★

Always great working with Jake and his crew. They are great at communicating, always polite and thorough! I would highly recommend this company!

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Kristy7 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 months ago★★★★★

Miquel always knows what he is doing and how to fix a problem.

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OverpricedIrrigation system repair & maintenance
John2 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. · Edited 5 months ago★★★★★

JK Does a great job, and takes care of any problems, and is very reasonable price.

Great priceIrrigation system repair & maintenanceWeed control
RachealLocal Guide · 22 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 months ago★★★★★

Great communication and friendly service. Considerate of my home and property. Thank you!

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
Lynn9 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Expedient and very knowledgeable.

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
Carolyn1 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Arrived before the scheduled time. Technician was friendly and well qualified.

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
GrantLocal Guide · 21 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Knowledgable, friendly and efficient! Thanks

Irrigation system repair & maintenance
Mike4 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Outdoors by JK has never disappointed me. Through several seasons they have alwys been prompt, professional and taken excellent care of my irrigation system.

Irrigation system repair & maintenance
Jerry3 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

The technician was on time, serviced my system in a professional and efficient manner and was very pleasant. I’m very satisfied.

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
Bob1 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Super great company to work with for all your lawn care and irrigation needs. They take pride in their work and always do an excellent job! AND, their prices are great too! I would highly recommend.

Great priceIrrigation system repair & maintenanceWeed control
Christa1 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Customer service is always super friendly with quick replies. Service itself is all hassle-free, on-time, with friendly staff!

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
Doug3 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★★★★★

Very prompt and efficient. Tech was very courteous

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
Phil4 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★★★★★

Great job and on time as usual for winterization

Great priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
CIndy5 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★★★★★

Great experience with communication on setting up an appointment, messaging confirming it and reminder on the date and time of service. The service technician was friendly and helpful.

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenance
TaylorLocal Guide · 53 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

I went with JK for my lawn and landscaping. We have them doing custom pavers for our outdoor covered patio in about 6 weeks. Got bids from 3 groups and liked Jack the best. All the bids were about the same from 3 reputable groups. I liked Jack, who I believe is the owner, personally bid the job. He was super…

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Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenanceLandscape designWeed control
Sean4 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

JK always takes care of our lawn, irrigation system and answers any questions i have. Great people and grear service!!

Reasonable priceIrrigation system repair & maintenanceWeed control

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