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Planit Dirt Excavation & Concrete, Inc.

Concrete contractor · Little Rock, AR · reviewed since 2023

How 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%83+45.3Reliability 24%71+17.2Value 14%78+11Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Experts Score= 81Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.81SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#10 of 16 sidewalk contractorsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 40%
4.8 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · 24 photos
93%five-star reviews
4.89★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.7%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
93%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Planit Dirt Excavation & Concrete, Inc. at a glance

Google reviewers rate Planit Dirt Excavation & Concrete, Inc. 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews, with the owner responding to 93% of them. Customers frequently praise the company's punctuality, clear communication, fair pricing, and professional execution of driveway, patio, and concrete projects. While most feedback highlights the quality of finished work and responsiveness, a minority of low-star reviews cite issues with site cleanup, property damage, and inconsistent finishing techniques.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 58 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 58 Google reviews (57 with written comments, 21 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 93% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 9, 2026.
  • Service: Sidewalk Contractor serving Little Rock, Arkansas.

Data from Google, last updated November 8, 2026.

Score profile vs other sidewalk contractors

Score per factor (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: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction83Reliability71Craft & service–Value78Momentum100Replies to reviews100Satisfaction: 83 (median 89)Reliability: 71 (median 81)Value: 78 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 100 (median 100)
This companySidewalk Contractors median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Planit Dirt Excavation & Concrete, Inc.: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 89.A
83
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.Planit Dirt Excavation & Concrete, Inc.: 71/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.B
71
Craft & serviceCraft & 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: 96.–
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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.Planit Dirt Excavation & Concrete, Inc.: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
78
MomentumMomentum · 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.Planit Dirt Excavation & Concrete, Inc.: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Planit Dirt Excavation & Concrete, Inc.: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100

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Star ratings

58 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars5493%
  • 4 stars12%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars12%
  • 1 star23%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 57 written reviews

  • Praise11998%
  • Complaints22%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price120%
  • Reasonable480%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results2621%
  • Staff & attitude2420%
  • Speed & response2017%
  • Would recommend1815%
  • Price & value1412%
  • Communication119%
  • Honesty & trust87%

What customers talk about

We read 57 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “JR and his crew did a great job on our patio extension!”
  • “All of the personnel were very respectful and polite and just nice people to work with.”
  • “They were fast and efficient and worked hard during the hottest day of the year!”
  • “I highly recommend Planit Dirt for any driveway or concrete service requirements.”
  • “JR and his crew were prompt, reliable, and affordable.”
  • “Company owner maintained great communication about the project from beginning to end.”
  • “He was honest in his lawn damage assessment and worked diligently to minimize any damage.”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

mike6 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 weeks ago★★★★★

All of the personnel were very respectful and polite and just nice people to work with.

Reasonable price
Toni5 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 months ago★★★★★

Planit dirt did an outstanding job. Job site maintained professionally and the finished product was above my expectations. I will be using them again and recommending.

Great price
Christopher11 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 months ago★★★★★

I highly recommend Planit Dirt for any driveway or concrete service requirements. Their team demonstrated exceptional promptness and professionalism.

Customer photo from Christopher's review
Noel2 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 months ago★★★★★

We could not be more delighted with how our new driveway extension and sidewalk turned out. They worked quickly and around a bit of rain. The crew, led by principal, J.R., worked expertly in a confined space and were responsive to our changes. They are everything you ask for but do not always receive receive in a contractor.

Reasonable price
LeAnn12 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 months ago★★★★★

New driveway and step look great. I am very pleased. Also worked well with my timeline…as much as possible. I had to pick up a few pieces of trash left behind under the carport, but nothing that was a lot of trouble. I would definitely recommend them.

Reasonable price
Karen8 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 months ago★★★★★

JR and his crew did a great job on our patio extension! They were fast and efficient and worked hard during the hottest day of the year! Would definitely recommend them!

Customer photo from Karen's review
Reasonable price

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 58 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
mike cordie6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

All of the personnel were very respectful and polite and just nice people to work with.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Toni Agnew5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Toni has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Planit dirt did an outstanding job. Job site maintained professionally and the finished product was above my expectations. I will be using them again and recommending.

  • Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you very much for your valuable review and positive feedback regarding our services. We sincerely appreciate your trust and support. Our team looks forward to the opportunity to serve you again on your next project with the same dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment to excellence.

Christopher Martin11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christopher has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I highly recommend Planit Dirt for any driveway or concrete service requirements. Their team demonstrated exceptional promptness and professionalism.

Noel Oman2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Noel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We could not be more delighted with how our new driveway extension and sidewalk turned out. They worked quickly and around a bit of rain. The crew, led by principal, J.R., worked expertly in a confined space and were responsive to our changes. They are everything you ask for but do not always receive receive in a contractor.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
LeAnn Edwards12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews LeAnn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

New driveway and step look great. I am very pleased. Also worked well with my timeline…as much as possible. I had to pick up a few pieces of trash left behind under the carport, but nothing that was a lot of trouble. I would definitely recommend them.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Karen Colford8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Karen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

JR and his crew did a great job on our patio extension! They were fast and efficient and worked hard during the hottest day of the year! Would definitely recommend them!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

thank you for the opportunity to make your back yard more functional. we appreciate the review jr

Linda Johnson1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Linda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had the best experience with this company. Very professional, prompt, friendly, down to earth owner. I did not have to wait a few days for price quote. I was given reasonable quote the same day. I did not have to pay anything until the job was completed. I would like to endorse this company and work with them again when needed.

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Great customer to work for . Thank you for trusting planit dirt inc!

Jim Gray8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great to work with. Efficient keeps you informed. Did a 400 square foot patio extension for us. Looks great.

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Was a pleasure to work for . Great customer !

Bentley Pounders1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Bentley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Planit Dirt was a very professional crew and completed the project in a timely manner and with wonderful results. Company owner maintained great communication about the project from beginning to end. I would highly recommend them and will use there services again if needed.

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you for trusting planitdirt inc. With your concrete work

Robert McClanahanLocal Guide · 16 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We had Planit Dirt widen our driveway. Though it took a while for them to get to us, the work they did was first rate. We are very pleased with the finished product.

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you for your review; we are pleased to hear you are very happy with the finished product and we appreciate the opportunity to take care of the concrete work

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