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 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
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#9 of 20 yard cleanup servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 58%
5.0★★★★★20 Google reviews · 13 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%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 Rapidan Landscaping five stars based on twenty reviews. Customers frequently highlight the company's punctuality, reasonable pricing, and clear communication during projects. Services mentioned include weed removal, leaf clean-up, grass removal, and junk hauling. Reviewers describe the work as thorough and professional, noting that the team consistently meets expectations without addressing any specific criticisms in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 20 Google reviews (20 with written comments, 2 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 14, 2026.
Service: Yard Cleanup Service serving Culpeper, Virginia.
Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.
Score profile vs other yard cleanup 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: reliability.
Rapidan LandscapingYard Cleanup 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.Rapidan Landscaping: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
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.Rapidan Landscaping: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
98
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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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.Rapidan Landscaping: 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.Rapidan Landscaping: 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 88.–
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Star ratings
20 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars20100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 20 written reviews
100%praise
Praise65100%
Complaints00%
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 price480%
Reasonable120%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend1523%
Quality & results1422%
Speed & response1320%
Staff & attitude1015%
Price & value812%
Honesty & trust35%
Communication23%
What customers talk about
We read 20 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“…r landscaping, yard cleanup, weed removal, or any type of yardwork, I highly recommend Rapidan Landscaping.…”
“I referred McKinley and his company to a friend of mine because I already knew what an amazing job he does, and he absolutely did not disappoint!”
“They were able to come out quickly, did a great job, and were very reasonably priced.”
“McKinley is not only incredibly talented at what he does, but he is also very polite, professional, and friendly.”
“On top of that, his prices are very affordable, and you can tell he genuinely takes pride in his work.”
“…tic to work with from start to finish; professional, responsive, and genuinely cared about making sure everything turned out exactly how we wanted.…”
“Very professional, friendly and communicated well, what was a Difficult task for me , McKinley came and provided service quick and efficiently!”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Ed2 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★★★★★
Great guy! Work was done on time and with great care. Communication was excellent. I would highly recommend this company!
Great price
Cristin3 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★★★★★
I had a great experience with Rapidan Landscaping! They were able to come out quickly, did a great job, and were very reasonably priced. Everything was done exactly how I hoped it would be, and I really appreciate how easy and straightforward the whole process was. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for landscaping services!
Reasonable price
Jamie4 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★★★★★
Amazing experience with Rapidan Landscaping! Responsive, detailed, and efficient. Highly recommend!
BOISE74 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★★★★★
We’ve used this companies services a few times now! They are prompt, very responsive, very reasonably priced and they work hard and do great work. What more could you ask for!? Highly recommend.
Great price
Jessica6 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★★★★★
Very professional, friendly and communicated well, what was a Difficult task for me , McKinley came and provided service quick and efficiently! Would recommend. 100% pricing was very fair as well !
Great price
Dee2 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★★★★★
Absolutely excellent service. Very thorough, pays attention to all the right spots, and always leaves everything looking better than he found it. Clearly takes pride in his work. 10/10 would recommend.
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I cannot recommend Rapidan Landscaping enough! I referred McKinley and his company to a friend of mine because I already knew what an amazing job he does, and he absolutely did not disappoint!
He did a phenomenal job removing weeds and clearing out all the overgrown greenery around my friend’s home. The transformation of his front yard is incredible! It looks absolutely amazing, and the difference is night and day. He truly brought the yard back to life!
McKinley is not only incredibly talented at what he does, but he is also very polite, professional, and friendly. He has such a wonderful personality and a beautiful smile, which makes the entire experience even better. On top of that, his prices are very affordable, and you can tell he genuinely takes pride in his work.
If you’re looking for someone reliable, professional, and reasonably priced for landscaping, yard cleanup, weed removal, or any type of yardwork, I highly recommend Rapidan Landscaping. You will not be disappointed! I’m so happy I referred him to my friend, and I know he is thrilled with the results. Five stars all the way! 🌿🌱
Price assessment: Great price
Ed Leming2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ed has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I had a great experience with Rapidan Landscaping! They were able to come out quickly, did a great job, and were very reasonably priced. Everything was done exactly how I hoped it would be, and I really appreciate how easy and straightforward the whole process was. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for landscaping services!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Jamie Le4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jamie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We’ve used this companies services a few times now! They are prompt, very responsive, very reasonably priced and they work hard and do great work. What more could you ask for!? Highly recommend.
Price assessment: Great price
Jessica Miller6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Very professional, friendly and communicated well, what was a Difficult task for me , McKinley came and provided service quick and efficiently! Would recommend. 100% pricing was very fair as well !
Price assessment: Great price
Dee Wizzle2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Absolutely excellent service. Very thorough, pays attention to all the right spots, and always leaves everything looking better than he found it. Clearly takes pride in his work. 10/10 would recommend.
Beth Toler5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Beth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Excellent service. They came out and worked all day to get my yard where it needed to be. Professional, friendly and competitive prices. I will definitely be using this company again. Highly recommend.
Emily Kelten1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Emily has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
My husband and I had an excellent experience with Rapidan Landscaping. David was fantastic to work with from start to finish; professional, responsive, and genuinely cared about making sure everything turned out exactly how we wanted. Their prices were very reasonable, especially for the quality of work they delivered. The finished project exceeded our expectations, and our yard has never looked better. We highly recommend Rapidan to anyone looking for exceptional landscaping work and great customer service!
Val Morgan10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Val has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I am extremely happy with the landscaping work done on my property! The team was professional, detail-oriented and very passionate about their work. They really transformed my yard and I am definitely pleased. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional landscaping!
